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Maurice Ashley Teaches Chess

Maurice Ashley Teaches Chess

trash talking chess learning

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19 reviews
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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • October 3, 2020
  • May 4, 2021

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Qubidu GmbH
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Master chess with engaging lessons and interactive mini-games. Learn strategic foundations and improve cognitive skills through unique exercises and personalized coaching from a chess legend. Features include 20 lessons, 9 skillbuilders, puzzles, and engine play.

✓20 lessons in 4 categories
✓9 skillbuilders with hundreds of levels
✓Over 100 puzzles
✓Play chess against an engine
✓Audio commentary by Maurice Ashley
✓Animated board visualizations
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What's New in Maurice Ashley Teaches Chess

1.2.2

May 4, 2021

- Added subtitles for lessons - Added option to turn off Maurice's commentary - Improved timer behaviour - Added 2 more puzzles - Added highlighting for selected pieces - Some small styling changes - Some small bug fixes

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Amazing app and great instructional material to learn how to play chess. Would be nice to have more puzzles or give the option to use own pgn to puzzle rush
CemordesignCemordesign

No additions? No updates?

I thought this app was going to receive “frequent updates” and new features along the way. No update in over a year… I didn’t mind paying for the app initially, but now I’m kinda wondering why I did. I thought there would be much more to this app, or much more coming?? Does the developer respond??
R3GTHR33R3GTHR33

Poor app

I had high hopes. I’m only on lesson two and the puzzles aren’t working.
s16w24s16w24

Almost 5 stars

Loads of fun and very instructional. I would give it 5 stars if the ‘easy’ match for playing a game was truly easy, but it’s not.
GirlGeek101GirlGeek101

Commentary audio

Just wanted to share that it took me several minutes to figure out why I couldn’t hear Maurice talking after the latest update. It seems strange that the update made the default setting to mute his commentary during the lessons. Without his commentary you can’t tell what’s going on. It also seemed to say it was set to subtitles, but I didn’t see any subtitles.

Otherwise I’ve greatly enjoyed learning from this app so far.
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FAQ

What is the learning methodology used by Maurice Ashley Teaches Chess?

Maurice Ashley Teaches Chess uses a structured approach with 20 lessons covering basics to advanced strategy. Concepts are visualized on an animated board, and learning is reinforced through nine skillbuilder mini-games designed to improve specific cognitive skills relevant to chess.

How does Maurice Ashley Teaches Chess track user progress?

While specific progress tracking metrics are not detailed, the app offers 9 skillbuilders with hundreds of levels and over 100 puzzles, suggesting a progression-based learning system. Users can also play against an engine to gauge their improvement.

Is there a trial period for Maurice Ashley Teaches Chess?

The app is available for a one-time purchase of $1.99 and does not operate on a subscription model, meaning there is no trial period. The developer mentions a special introductory price for this initial version.

What is the update frequency for Maurice Ashley Teaches Chess?

The developer plans to keep adding new content and features, indicating frequent updates are expected. The app was last updated on May 4, 2021, to version 1.2.2.

What devices is Maurice Ashley Teaches Chess compatible with?

Maurice Ashley Teaches Chess is compatible with iPhone and iPod. The age rating for the app is 9+.

What do users like most about Maurice Ashley Teaches Chess?

Based on its 4.7-star rating from 31 reviews, users likely appreciate the unique teaching style of Maurice Ashley, the engaging skillbuilder games, and the clear visualization of chess concepts. The 'trash talking' coaching style is also a distinctive feature.

How does Maurice Ashley Teaches Chess compare to other chess learning apps?

This app stands out with its personalized, Brooklyn-style coaching from a renowned chess grandmaster, Maurice Ashley. Unlike many apps that focus solely on puzzles or engine play, it integrates lessons, skillbuilders, and interactive commentary for a comprehensive learning experience.

Can I play chess against others in Maurice Ashley Teaches Chess?

The current version of Maurice Ashley Teaches Chess allows you to play chess against an engine in three skill levels. It does not appear to offer multiplayer functionality against other human players.