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Company

Desmos

Founded: 2007
Country: United States 

Britannica School

Founded: 1768
Country: United Kingdom 
Description

Desmos

Desmos is a web-based graphing calculator that helps students and educators visualize and understand mathematical concepts.
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Britannica School

Developed by Encyclopedia Britannica, Britannica School is a trusted, reliable online resource providing teachers and students with a safe...
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Educational Impact

Desmos

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Britannica School

build student knowledge86%
improve teacher knowledge73%
improve attainment68%
reduce teacher workload67%
 
Recommended Usage

Desmos

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Britannica School

We recommend Britannica School replaces general internet searches within your school. Through daily use and interaction, students will be better equipped to research independently and become more knowledgable about the subjects they are studying.

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Britannica School

Kristina Blin, Teacher: Now that I am more familiar with how it works, I can see how the information provided by Britannica can help teachers to plan more easily and find reliable sources.
Secondary Library, Librarian: It is a quality source of information for students and helps them gain some understanding of a topic
Jerzy Majewski, Teacher: It's a great place to start and a base for doing presentations, etc.
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Age Range

Desmos

5-7, 8-10, 11-13, 14-16, 17-18, 19+ 

Britannica School

0-4, 5-7, 8-10, 11-13, 14-16, 17-18 
Features

Desmos

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Britannica School

Read-aloud FunctionMerriam Webster DictionaryTranslation ToolShare ContentRights-cleared VisualsDifferentiated Reading-levelsCitationSafe ResearchEbsco JournalsCollection Of Reliable Websites 
Languages

Desmos

English 

Britannica School

Arabic, Chinese, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Spanish 
Accessibility

Desmos

Robust features 

Britannica School

Moderate features 
Policies

Desmos

Privacy PolicyGDPRTerms of Service 

Britannica School

Privacy PolicyGDPRTerms of Service 
Requirements

Desmos

Available OfflineInternet - Low BandwidthInternet - High BandwidthDesktop - MacDesktop - WindowsDesktop - ChromebookDesktop - LinuxMobile - iPhoneMobile - iPadMobile - WindowsMobile - AndroidRadioTelevision

Desmos runs on any modern browser with no downloads or installs. We also run seamlessly on iPhones, iPads, Android phones, and Windows touch devices. Chromebook attached to a Smartboard? No problem! We've seen just about every combination a classroom has to offer, and we make sure our software runs on any modern browser, in nearly any configuration.

 

Britannica School

Available OfflineInternet - Low BandwidthInternet - High BandwidthDesktop - MacDesktop - WindowsDesktop - ChromebookDesktop - LinuxMobile - iPhoneMobile - iPadMobile - WindowsMobile - AndroidRadioTelevision

Log in details will be provided by Britannica upon start date and internet access required.

 
Training

Desmos

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Britannica School

In PersonLive OnlineWebinarsDocumentationVideos

Online CPD sessions are included in Britannica School subscriptions and training is offered for free throughout your subscription in the format that works best for your school.

 
Set Up

Desmos

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Britannica School

Within 24 hours.

Support

Desmos

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Britannica School

24/7 Live RepPhone SupportEmail/Help DeskFAQs/ForumKnowledge Base 
Home Learning

Desmos

Not available To parents 

Britannica School

Parent Access 
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Pricing

Desmos

Free VersionFreemiumFree TrialPaid SubscriptionOne-Off FeeHourly Rate

While much of what Desmos provides is and will continue to be free, the Desmos curriculum should be compared to other core curriculum offerings.

In addition to supporting the curriculum’s ongoing development and maintenance as a paying customer, you’ll receive access to comprehensive curriculum materials and dedicated coaching and support.

Britannica School

Free VersionFreemiumFree TrialPaid SubscriptionOne-Off FeeHourly Rate

Britannica School pricing starts from £492 / year

Britannica School's subscription costs £679 per annum for a primary or prep school and £1140 per annum for a secondary. This price gives access to all members of your school community.

For smaller-than-average schools, prices can vary and discounted rates are available for mutli-year licences.

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