Nearpod

Nearpod is an educational platform that integrates multimedia presentations with interactive features to engage students during lessons. It allows teachers to create or upload presentations enriched with interactive elements such as quizzes, polls, open-ended questions, videos, virtual reality experiences, and collaborative activities. Nearpod sessions can be delivered synchronously, where all students progress through the content simultaneously, or asynchronously, allowing for self-paced learning. Teachers can monitor student progress and responses in real-time, making it a powerful tool for formative assessment and personalized instruction.
Nearpod aims to transform traditional teaching methods by providing a dynamic learning environment that encourages active participation and enhances comprehension through multimedia interaction. It supports various instructional strategies, catering to different learning styles and promoting student engagement and retention.

Features

Free Features:
Nearpod offers a free version with the following features:
Creation and delivery of interactive lessons and presentations
Ability to upload existing presentations (PowerPoint, PDF) and enhance them with interactive elements
Virtual field trips and 3D objects for immersive learning experiences
Real-time formative assessment and feedback
Integration with Google Classroom and other learning management systems
Paid Features:
Nearpod also offers a premium version (Nearpod Gold) with additional features such as:
Larger storage space for uploaded content
Advanced interactive elements and customization options
Enhanced analytics and reporting tools
Collaboration and sharing features for educators