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Discover the best award-winning software for children on AcademicsChoice.com. We have recognized software that teaches phonological awareness, sequencing, memory, following directions, unlocking mysteries and so much more. Academics' Choice smart media award winners build and inspire minds.

Academics' Choice™ helps buyers find the best brain-boosting material on the market. We help parents and teachers distinguish between "class-time fillers" and genuinely effective learning tools that stimulate the mind, and provide potential for the student to fully develop higher order thinking skills. Only the genuine "mind-builders" are recognized with the coveted Academics' Choice Award™.

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But we're not the only source to discover award winners, there are many organizations that review and award books. The evaluation and selection process varies substantially when it comes to choosing the best of the best. Many entities rely on panels of reviewers, or simply an individual. Some use focus-groups, online and/or offline voting, while others use a combination of all these approaches. We recommend organizations that use a combination and avoid online voting as the sole evaluation method as the online voters may have never used the material. We also recommend organizations that utilize a peer-reviewed and standarized evaluation process.

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What makes a software application an award winner?

Excellent question! The answer depends on the evaluation process and integrity of the organization and individuals evaluating. Do they use real teachers, an Advisory Board, children, industy experts, etc.? Are the reviewers qualified? How many reviewers evaluate each submission? What is the award criteria? How focused is the award—meaning does the organization award hundreds of categories or are they narrow in focus? It's important to verify that the entity has a mission other than simply providing awards for promotional purposes and profit. Everybody wants their book to earn recognition, but recognition by people in the know with experience in the appropriate industry is an important differentiator buyers should take into consideration. Learn about the Academics' Choice award criteria and evaluation process.