# PEARL by PSEA

> Online learning platform for PSEA members offering professional development courses. (iPhone/iPad app by Pennsylvania State Education Association.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pearl-by-psea/id1527855958 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Pennsylvania State Education Association](https://appshunter.io/developer/970625552)
- Category: Education
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 28 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2020-10-01
- Data updated: 2026-06-04
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pearl-by-psea/id1527855958/reviews.md

## What is PEARL by PSEA?

PEARL is the state-of-the-art online learning application of the Pennsylvania State Education Association (PSEA). 

Designed specifically for PSEA members to meet their professional learning needs, PEARL offers long and short courses in a variety of education-related content areas, all completely free, that PSEA members — from Student PSEA to PSEA Retired —can engage with anytime and anywhere. 

Act 48 hours and Chapter 14 letters are available as well as support to earn post-graduate university credits.

## Key features

- Online learning courses
- Professional development for educators
- Act 48 hours
- Chapter 14 letters
- Post-graduate credit support
- Accessible anytime, anywhere

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pearl-by-psea/id1527855958/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Screen Interaction via Moblie Device

*2022-08-19*

Using a mobile device, there is no way to adjust the pane sizes so more of the actual lesson can be viewed, and less of the menu options. Not very user friendly when, on a mobile device, one has to continuously toggle between sections or when directed to a another link (to verify credentials, register, or sign up for something). It would be helpful if both the credentials used for PSEA and/or NEA would transfer to the app automatically, or only ask for verification once and not multiple times. There are interactive parts during the lesson, one in particular will ask to sort cards. On a mobile device, the cards don’t “drop” into the area when released, they pop back to the starting point. Or, you have to figure out a way to immobilize the screen and double tap to “drop” the card in the area. It took too much time to try to figure out how to make this work, and even caused me to get an answer incorrect, which I was not happy about. Also, you cannot zoom in to read smaller printed texts, or turn the orientation of the phone to see more screen.  There are some things to work out. After the course is completed, I will update with more information.

## Frequently asked questions about PEARL by PSEA

### What is PEARL?

PEARL is an online learning application developed by the Pennsylvania State Education Association (PSEA). It provides professional learning courses specifically for PSEA members.

### Is PEARL free to use?

Yes, PEARL is completely free for PSEA members. There are no in-app purchases or subscription fees associated with accessing its courses.

### What kind of courses does PEARL offer?

PEARL offers both long and short courses across various education-related content areas. These courses are designed to meet the professional learning needs of educators.

### Can I earn professional development hours through PEARL?

Yes, users can earn Act 48 hours and Chapter 14 letters through the courses offered on PEARL. The app also provides support for earning post-graduate university credits.

### Who can access PEARL?

PEARL is designed for all PSEA members, including Student PSEA and PSEA Retired members. It is accessible anytime and anywhere.

### What devices does PEARL support?

PEARL is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed for mobile and tablet use.

### How often is PEARL updated?

The latest version of PEARL is 1.0.1, which was last updated on November 17, 2020. Further update frequency information is not available.

### What is the user sentiment for PEARL?

Based on the available data, PEARL has a rating of 3.0 stars from 1 rating. This indicates a mixed to neutral user reception at this time.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.0.1 — 2020-11-17

- Updated enrollment UX and added an informational pop-up

### 1.0 — 2020-10-01

No release notes.

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