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Showbie

by Showbie · Since 2012
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Quick facts
VendorShowbie
Year launched2012
StatusActive
Location1400, 10117 Jasper Avenue Edmonton, AB T5J 1W8 Canada
Countries servedGlobal
Languages1
Integrations2+
Free tierN/A
Free trialN/A
Contact salesYES

About Showbie

Showbie is a learning platform from Showbie designed for iPad® that supports educational workflows and improves teaching and learning outcomes. It combines features such as assignment management, feedback and grading tools, and collaboration capabilities so educators can effectively engage students. Showbie allows teachers to create and share assignments easily, provide personalized feedback, and foster communication within the learning community. This platform is trusted by schools and districts worldwide, enabling educators to improve education at every level. Key capabilities: assignment management feedback and grading tools collaboration features integration with educational resources user-friendly interface Best for: educators and administrators that need to improve teaching methods and improve student engagement.

Showbie by Showbie is a cloud-based learning management system (LMS) designed to streamline classroom workflows and enhance communication between teachers, students, and parents. It provides a centralized platform for managing digital learning, making it particularly effective for K-12 education. The platform allows educators to create and distribute assignments, provide feedback in multiple formats (text, audio, and video), and facilitate class discussions. It also includes a digital portfolio feature that enables students to showcase their progress over time. While not a traditional application development platform, Showbie integrates seamlessly with tools like Google Classroom and Microsoft Teams, allowing teachers to extend its functionality and incorporate other educational applications into their digital learning environment. Showbie's interface is one of its standout features, designed to be intuitive and easy to navigate, even for educators and students with minimal technical experience. The clean, uncluttered design ensures that key functions such as assignments, communication, and grading are easily accessible. The mobile apps for iOS and Android closely resemble the web interface, allowing teachers and students to manage their tasks from any device.

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • • Ease of Use: Many users report Showbie is easy to set up and navigate, both for teachers and students. The interface is generally considered intuitive.
  • • Organization: Features like class folders and the ability to archive work help teachers stay organized and manage student submissions effectively.
  • • Versatile File Handling: Showbie supports a wide range of file types, including PDFs, images, videos, and audio, and allows for annotations and interactions with these files.
  • • Streamlined Workflow: Features like quick marking and the ability to copy assignments save teachers time and effort in grading and lesson planning.
  • • Communication Tools: Showbie facilitates communication between teachers, students, and even parents through announcements, discussions, and individual feedback options.
  • • Accessibility: Available on multiple devices (web, iPad, iPhone), making it accessible in various classroom settings.
  • • Student Portfolios: The portfolio feature allows students to showcase their work and track their progress over time.
  • • Parent Communication: Facilitates easy communication with parents, keeping them informed about their child's progress and assignments.
  • • Offline Access: While some features may require internet connectivity, some functionality might be accessible offline, depending on the specific use case and setup.
Cons
  • • Reliance on Technology: Like any digital tool, Showbie relies on technology, and technical issues or internet connectivity problems can disrupt classroom activities.
  • • Learning Curve: While generally considered user-friendly, there might still be a learning curve for some teachers and students, especially those less familiar with technology.
  • • Limited Integrations: While Showbie integrates with some services, it might not integrate seamlessly with all other educational platforms or tools that teachers use.
  • • Potential for Distraction: If not managed effectively, the platform could become a source of distraction for students, especially with features like class discussions.
  • • Privacy Concerns: As with any online platform that handles student data, there are potential privacy concerns that need to be addressed and managed responsibly. Schools and districts should ensure compliance with relevant data privacy regulations.
  • • Feature Limitations: While Showbie offers a good range of features, some teachers might find that it lacks certain functionalities they need for their specific teaching style or subject area. (This is subjective and depends on individual needs.)
  • • Support Quality: While Showbie offers support resources, the quality and responsiveness of their support may vary. (This is common with many platforms and can change over time.)

Features

Key features

• Assignments Made Easy

Distribute documents, images, instructions, and comments to the entire class, a group of students, or individual students.

• Share Anything

Share documents, images, instructions, and comments instantly with your class.

• Class Folders

Create folders within a class to keep assignments and documents organized.

• Photos + Video

Capture and share photos and videos directly within the app.

• Documents from Anywhere

Import documents from various sources like iCloud, Google Drive, and Dropbox.

• Comments, Links + Voice Notes

Add instructions, guidance, links, or record voice notes for students.

• Smart Document Viewer

View and interact with PDFs, images, ebooks, audio, and video files.

• Pen Tool

Draw and annotate documents with various colors and line thicknesses.

• Highlighter Tool

Highlight important details without obscuring the original work.

• Text Tool

Add and format text directly on documents.

• Pinned Voice Notes

Record audio and pin it to specific points in a document.

• Timely Notifications

Receive notifications for assignments, deadlines, questions, and submissions.

• Glanceable Progress

Easily track student progress and see who has submitted assignments or has work overdue.

• Schedule Assignments

Set due dates, lock assignments, or set them to view-only mode.

• Student Search

Quickly search for students and view their progress across all classes.

• Discussions, Announcements, and Collaborative Projects

Create groups for projects, discussions, and announcements.

• Co-teaching

Invite a co-teacher to join your class and collaborate on assignments and feedback.

Additional features

• Parent Communication

Keep parents informed through announcement groups and share permission forms.

• Classroom Community

Facilitate class discussions and file sharing in real-time.

• Quick Marking

Efficiently mark and grade student work.

• Fast + Flexible Grades

Assign grades, values, and comments to student work.

• Grades at a Glance

View student grades by assignment, class, or individually.

• Export Grades

Export grades in various formats like CSV, HTML, or email.

• Student Portfolios

Create and manage student portfolios to showcase their work and track progress.

• Easy Setup

Get started quickly and easily with Showbie's intuitive setup process.

• Archive and Reuse

Archive student work and reuse assignments across different classes.

Pricing

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Countries & Languages

Global
Countries served
1
Interface languages
15
Billing currencies

Interface languages

English

Billing currencies

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