K-12 Archives - Nearpod Blog

How to leverage virtual reality (VR) to build equity in education

February 20, 2025 Kali Guinn

Bridge gaps in access to resources and opportunities for students with VR in education. Explore virtual reality lessons to build equitable classrooms.

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.
8 Steps to implement school climate surveys effectively

February 18, 2025 Darri Stephens

Explore the best practices for planning an effective school climate survey. Use these tips to improve school climate and culture.

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.
Pi Day activities for elementary and middle school

February 13, 2025 Darri Stephens

Use engaging Pi Day activities for elementary and middle school students. Explore math lessons, videos, and activities to celebrate 3.14!

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 Evidence-based formative assessment strategies using tech tools

January 17, 2025 Adam Franklin

Use strategies for formative assessment to acquire its benefits of student learning. Explore Nearpod’s tech tools for formative assessment.

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 administrators can support teachers’ test prep strategies

January 13, 2025 Darri Stephens

How can administrators support teachers during test prep? Explore standardized test prep strategies principals can leverage schoolwide.

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 use Nearpod to boost student voice

December 17, 2024 ErikaTepler

Learn how to boost student voice by integrating student voice with Nearpod. Use these tips to enhance students’ learning experience.

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 create a personalized learning plan using student agency examples

December 17, 2024 Darri Stephens

Personalized learning, done right, offers targeted, digital, and data-driven content. It also allows students to reflect on their learning.

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.
ChatGPT and artificial intelligence (AI) in education examples for teachers

November 21, 2024 Darri Stephens

Explore a guide to artificial intelligence (AI) in education. Use these productive and effective AI ChatGPT examples for the 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.
How to reteach students using data driven insights

November 12, 2024 Nearpod Team

Planning a reteach using data to drive instruction is crucial for student learning. Explore 5 reteaching activities and tips.

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.
Engaging social and emotional learning (SEL) lessons for elementary students

November 7, 2024 Darri Stephens

Discover social emotional learning (SEL) lessons for elementary students to build essential life skills and support their academic growth.

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.