App Directory
Best Problem-Based Learning Apps & Tools for Schools
59 problem-based learning software platforms and tools for K-12, rated against instructional invariants from learning science.
59 apps
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This table lists the problem-based learning applications in our database by name, subject area, overall rating, and certifications.
Certifications show if an app meets baseline privacy and interoperability standards. Click any app name to view its complete profile. We add expert scores and reviews to these pages as formal evaluations finish.
Rating
Application
Subject Area
Certifications
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Ouro Financial Literacy
Zbenko Studio
Career & Tech Education
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Piper Make Base Station
Piper Learning, Inc.
Science, Math
1 cert
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pi-top CS and Robotics Kit
pi-top
Science, Math
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Respons-Able Educators Online
Digital Respons-Ability
Applied Science, Career & Tech Education
3 certs
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Respons-Able Students Online
Digital Respons-Ability
Applied Science, Career & Tech Education
3 certs
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STEM Pathways Lab
Kid Spark Education
Science, Math
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TechnoKids Complete Collection
TechnoKids
Humanities, Social Science
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The Switch Lab - EV for Education
Switch Vehicles Inc
Science, Applied Science
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Workspace Skills
Canopy Education CIC
Applied Science, Career & Tech Education
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How We Rate Apps
Every app is evaluated against instructional invariants developed by Invariant Education. We test whether apps actually teach — not whether they look good or have high ratings.
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