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As a teacher, I’m always looking for tools to make my job easier and lessons more engaging. That’s why I’m thrilled about Classroomscreen, a digital teaching assistant that’s become my go-to tool. It’s like having a Swiss Army knife for classroom management!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Classroomscreen combines essential teaching tools in a virtual whiteboard filled with customisable widgets. Whether teaching in the classroom or online, it has significantly improved how I organise lessons and interact with students.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Key Features<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are the features I use most frequently:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Text Widget: Displays instructions or objectives, keeping students focused.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Timer: Manages activities with a visual countdown.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Work Symbols: Sets expectations for noise levels and teamwork.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Name Generator: Ensures fair student participation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Video Player: Shows clips and displays questions for discussions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Poll: Gathers quick feedback and encourages participation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Embed: Integrates other tools like Quizlet for interactive reviews.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • QR Codes: Shares resources quickly without writing long URLs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Recent Updates<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Classroomscreen continues to improve with new features:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • Ready-made Screens: Pre-designed activities for icebreakers and welcome screens.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • New Sticker Sheets: Game, magnetic word, and alphabet stickers for interactive learning.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • UX Upgrades: New colour themes and backgrounds, including a slideshow feature.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      Classroom Integration<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

      I use Classroomscreen for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      • Lesson planning: Displaying objectives, instructions, and discussion questions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Classroom management: Using timers, work symbols, and name generators.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Student engagement: Implementing interactive elements like polls and QR codes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Formative assessment: Quickly gauging understanding with polls.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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