Unleash Your Creativity with Nearpod

Table of Contents:

1. Introduction
2. Creating a Lesson in Nearpod
3. Starting with Content or Activities
4. Using Slides Option
5. Editing Tools in the New Editor
6. Naming Your Lesson
7. Adding Content and Slides
8. Adding Collaborate Board
9. Adding Quick Slides
10. Uploading Existing Lessons

Introduction

Welcome back AACPS staff to this Nearpod tutorial! In this session, we will explore the option of creating a lesson entirely within the Nearpod platform. If You’re looking for an alternative to Google Slides or simply want to try something new, Nearpod's improved editing tool offers a great experience. Let's dive right in!

Creating a Lesson in Nearpod

When creating a lesson in Nearpod, you have the option to start from scratch or use existing content and activities. This flexibility allows you to customize your lesson according to your teaching objectives and the needs of your students. Let's explore how to get started!

Starting with Content or Activities

Before you start creating your lesson, Nearpod offers a range of content and activities to choose from. You can search for specific types of content or explore different categories, such as media, activities, interactive elements, quizzes, games, and discussions. This variety ensures that you can engage your students with diverse learning experiences. Let's see how you can choose the right starting point for your lesson!

Using Slides Option

If you prefer a slide-Based approach to lesson creation, Nearpod offers a familiar environment that resembles popular presentation tools like Google Slides and PowerPoint. You can easily navigate through different slides, add themes for a consistent visual style, and use various editing tools to customize your content. This familiarity makes it easier for both beginners and experienced users to Create engaging lessons. Let's Delve into the details of the new editing tool!

Editing Tools in the New Editor

The new editor in Nearpod provides a range of editing tools that empower you to enhance your lesson content. These tools include options for customizing text, inserting shapes and images, adding backgrounds, incorporating multimedia elements like videos, audios, and GIFs, and even drawing with crayons, highlighters, and erasers. With such a comprehensive set of tools, you can unleash your creativity and make your lessons truly interactive and engaging!

Naming Your Lesson

Before you start adding content to your lesson, it's essential to give it a Meaningful name. Nearpod automatically assigns an "Untitled lesson" title, but you can easily change it to reflect the topic or theme of your lesson. Naming your lesson helps you stay organized and easily identify it within your Nearpod dashboard. Let's learn how to name your lesson and make it stand out!

Adding Content and Slides

Once you have named your lesson, you can begin adding content and slides to create a Cohesive learning experience for your students. Nearpod allows you to add multiple slides, each with its own content or activity. You can choose from a variety of content options, including collaboratives boards for student collaboration, and customize them to suit your teaching goals. Let's explore the process of adding content and slides!

Adding Collaborate Board

The Collaborate Board is a powerful feature in Nearpod that promotes student collaboration and interaction. It allows students to work together on a shared canvas, enabling them to brainstorm ideas, solve problems, or create visual representations collaboratively. Adding a Collaborate Board to your lesson provides a hands-on learning experience for your students and fosters teamwork. Let's discover how to integrate this feature into your lesson!

Adding Quick Slides

Nearpod also offers a convenient option to add quick slides to your lesson. These predefined slide layouts save you time by providing ready-made designs that you can easily customize. Whether you need a blank slide, a slide with a title and text boxes, or a slide with a specific layout, Nearpod has you covered. Let's see how to leverage quick slides in your lesson creation process!

Uploading Existing Lessons

If you have previously created lessons in tools like PowerPoint, PDFs, or Word documents, Nearpod allows you to upload them directly into the platform. This feature ensures that you can leverage your existing content and seamlessly integrate it with Nearpod's interactive features. Uploading existing lessons saves you time and effort, enabling you to deliver engaging lessons without starting from scratch. Let's explore how to upload your existing lessons!

Conclusion

Creating lessons in Nearpod provides an enriching and interactive learning experience for both educators and students. With a wide array of content options, customizable editing tools, and integration capabilities, Nearpod empowers educators to design engaging lessons that cater to diverse learning needs. Whether you're new to Nearpod or an experienced user, the platform's user-friendly interface and powerful features make lesson creation a breeze. Start exploring Nearpod's creativity and transform your teaching today!

Highlights

• Nearpod offers the option to create lessons entirely within its platform, providing a seamless and convenient lesson creation experience.
• The new editor in Nearpod resembles popular presentation tools like Google Slides and PowerPoint, ensuring familiarity and ease of use.
• Nearpod's editing tools allow for customization of content, adding visuals, multimedia, and interactive elements to enhance the learning experience.
• Naming your lesson helps you stay organized and easily identify it within your Nearpod dashboard.
• Collaborate Board in Nearpod promotes student collaboration and engagement, fostering teamwork and interactive learning.
• Quick slides in Nearpod provide ready-made designs that save time and assist in creating visually appealing lesson content.
• Uploading existing lessons from tools like PowerPoint or Word documents is possible, allowing seamless integration with Nearpod's interactive features.