prMac serves to enhance the visibility of press releases in the Mac world, offering Mac-centric news media distribution services as well as top-notch RSS feeds. © 2012 prMac http://prmac.com/ en-us http://prmac.com/release-id-42407.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-42407.htm Tue, 08 May 2012 07:00:00 CST Summer is an excellent time to get ready for the next school year. With more college and high school students attending summer sessions than ever before, Niles Writing apps for iPad and iPhone are perfect for making sure students get the most out of composition and remedial writing courses. Based on a critical thinking pedagogy, Niles apps emphasize the understanding of the audience and the use of logical, scaffolding argument construction. Niles apps effectively teach writing fundamentals. http://prmac.com/release-id-42372.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-42372.htm Mon, 07 May 2012 08:30:00 CST Cambridge based Dear Panda LLC is celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week with a sale on CourseNotes and a special offer to educators. CourseNotes is the premiere note-taking app to help students and educators stay organized in the classroom. The must-have classroom apps will be on sale through May 12th. Dear Panda also announced that they will provide promo codes as a gift to educators to try the app for free, while supplies last. http://prmac.com/release-id-42093.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-42093.htm Tue, 01 May 2012 07:00:00 CST Keeping students' attention is one of the most difficult aspects of teaching. Students want to use mobile technology, and schools should use this to their advantage. Mobile technology has successfully given teachers an exciting digital tool to advance writing skills. Niles Technology writing apps specifically target all students who require structure and discipline as they write. For iPad and iPhone, students are engaged to think critically and then to write with focus on argument development. http://prmac.com/release-id-42014.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-42014.htm Mon, 30 Apr 2012 06:15:00 CST Feraco Media announces special iOS apps for special learners. Bio Regents Buddy, Physics Regents Buddy, US History Regent Buddy, Geometry Regents Buddy, Chem Regents Buddy, Earth Science Regents Buddy, Global History Regents Buddy and Integrated Regents Algebra Buddy are all apps that have these features that could be helpful to all learners. The applications are subject specific and include many different learning strategies, offering interactive lessons and more. http://prmac.com/release-id-41730.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-41730.htm Tue, 24 Apr 2012 07:00:00 CST The low scores on the writing and reading comprehension sections of the SAT have refocused schools on the need to emphasize these skills. Public school students post average scores below 500. Niles Technology writing apps specifically address the incorporation of critical thinking skills within the writing curricula. Produced by teachers dedicated to reasoning and logic, Niles apps, for iPad and iPhone, are the answers to improve the writing of middle and high school students. http://prmac.com/release-id-41544.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-41544.htm Fri, 20 Apr 2012 07:00:00 CST Mach Software Design today announced that it has three full audio-narrated educational interactive textbooks now available; targeted at the 4th to 7th grade. The textbooks use iBooks 2.0 and feature many innovative features such as full audio narration, simplified concepts, interactive diagrams, galleries, quizzes, live web content, and loaded with tons of stunning video. "Natural Science" covers Earth and Life Science, with "Natural Science" split into two more affordable textbook versions. http://prmac.com/release-id-41398.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-41398.htm Tue, 17 Apr 2012 09:00:00 CST Dear Panda LLC has announced the release of CourseNotes 2.5 for Mac, the note-taking app popular in classrooms around the world with both students and educators alike. The latest version of CourseNotes takes note-taking on the Mac to the next level with true rich-text editing features including support for text highlighting, font colors and improved outining capabilities. Dear Panda today also announced an update to CourseNotes for iPad. http://prmac.com/release-id-41355.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-41355.htm Tue, 17 Apr 2012 07:00:00 CST Niles Technology Group is experiencing a substantial increase in sales of its essay writing apps. School volume purchases lead the way with Middle School Writing and High School Writing. Individual college student sales are anchored by Essay Writing Workstation. The gains are worldwide, so students are universally accepting the efficiency and productivity afforded by mobile technology. Niles' apps have been 20% off since last week and will be on sale for three more days. http://prmac.com/release-id-41074.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-41074.htm Wed, 11 Apr 2012 07:00:00 CST Parents and schools are gearing up for summer sessions. Now is the time to make sure your child, classroom, or school has the best mobile essay writing products to help students improve their writing skills. In celebration of a stellar year, Niles Technology is having a one week 20% off sale on its most popular Essay Czar app series. Visit the App Store today and get the app of your choice at a reduced price so that your children or students learn to write their best. http://prmac.com/release-id-40499.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-40499.htm Sun, 01 Apr 2012 06:30:00 CST Students turn to their prized devices for something other than games. Take Back Algebra offers step-by-step math instruction using easy to follow style, and serves as the perfect 21st century tutor for students who need that extra bit of help to keep up with their Algebra studies. The app offers 100s of hours of math tutoring full courses taught by qualified teacher, Trevor Doyle. These searchable lessons can also be used as homework help or a full course for homeschoolers. http://prmac.com/release-id-40095.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-40095.htm Thu, 22 Mar 2012 06:30:00 CST Punflay, the educational and consumer application group of Emantras, is helping educators make learning science fun through its award-winning science applications Virtual Frog Dissection, Cell & Cell Structure, and Rat Dissection. The Virtual Frog Dissection app is the ethical answer to live animal dissections and Rat Dissection fits perfectly with middle school science curriculum. The app on cells will capture every student's attention and uses stunning graphics & interactive content. http://prmac.com/release-id-39569.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-39569.htm Mon, 12 Mar 2012 07:00:00 CST Niles Technology Group, creators of the #1 writing apps for the iPad and iPhone, has seen its share of ESL students steadily rise. ESL students have recognized the importance of writing skills in their academic success and are using mobile technology to improve writing and critical thinking skills. Complete with a live writing assistant and editing services, Niles Technology's ESL apps deliver more writing instructional content and services than any other product in the App Store. http://prmac.com/release-id-39459.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-39459.htm Fri, 09 Mar 2012 07:00:00 CST Getting students' attention in academics is challenging with writing one of the most difficult. Mobile education technology has made it possible for educators to teach "where" the students are and to effectively demonstrate that mobile devices are useful for doing serious and challenging work. For the iPad and iPhone, Niles Technology apps effortlessly teach good writing skills and simultaneously make writing a more enjoyable endeavor because students get to use their favorite devices. http://prmac.com/release-id-39007.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-39007.htm Tue, 28 Feb 2012 07:00:00 CST Niles Technology has a bird's eye view on issues that students have with writing. A major issue is writing longer, better-reasoned essays. Several major writing programs have asked what we are finding. Our writing assistants have found that the lack of preparation is the No. 1 problem. The solution is to have students spend less time writing and more time preparing. Niles apps, for iPad and iPhone, are very strong on preparation and reasoning skills and put students on a solid writing track. http://prmac.com/release-id-38517.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-38517.htm Thu, 16 Feb 2012 07:00:00 CST Independent app developer, Rob Laltrello today introduces TapPoll 1.0 for iOS. TapPoll is a multiple choice quiz and polling app that can be used by educators in the classroom or by students wanting to study for tests. When used in poll mode, educators can view live, instant feedback on TapPoll's website as students select the answer on their devices. In Quiz mode, students can create and share quizzes among their peers. Public quizzes are also available for use by everyone. http://prmac.com/release-id-38458.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-38458.htm Wed, 15 Feb 2012 07:00:00 CST Common Core has raised the bar for writing standards in middle school and high school to include reasoning and critical thinking skills. Niles Technology essay writing apps, for iPad and iPhone, are the optimal solution for schools to meet the new standards, while using the convenience and productivity of mobile technology. The receipt of many accolades prove that no other mobile writing product is as comprehensive and effective in teaching writing, critical thinking and reasoning skills. http://prmac.com/release-id-38243.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-38243.htm Sat, 11 Feb 2012 09:30:00 CST Seattle based RealSimpleEDU has created an outstanding Statistics app that allows anyone from college students to professionals to conveniently learn or reference important formulas while on-the-go. This app has provided incredible value to its many users, launching it to the number one spot on both iPhone and iPad. Statistics 3.0 is full of a wide range of basic statistical information covering topics from probability and distribution to hypothesis testing and t-statistics. http://prmac.com/release-id-37828.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-37828.htm Wed, 01 Feb 2012 07:00:00 CST Niles Technology is pleased to announce that this academic year sixty schools have adopted its essay writing apps for the teaching of language arts. Schools see the proprietary apps as instrumental in satisfying Common Core standards in three areas: writing, critical thinking and reasoning skills. The use of iPads and iPhones further cements these schools as high-caliber, high-tech learning environments. Raise the standards of your school today with Niles Technology apps for Grades 6 through 12. http://prmac.com/release-id-37768.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-37768.htm Tue, 31 Jan 2012 09:00:00 CST With hundreds of accounting apps in the Apple app store it would be quite a feat for an app to move through the rankings up to number 1 on both iPad and iPhone. Interestingly, that is just what the app Accounting by RealSimpleEDU is doing. With a strong commitment to continually improving the accounting app based on user feedback it's no wonder why soon RealSimpleEDU will be the top accounting app for both iPad and iPhone. http://prmac.com/release-id-37722.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-37722.htm Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:35:00 CST ByteSquared, mobile productivity app developers, announces the latest update to their highly praised mobile tool, Office. The most recent update of Office brings all the highly efficient and advanced features of Office HD's document editing tools to the iPhone. Forget lugging around a bulky iPad, users can now carry the power of a desktop word processor in the palm of their hand. This update includes a variety of layout tools that allow for truly extensive composition and editing of Word docs. http://prmac.com/release-id-37678.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-37678.htm Mon, 30 Jan 2012 07:00:00 CST Critical and analytical thinking coupled with sharp writing skills are trademarks of top students. With Essay Czar 1.0, by Niles Technology Group, now any student can develop the skills so highly valued by colleges and employers. Essay Czar 1.0 is proprietary software that uses essay writing as an instructional framework to teach thinking skills. For the iPad and iPhone, the app is available as an eBook and in several advanced versions for middle school, high school and college. http://prmac.com/release-id-37464.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-37464.htm Tue, 24 Jan 2012 21:35:00 CST RealSimpleEDU's Biology for iPad has recently risen to the number one spot for Biology apps, showing what is possible for a young company focused, above all else, on creating amazing mobile apps that are constantly evolving based on user feedback. With the rising success of their wide range of excellent mobile apps, it looks like RealSimpleEDU is well on their way to achieving their dream of becoming the number one company for on-the-go learning and reference. http://prmac.com/release-id-37421.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-37421.htm Tue, 24 Jan 2012 07:00:00 CST Parents and high schools are more aware than ever of the importance that colleges and employers place on writing skills. High School Writing 3.0, by Niles Technology Group, is a parent's or school's answer to improving student writing. A comprehensive writing and thinking guide, High School Writing 3.0 app teaches the intricacies of writing sharp, direct arguments. Designed for the iPad and iPhone, students get both the best of mobile technology and essay writing instructions. http://prmac.com/release-id-37193.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-37193.htm Wed, 18 Jan 2012 07:00:00 CST Middle School Writing 1.0, by Niles Technology Group, introduces students to the fundamentals of writing. For the iPad and iPhone, the app guides young writers through the critical thinking and argument development processes. The proprietary step-by-step instructions combined with a full-featured writing platform provide students with everything required to learn solid writing preparation skills. Book report, biography, five-paragraph, sequence, choice and definition essays are included. http://prmac.com/release-id-36938.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-36938.htm Fri, 13 Jan 2012 05:00:00 CST Virginia based ArcDNA Inc. has introduced College TA 2.0, its free time management app for iOS devices. Featuring a beautiful and simple interface, College TA allows students to manage not only their courses & assignments, but also their extracurricular activities as well as their jobs. Users are provided with multiple tabs that allow them to input and manage specific info relevant to that aspect of their lives as well as create customizable alerts for all notifications entered into the app. http://prmac.com/release-id-36760.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-36760.htm Mon, 09 Jan 2012 07:00:00 CST Essay Workstation 2.1 is rated a top writing app by teachers, education blogs and Apple. From the step-by-step writing instructions to the built-in writing platform, students learn the critical thinking aspects of writing plus are productive with a write anytime, anywhere iPad and iPhone app. Students and schools are aware of the growing importance of writing skills in the workplace and overall career success, and Essay Workstation 2.1 is an essential part of learning how to write well. http://prmac.com/release-id-35264.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-35264.htm Mon, 12 Dec 2011 08:00:00 CST With writing becoming more important to students' ultimate academic success and the now indispensable iPad and iPhone promoting convenient learning, Essay Workstation 2.1 is the perfect gift for students. Using the best that mobile technology offers along with the most comprehensive essay writing instructions ever written, Niles Technology apps teach critical writing skills while enhancing productivity like few apps can. Students deserve the best - give Essay Workstation 2.1. http://prmac.com/release-id-34950.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-34950.htm Wed, 07 Dec 2011 06:10:00 CST Jason Lustig today FlashCards Sync 1.0, a new flash cards application for iPhone and iPad tailored for users of the popular Quizlet website. FlashCards Sync is the only app that automatically downloads and syncs the user's flash cards. Whenever the user edits their cards or creates new ones, the app automatically uploads and syncs their data with the Quizlet flash website. In addition, users can search and browse sets and "groups" as well as listen to their cards using a text-to-speech function. http://prmac.com/release-id-34548.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-34548.htm Tue, 29 Nov 2011 07:00:00 CST The low scores on standardized writing tests have prompted a serious review of writing in Middle School. Middle School Writing 1.0, by Niles Technology, has taken the lead in changing how students learn writing. Focusing on the critical thinking aspects of writing, this unique mobile app, for the iPad and iPhone, teaches students that preparation, research and outlining are the hallmarks of excellent writing. These essential writing skills serve students well through high school and college. http://prmac.com/release-id-34332.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-34332.htm Wed, 23 Nov 2011 15:35:00 CST 9magnets LLC today introduces Valparaiso University College of Engineering Magazine for iPad. Developed in coordination with Valparaiso University's College of Engineering, the application was created with mobility in mind and is an attractive way to inform current students, faculty, alumni, and friends of the university about current happenings in the engineering department. With beautiful graphical design and a intuitive interface, the app is a must have. http://prmac.com/release-id-33920.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-33920.htm Tue, 15 Nov 2011 07:00:00 CST Efforts to improve student writing have not led to tangible results. Niles Technology believes that writing products and curricula have failed to capture students' interest and have not promoted the importance of writing in college and career success. Essay WorkStation 2.1 is the answer to teach students both critical thinking and writing skills. Built specifically for the iPad and iPhone, Essay WorkStation 2.1 is the most comprehensive writing platform for college and high school students. http://prmac.com/release-id-33519.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-33519.htm Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:30:00 CST Arizona based E-Z Apps introduces Ace Your Next Test 1.0, for iOS and Window 7 devices. Ace Your Next Test is an app that makes studying easy and flawless. Right from the start, users can access comprehensive study tips, reliable website links, and interesting videos. Study tips are divided into two sections; Before Test and On Test Day. Each has tips related to their topic, which make taking a test a breeze. All tips are in list format, so scrolling is fast. http://prmac.com/release-id-33284.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-33284.htm Tue, 01 Nov 2011 07:00:00 CST Essay WorkStation 2.1, an essay writing encyclopedia and mobile writing platform, by Niles Technology Group, has proved to be instrumental in getting students to write better essays. Designed to address the important critical thinking aspects of writing, Essay WorkStation 2.1 teaches the skills of argument development. As colleges and high schools expect more and better writing from students, Niles Technology apps, for the iPad and iPhone, are the perfect writing solution for busy students. http://prmac.com/release-id-33041.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-33041.htm Thu, 27 Oct 2011 07:30:00 CST Middle School Math is helping change the way educators and parents think about the application of mobile technology in the classroom. Emphasizing game-playing and skill development, the app includes activities based on basic algebra, data management, and coordinate geometry. The app is being utilized by students in twenty countries, and yesterday the company released its second major update in two months. http://prmac.com/release-id-32928.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-32928.htm Tue, 25 Oct 2011 07:00:00 CST Colleges and universities have seen explosive growth in remedial writing classes. High school graduates are not meeting basic writing standards for essay construction and argument development. High School Writing 3.0, by Niles Technology, is one way to ensure students arrive at college prepared to write well. Whether a pro-active parent or a teacher with high standards, High School Writing, for the iPad and iPhone, is a cost-effective solution to learning the writing skills colleges expect. http://prmac.com/release-id-32543.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-32543.htm Tue, 18 Oct 2011 07:00:00 CST Learning to write is a task that requires constant practice guided by consistent instructional content. Niles Technology Group apps provide such instructions plus one intangible skill - the apps teach students how to be confident writers. Students learn to examine their ideas in-depth and to develop strong, reasoned arguments. With Niles writing apps, for the iPad and iPhone, students learn to write their personal best, without hesitation. http://prmac.com/release-id-32155.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-32155.htm Tue, 11 Oct 2011 07:00:00 CST Niles Technology Group is revolutionizing the way students develop writing skills. For two years running, Niles mobile apps have sold, in the iTunes App Store, to critical acclaim. Whether it is glowing reviews from students and teachers, or accolades from Apple, the apps have shown to be standout in teaching the fundamentals of writing well. Schools also volume purchase the apps to raise the writing standards of their curricula. Niles apps are No. 1 in essay writing instructions. http://prmac.com/release-id-31847.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-31847.htm Tue, 04 Oct 2011 07:00:00 CST Schools have been searching for new ways to improve student writing skills, and, with mobile technology and interactive software, students are now actively engaged in learning writing and critical thinking. Niles Technology Group's line of essay writing apps are perfect examples of how schools are getting students to write more, to write better and to communicate with strong arguments. Designed for the iPad and iPhone, Niles apps are changing the way students' write. http://prmac.com/release-id-31598.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-31598.htm Thu, 29 Sep 2011 07:00:00 CST Niles Technology Group's apps, for the iPad and iPhone, have transformed how students learn to write essays. The difficult task of writing is now a fluid process that simultaneously teaches critical thinking and logic. Schools use the apps to fulfill writing curricula with one comprehensive, student-friendly product, and parents are spiritedly gifting the apps to their children, from middle school to college. Niles Technology apps are the new standard for developing superior writing skills. http://prmac.com/release-id-31050.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-31050.htm Mon, 19 Sep 2011 07:00:00 CST Niles Technology Group today announces High School Writing 3.0, a major update to its educational app for iOS devices. High School Writing combines two essential parts of high school writing: essays that all students should know and an expanded section addressing college application essays. With one purchase, schools fulfill their entire essay writing curriculum requirements. For parents, the app is perfect for the individual student because the instructional content is very comprehensive. http://prmac.com/release-id-30768.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-30768.htm Tue, 13 Sep 2011 07:00:00 CST Niles Technology Group, creator of the Essay Czar line of essay writing apps for the iPad and iPhone, introduces its education advisory board dedicated to developing apps that promote critical thinking. From both content and functionality standpoints, the advisory board members bring their considerable teaching experience to mobile app development. The Board ensures that Niles Technology apps fundamentally improve students' critical thinking, as well as increase overall productivity. http://prmac.com/release-id-30579.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-30579.htm Thu, 08 Sep 2011 07:00:00 CST Virginia based Niles Technology Group today announces that Essay Czar 1.0 for iOS is on sale at 30% off. The most comprehensive essay writing eTextbook for college and high school students, Essay Czar directs students how to develop and to write over forty types of essays and papers, including the SAT essay. Using a proprietary step-by-step system, students are guided to write the best essays possible in the least amount of time. http://prmac.com/release-id-30548.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-30548.htm Wed, 07 Sep 2011 08:40:00 CST Learn elementary words in form of arranging puzzles. Each word has an image to understand better. The letters of word can be dragged to form the word. Kids will benefit from the words and how they relate to images. There can be more than one word that can be formed with the letters. It can be hard for kids to memorize word patterns, spelling rules, and words themselves. The ElemWordPuzzle app help them to form words in a meaningful manner. This will improve the spelling and vocabulary of kids. http://prmac.com/release-id-29797.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-29797.htm Mon, 22 Aug 2011 08:30:00 CST Virginia based ArcDNA Inc. today introduces College TA 1.0.1, its free time management app for iOS devices. Featuring a beautiful and simple interface, College TA allows students to manage not only their courses & assignments, but also their extracurricular activities as well as their jobs. Users are provided with multiple tabs that allow them to input and manage specific info relevant to that aspect of their lives as well as create customizable alerts for all notifications entered into the app. http://prmac.com/release-id-29791.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-29791.htm Mon, 22 Aug 2011 07:00:00 CST Essay Workstation 2.0 takes the power of the iPad and iPhone and gives students a comprehensive essay writing digital textbook combined with a full-featured writing platform. Students learn writing, while simultaneously being very productive. The ability for one product to have a dramatic impact on how students learn is not a new phenomenon. What is new is that the most advanced essay writing product on the market today is a mobile app. Essay Workstation 2.0 is the future of student writing. http://prmac.com/release-id-29637.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-29637.htm Thu, 18 Aug 2011 09:40:00 CST Dear Panda LLC has announced the release of CourseNotes 3.0 for iPad, the note-taking app popular in classrooms around the world with both students and educators alike. CourseNotes 3.0, arriving just in time for the fall semester, promises to make note-taking on the iPad even better with two major new features: rich text editing and Dropbox support. One of the many reasons for CourseNotes' popularity among students is the app's ability to keep notes well-organized. http://prmac.com/release-id-29577.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-29577.htm Wed, 17 Aug 2011 06:00:00 CST Canadian-based Interactive Elementary today announced plans to add two additional modules to Middle School Math, its flagship educational application for Apple's iPad. Middle School Math emphasizes game-playing and skill development for children aged 11-14 and debuted on Apple's' App Store in June with five base modules. The company's latest offerings aim to broaden the user experience for students by further capitalizing on the device's capabilities. http://prmac.com/release-id-29465.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-29465.htm Mon, 15 Aug 2011 07:00:00 CST Virginia based Niles Technology Group today introduces Write King 1.0, their new mobile essay writing app for iOS devices. Designed specifically for the student writer, Write King provides functionalities are second-to-none and serve to assist students in writing the best essays and papers. Complete with multiple writing spaces, dual in-app web browsers, writing tutorials and functionality to view two documents side-by-side, Write King is a student's dream in being able to compare information. http://prmac.com/release-id-29192.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-29192.htm Tue, 09 Aug 2011 07:00:00 CST Middle School Writing, by Niles Technology Group, is being reintroduced to the App Store with an all new, totally redesigned platform. With its initial introduction last April, Middle School Writing became a top-selling essay app. Parents, teachers and schools praise the concise, step-by-step instructional content, which is found in no other writing product. The new Middle School Writing raises the bar, even more, for achieving high levels of writing productivity on mobile devices. http://prmac.com/release-id-28890.htm http://prmac.com/release-id-28890.htm Tue, 02 Aug 2011 07:00:00 CST Achievers Writing Center, by Niles Technology Group, brings a full-service writing center to a student's mobile device. With everything students need to write an excellent essay, Achievers' mobile apps are the solution to starting, developing and editing writing assignments. Complete with live writing assistants and editing services, the apps take the tediousness out of writing and deliver a mobile learning experience like no other essay writing app.