Socratic by Google Lets Students Demonstrate Thought Process
Socratic by Google promotes metacognition by encouraging students to think about how they can solve a problem or answer a question, rather than give up in frustration

Instant answers plus explanations outweigh cheating concerns
Pros: Links to explanations and resources can really aid student understanding and provide valuable learning opportunities when teachers aren't accessible.
Cons: There's no guarantee kids are going to use this app to learn; some will just want quick answers.
Bottom Line: Used wisely, this reference tool has the capacity to amplify learning and aid students on their own time and terms.
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