1) With nearpod, it's easier to tell who is engaged and who isn't. The reports option is really valuable. I especially like it this year when I don't have all of the kids in my classroom. When I looked at the report, I would say there was more engagement from my weaker students than usual. The stronger students remained the same as with the "old" lesson.
2) I do believe student understanding went up with the lesson. It was a nice refresher before the quiz. If students didn't know the answer, they were more likely to care and then look it up with the competition element in Time to Climb.
3) A nice side benefit is that I can recognize some artistic talent with the Draw Its. I try to pick on a different student's work to share each time so they get a little motivation.
2) I do believe student understanding went up with the lesson. It was a nice refresher before the quiz. If students didn't know the answer, they were more likely to care and then look it up with the competition element in Time to Climb.
3) A nice side benefit is that I can recognize some artistic talent with the Draw Its. I try to pick on a different student's work to share each time so they get a little motivation.