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Tips for integrating Nearpod with Canvas LMS

September 20, 2023 Nearpod Team

Learn how to integrate Nearpod and Canvas LMS together, such as how to install the Nearpod LTI, add Nearpod assignments, and more.

Darri Stephens
Darri Stephens is a dedicated LX (learning experience) designer, passionate about creating quality content and programs for kids, families, and educators. With MAs in Education from both Harvard and Stanford, and work experience at best-in-class ed tech organizations including Wonder Workshop, Nickelodeon, and Common Sense Education, she is steeped in the design thinking process and committed to agile and iterative project management, which has resulted in multi-award-winning programs and products.
Google Slides templates and Zoom backgrounds for Nearpod lessons

September 15, 2023 Nearpod Team

Download our entire collection of Google Slides templates and create your own Nearpod lessons!

Darri Stephens
Darri Stephens is a dedicated LX (learning experience) designer, passionate about creating quality content and programs for kids, families, and educators. With MAs in Education from both Harvard and Stanford, and work experience at best-in-class ed tech organizations including Wonder Workshop, Nickelodeon, and Common Sense Education, she is steeped in the design thinking process and committed to agile and iterative project management, which has resulted in multi-award-winning programs and products.
5 ways to use Nearpod’s activity banks

September 7, 2023 Nearpod Team

Activity banks provide interactive activities teachers can add to any lesson for effective instruction while saving time in lesson planning.

Darri Stephens
Darri Stephens is a dedicated LX (learning experience) designer, passionate about creating quality content and programs for kids, families, and educators. With MAs in Education from both Harvard and Stanford, and work experience at best-in-class ed tech organizations including Wonder Workshop, Nickelodeon, and Common Sense Education, she is steeped in the design thinking process and committed to agile and iterative project management, which has resulted in multi-award-winning programs and products.
Educator Spotlight: Elevating STEM education in Australia with Nearpod

September 5, 2023 Nearpod Team

Discover how Sharon Raj is using Nearpod to transform STEM education in Australia to boost student learning and engagement.

Darri Stephens
Darri Stephens is a dedicated LX (learning experience) designer, passionate about creating quality content and programs for kids, families, and educators. With MAs in Education from both Harvard and Stanford, and work experience at best-in-class ed tech organizations including Wonder Workshop, Nickelodeon, and Common Sense Education, she is steeped in the design thinking process and committed to agile and iterative project management, which has resulted in multi-award-winning programs and products.
How to find free quality lessons and teaching resources

August 18, 2023 Caroline Grider

Finding free teaching resources you can trust is hard. Explore teaching resources and quality lessons to teach common core subjects.

Darri Stephens
Darri Stephens is a dedicated LX (learning experience) designer, passionate about creating quality content and programs for kids, families, and educators. With MAs in Education from both Harvard and Stanford, and work experience at best-in-class ed tech organizations including Wonder Workshop, Nickelodeon, and Common Sense Education, she is steeped in the design thinking process and committed to agile and iterative project management, which has resulted in multi-award-winning programs and products.
5 Impactful active learning strategies for the classroom

August 18, 2023 Darri Stephens

Explore impactful active learning strategies teachers can use in the classroom to engage students through effective instruction.

Darri Stephens
Darri Stephens is a dedicated LX (learning experience) designer, passionate about creating quality content and programs for kids, families, and educators. With MAs in Education from both Harvard and Stanford, and work experience at best-in-class ed tech organizations including Wonder Workshop, Nickelodeon, and Common Sense Education, she is steeped in the design thinking process and committed to agile and iterative project management, which has resulted in multi-award-winning programs and products.
6 Strategies to elevate student engagement in the classroom

August 10, 2023 Darri Stephens

Explore student engagement strategies to keep students focused and excited in learning. Here are 6 ways to elevate classroom engagement.

Darri Stephens
Darri Stephens is a dedicated LX (learning experience) designer, passionate about creating quality content and programs for kids, families, and educators. With MAs in Education from both Harvard and Stanford, and work experience at best-in-class ed tech organizations including Wonder Workshop, Nickelodeon, and Common Sense Education, she is steeped in the design thinking process and committed to agile and iterative project management, which has resulted in multi-award-winning programs and products.
Practical SAMR model examples to integrate education technology

August 10, 2023 Nearpod Team

Discover practical SAMR model examples to seamlessly integrate the education technology tool Nearpod into your classroom.

Darri Stephens
Darri Stephens is a dedicated LX (learning experience) designer, passionate about creating quality content and programs for kids, families, and educators. With MAs in Education from both Harvard and Stanford, and work experience at best-in-class ed tech organizations including Wonder Workshop, Nickelodeon, and Common Sense Education, she is steeped in the design thinking process and committed to agile and iterative project management, which has resulted in multi-award-winning programs and products.
3 Efficient ways to lesson plan for back to school with Nearpod

August 7, 2023 Bethany Petty

Back to school season is here! Explore teacher tips to help you prepare and lesson plan for back to school with Nearpod’s interactive lessons.

Darri Stephens
Darri Stephens is a dedicated LX (learning experience) designer, passionate about creating quality content and programs for kids, families, and educators. With MAs in Education from both Harvard and Stanford, and work experience at best-in-class ed tech organizations including Wonder Workshop, Nickelodeon, and Common Sense Education, she is steeped in the design thinking process and committed to agile and iterative project management, which has resulted in multi-award-winning programs and products.
7 Essential strategies for designing effective instruction

July 11, 2023 Darri Stephens

Planning and designing effective instruction is crucial for student learning. Explore effective instructional strategies and resources.

Darri Stephens
Darri Stephens is a dedicated LX (learning experience) designer, passionate about creating quality content and programs for kids, families, and educators. With MAs in Education from both Harvard and Stanford, and work experience at best-in-class ed tech organizations including Wonder Workshop, Nickelodeon, and Common Sense Education, she is steeped in the design thinking process and committed to agile and iterative project management, which has resulted in multi-award-winning programs and products.