EDF 204: Joshua Rose by Joshua Rose

NEARPOD!!!

jjroose1007 — 2025-05-02 22:29:17 UTC

Nearpod is an interactive presentation platform that lets teachers build multimedia lessons that include quizzes, polls, open-ended questions, and videos. I learned that it helps make lessons more engaging and gives teachers real-time feedback on student understanding.

I would use Nearpod to create interactive lessons during social studies or science classes, where students can answer questions as we go. It helps keep everyone involved, especially in large classrooms.

MENTIMETER

jjroose1007 — 2025-05-02 22:32:09 UTC

Mentimeter allows teachers to create live polls, word clouds, and quizzes. It’s a great way to collect anonymous feedback and check student understanding in real time.

I’d use Mentimeter at the beginning of class as a bell-ringer or exit ticket to gather student opinions or reflections on the lesson topic.

DIFFIT!!!

jjroose1007 — 2025-05-02 22:36:00 UTC

Diffit uses AI to instantly create differentiated reading materials for students at various levels. You can input a topic and get a summary, key vocabulary, and comprehension questions.

I’d use Diffit to simplify challenging readings for struggling students, so everyone can access the same content at their level.

MAGIC SCHOOL

jjroose1007 — 2025-05-02 22:36:54 UTC

MagicSchool is an AI tool built for educators. It generates lesson plans, behavior intervention strategies, and rubrics based on teacher input.

I’d use MagicSchool to create quick rubrics and customize lesson ideas to save planning time while still keeping my content creative.

MERGE EDU!!!

jjroose1007 — 2025-05-02 22:38:13 UTC

Merge EDU offers AR experiences that bring 3D science objects into the classroom using a special cube or just a device screen. Students can explore virtual fossils, anatomy, and planets.

I’d use Merge EDU during science units—like the solar system or the human body—to give students a closer, hands-on digital experience.

3D BEAR

jjroose1007 — 2025-05-02 22:38:53 UTC

3D Bear is an AR app that lets students design and view 3D models in their physical space using a tablet or phone. It encourages creativity and spatial thinking.

I’d use 3D Bear in a STEM class where students could create models of bridges or buildings and “place” them in the classroom to test design ideas.

WORDLE!!!

jjroose1007 — 2025-05-02 22:39:25 UTC

Wordle is a word puzzle game where players guess a 5-letter word in 6 tries. It builds spelling, logic, and vocabulary skills in a fun way.
I’d use Wordle as a daily warm-up in English class to get students thinking about vocabulary and spelling in a fun, competitive way.

FLIPPITY

jjroose1007 — 2025-05-02 22:40:07 UTC

Flippity lets you create custom word games, including your own Wordle-style puzzles. You can use your own vocabulary lists.
I’d use Flippity to create custom review games before a test, especially to reinforce terms in subjects like history or science.

QR CODE GENERATOR!!!

jjroose1007 — 2025-05-02 22:40:55 UTC

This website creates custom QR codes that can link to websites, PDFs, videos, or digital forms. It’s simple and fast to use.
I’d use QR codes for scavenger hunts, linking students to different reading materials or clues around the classroom.

CANVA

jjroose1007 — 2025-05-02 22:41:26 UTC

Canva lets you generate QR codes and design them into posters, flyers, or classroom materials with creative layouts and visuals.
I’d use Canva to make a “QR Code Wall” where students can scan to access assignments, videos, or extra credit resources.