Preparing with Khan Academy

     When the students are in the classroom, the teacher should be the ones teaching them. They are the ones doing the examples and making sure the students get understanding from what is being taught. There are other times when the teacher is not there and the student must work out the problems on their own. If a teacher lets the students use Khan Academy, then they can work on problems outside of class and check their answers or get help on problems they are struggling with.

     Khan Academy is a free online learning center to help students who are struggling in a variety of subjects. From simple level math to the farther reaches of calculus, biology, chemistry, physics, and a variety of subjects that many students struggle with on a daily basis. These tools, however, would be used by students outside the classroom if a homework problem is difficult for them to understand or are missing the point. Khan Academy can also be used inside the classroom when preparing for the upcoming state or national exams given out by the government. There are parts of Khan Academy specifically used for preparing for exams like the ACT, SAT, MCAT, among other national and state exams. This is a great way for the teacher to help prepare the students for what will be on the exam and let the students see how to get the right answers.

     One of the best at home uses for Khan Academy is working with it when they're testing in or out of a class. This usually occurs over the summer for students who wish to advance of some of their classmates. While it is likely that the teacher would not assign you problems off of Khan Academy, his or her parents could create an account for the student to go through algebra, or whatever class he or she is trying to get out of, and it gives them extra help and practice. This way, the students can be prepared and move on with ease. A great tool for both teachers and students and can be used flexibly in a variety of circumstances to fit the teachers and students needs.