Schoology LMS Reviews

“Easy for the Teachers Tough for the Parents”

Pros

Schoology appears to be a straightforward and user-friendly application from a teacher's perspective. Teachers can easily upload coursework and organize their course plans with minimal effort. While I cannot confirm this with certainty it seems that way considering how quickly the school system in my area has adopted it.

Cons

There is a learning curve for users (parents/students) and it is not as user-friendly as expected from an LMS. Teachers have made modifications to fit their instructional style but for parents unfamiliar with computers or learning management systems it can be challenging.

“Schoology Review”

Pros

This software enables teachers and students to navigate coursework and complete assignments online.

Cons

This software lacks classwork reminders and has cumbersome module navigation.

“School communication and Grade tracking”

Pros

I appreciate that this software allows users to have their own account and access their student's account through a single sign-on.

Cons

Several system glitches throughout the year disrupted student access to materials.

“Teaching with schoology”

Pros

I like its visual appearance as it is easy for students to navigate. I also appreciate the option to keep things unpublished until we are ready to make them public.

Cons

I'm not particularly fond of its lack of compatibility with Google products. Although I recently discovered the Schoology assessments and assignments area I wish the creation process was more user-friendly.

“Solid LMS for Budget-Minded Users”

Pros

This software offers numerous features that typically require additional fees in other Learning Management Systems. Once you get started it is very straightforward to use.

Cons

It would be beneficial if they offered a free rostering option.

“I love Schoology”

Pros

I am impressed with how this application facilitates asynchronous learning. Students can effortlessly access their course materials and take control of their own learning. It is definitely worth implementing in your classrooms.

Cons

The only minor issue I have with this application is that it doesn't allow changing the profile picture from a phone or tablet; it must be done on a laptop. However this doesn't impact the learning experience.

“Schoology is a headache”

Pros

The most appealing aspect of Schoology is that it allows my son to participate as a distance learner and remain connected with his teacher and classmates.

Cons

The most challenging aspect of Schoology is its lack of user-friendliness. It provides teachers with considerable flexibility in setting up their classes homework etc. which can be confusing for distance learners relying solely on Schoology.

“Working for virtual school”

Pros

I like how Schoology seamlessly integrates with Google Meet links Google Slide links and similar features. It remains relatively easy to use even with a 5-year-old.

Cons

The layout can be confusing depending on how the teacher sets it up. It's not highly organized but serves the purpose for virtual school thus far.

“Schoology for Virtual School”

Pros

This software simplifies the navigation of my students' apps assignments and resources. Teachers can easily set up class schedules and links in a user-friendly format.

Cons

So far it has been trouble-free and incredibly user-friendly. I haven't encountered any issues as a user. One child needs to sign in each time on their computer while the other remains signed in.

“Great for distance learning”

Pros

I appreciate the ability to post assignments and have students submit them through Schoology on a daily basis.

Cons

It lacks visual appeal; it would be great to have options to customize fonts colors etc.

“Worst platform ever”

Pros

Schoology doesn't have a single feature that appeals to me. As a parent of an elementary-level child it's terrible and as a user experience professional it's evident that user testing was neglected.

Cons

Everything but particularly the lack of intuitiveness in its usage. The interface for parents differs enough from the one for students leading to frustrating navigation.

“From the first log in Schoology was very user friendly”

Pros

So far this platform has been excellent with prompt support and quick responses to questions. It made the login process exceptionally easy and user-friendly.

Cons

I haven't encountered any features that I dislike yet; everything is going well so far. The Schoology experience has been highly beneficial and useful.

“Schoology is a great app to keep everyone on the same page!”

Pros

I adore the interactive nature of Schoology where everyone can engage post assignments memos and categorize their business. It's like social media for all participants allowing people to view like and comment on posts and assignments. Uploading material from Google is effortless and anyone of any age can learn to use this app!

Cons

The only area for improvement is the interface's appearance. The limited customization options make the app itself appear dull. In today's world aesthetics matter to users!

“Schoology Junkie”

Pros

The gradebook is absolutely fantastic and it's incredibly easy to use. Grading projects and witnessing their automatic upload to the gradebook saves a significant amount of time.

Cons

The uploading feature is frustrating as it involves navigating through multiple screens to upload a document. On the teacher side I have an issue with the missed assignments tally. When I click on a resubmitted assignment it doesn't directly take me to the specific resubmission but instead leads me to the overall assignment forcing me to guess which student made the resubmission.

“Best LMS hands down!”

Pros

Schoology offers a wealth of features that empower educators to customize their courses and cater to diverse student needs. The user interface is modern intuitive and easy to navigate. It seamlessly integrates with popular external applications effortlessly syncing with the gradebook. Personally I appreciate the extensive range of question types that allow for the creation of engaging and authentic assessments. Schoology also includes a badge rewards system enabling teachers to incentivize student achievements. With its high level of customization and unique feature set Schoology stands out among other learning management systems.

Cons

As someone who has used various learning management systems for many years I find Schoology to be exceptional in every aspect. It excels at what it does.

“A Game Changer for our School!”

Pros

Our church also operates a fully-accredited K5-13 grade private academy. When the COVID-19 pandemic hit it caused a sudden shift to virtual learning. Schoology proved to be a lifesaver for our teachers enabling them to effortlessly create manage and share academic content. The platform's seamless integration allows us to view upcoming assignments submit work and conduct virtual tests making the transition to online learning a breeze.

Cons

While some features may initially confuse users I attribute it more to individual teachers implementing their lessons rather than the developer's fault.

“Schoology Experience”

Pros

Users can establish unique course content for their students.

Cons

Setting up certain resources and materials can be time-consuming.

“Digital Learning Gone Wild”

Pros

I appreciate that parents can easily sign on with their students to access assignments and receive assistance with their work. Most importantly it was remarkably easy to figure out on our own when the schools closed and teachers were working tirelessly day and night to get all their students set up.

Cons

The app needs to be more accessible for sight-impaired parents. Voice commands often don't receive responses and may sign you out.

“Holds students accountable but not parents”

Pros

I love the accountability it provides because it holds students responsible for their work. Way better than Google Classroom in that way.

Cons

I dislike that they don't have good support for parents, like tutorials just for them.

“Schoology Review”

Pros

Schoology effectively facilitates the uploading of assignments for student completion.

Cons

There is very little to dislike about the software although an increasing number of districts are transitioning to Google Classroom.