Finding the right free online tools for teachers can be overwhelming with so many options available. Explore our top picks, loved by educators worldwide, and discover how to use them effectively in your classroom today!
Of course, we are a little biased but Classroomscreen is a great starting point to get the party started! Our versatile classroom management tool offers everything from timers and widgets to interactive features that help teachers streamline lessons.
All of the following tools can be easily combined with Classroomscreen through the Embed widget or Hyperlink widget. Classroomscreen will be a solid base during the lesson to keep you organized, set the directions, and not lose track of time.
Now, let’s explore nine free online tools that seamlessly work with Classroomscreen to boost classroom engagement!
Padlet is a virtual bulletin board that allows students to share ideas, brainstorm, and collaborate in real time. This tool is especially helpful for online teaching, as students can share ideas with each other in a managed and visual way.
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This tool is best for group discussions, collaborative mind maps, and multimedia projects.
Wordwall allows teachers to design engaging quizzes, games, and activities in minutes. Whether you need a quick warm-up, a review game, or a fun formative assessment, Wordwall offers a variety of customizable templates.
1️⃣ Create an activity on Wordwall. 2️⃣ Either copy the activity link and paste it into the Hyperlink widget, or get the embed code and paste that into the Embed widget.
Canva is a powerful and easy-to-use design tool that allows teachers to create visually appealing resources like posters, worksheets, and presentations. With a library of templates and drag-and-drop features, Canva makes graphic design accessible to all educators.
1️⃣ Create a design in Canva. 2️⃣ Click Share → More → Embed and copy the iframe code. 3️⃣ Paste it into the Embed Widget in Classroomscreen to display it seamlessly.
Visual aids are powerful tools for effective learning. Genially helps teachers create stunning interactive infographics and presentations in just a few clicks. This tool is perfect for visual learners and makes lesson content more engaging.
GoNoodle provides short, engaging videos to help students take a movement break, refocus, and improve classroom engagement. With options like stretching, mindfulness, and dance, it’s a great way to incorporate movement into your day.
1️⃣ Find a GoNoodle video on YouTube. 2️⃣ Copy the video link. 3️⃣ Paste it into the Video Widget in Classroomscreen to display it ad-free.
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GoNoodle also has a YouTube page; the videos on YouTube can be embedded directly into Classroomscreen without showing ads. Not sure how to Embed videos? Learn how to use the Video widget with our tutorial template.
Edpuzzle lets you turn any video into an interactive lesson by adding questions and notes. This tool helps teachers assess student comprehension in real time.
1️⃣ Create a quiz on Kahoot. 2️⃣ Copy the game link and paste it into the Hyperlink Widget in Classroomscreen. 3️⃣ Display the quiz on a shared screen and let students join using their devices.
1️⃣ Create a Blooket quiz. 2️⃣ Copy the game link and paste it into the Hyperlink Widget in Classroomscreen. 3️⃣ Share the game code with students to play.
Do you have lots of students at different knowledge levels? Quizalize adapts quiz difficulty based on student performance, helping teachers differentiate instruction. This tool is great for personalized learning and formative assessment.
1️⃣ Create a Quizalize quiz. 2️⃣ Copy the quiz link and paste it into the Hyperlink Widget in Classroomscreen. 3️⃣ Monitor student progress in real time.
From multimedia collaboration to gamified learning, these tools make lessons more interactive and engaging. Add them to your Classroomscreen today and transform your classroom into a hub of creativity and learning!
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There are loads of other possibilities to include more into your Classroomscreen lessons. Definitely check out our embed blog with some useful tips on what to include in your lessons.