Kami is a document annotation tool that enables students stay engaged, and that helps teachers to save time with streamlined instruction and assessment. It includes tools to make PDFs and digital resources more engaging for everyone.
$10
per month per user
Systweak PDF Editor
Score 9.0 out of 10
N/A
Systweak capabilities: Convert the PDF files in Word, Excel, Powerpoint etc.Easily collaborate with others by adding comments and annotations. Merge or split PDF files as per requirements. Compress PDF files for easy sharing. Rotate, Delete, Rearrange, Duplicate pages in PDF files. Recognize the text with OCR technology.
I like Miro better for teacher directed lessons, and group discussions. I like Nearpod more if I have to include a number of different interactive aspects to lessons. I find Google Slides and Adobe to be more clunky and less user friendly than Kami generally. However, if I want …
When dealing with absent students, and giving them classroom material, Kami is great. I never make extra copies of worksheets anymore. If a student needs/wants a second one, they can get it digitally from me. Additionally, being able to track the feedback that I give to students is a real plus.
Best for-Systweak PDF Editor is easy to use, even for beginners. The user interface is simple and straightforward, and the program comes with a built-in help file that provides step-by-step instructions on how to use all of its features. Less appropriate as Systweak PDF Editor does not have the ability to create or fill out fillable forms. This can be a problem if you need to fill out a PDF form that is emailed to you.
When I am multitasking on multiple screens, there are times when I am trying to scroll with my stylus and I end up writing on the document.
When Kami creates folders and organization, there seems to be almost too much redundancy. The same file seems to be in multiple places. I don't know if that is a Kami problem or a me problem, but I'll probably start trying to clean things up a little soon.
I think that the tool restriction for students method could be improved.
There is a small learning curve with some of the annotation tools. There is also a learning curve for embracing exactly what you can accomplish with Kami. However, with just a little practice, you can master just about all of the Kami features.
I like Miro better for teacher directed lessons, and group discussions. I like Nearpod more if I have to include a number of different interactive aspects to lessons. I find Google Slides and Adobe to be more clunky and less user friendly than Kami generally. However, if I want to just make a document better, or I want to give my students independent work, or if I want them to complete homework than Kami is my go-to tool