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Elevate student outcomes: Unveiling the research-backed impact of Nearpod

July 17, 2023 Nearpod Team

New efficacy research from LearnPlatform indicates Nearpod satisfies Level III ESSA requirements and leads to positive student outcomes.

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.
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6 Presentation tips for effective trainings and conferences

May 24, 2023 Nearpod Team

Explore 6 presentation tips for effective trainings and conferences! Give participants an interactive and dynamic experience with Nearpod.

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.
4 Ways to overcome learning loss and build social emotional skills

March 20, 2023 Rebekah Bergman

Explore resources to combat learning loss and build social emotional learning skills. Use these 4 strategies for overcoming learning gaps.

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 Steps to Evaluating Supplemental Math Curriculum Programs

March 3, 2023 BrittanyGranquist

Administrators or school principals can use these tips and evaluation rubric to evaluate supplemental math curriculum programs 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.
How to join Twitter chats about education and teaching

February 17, 2023 Carol Chinea

Learn Twitter chat benefits, tips, tools, and etiquette. Join an education Twitter chat, like the #NearpodChat, to network and discuss ideas.

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 Special education teacher resources and strategies

February 7, 2023 Sari Levin and Tiffani Gonzalez

Explore classroom management and special education teacher resources and strategies with the free education technology tool, Nearpod.

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.
Prioritize teacher self-care: 4 ways to support educators’ wellbeing

August 19, 2022 Darri Stephens

With an increase in teacher burnout, use these tips to focus on prioritizing teacher self-care and your staff’s wellbeing.

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.
10 reasons why principals love Nearpod

July 5, 2022 ikeRamos

Nearpod can be used by everyone in the building, including the educators and administration! Explore 10 reasons why principals love Nearpod.

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.
Actionable steps to address learning loss

April 25, 2022 Darri Stephens

Explore actionable steps you can take to address learning loss with your teachers and staff using tips and resources from Nearpod.

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.