I was in a recent professional development workshop, and I got sparked to look at
Poll Everywhere again. Poll Everywhere is a great survey and response web tool. Using the application, you can create a poll of several questions in which your class or audience can respond to via a web browser, smart phone, or other IOS devices. The data can then be displayed and accessed in real time in order to generate conversation or track progress of a specific topic. We used the tool as a way to frame the discussion for the entire PD workshop, and I thought it was a great way to lead off the day. The tool is a great educational tool, and they offer a free version for teachers to use with a group of up to 40 students. They also have paid versions if you would like to use it with a larger audience. I led my next class with a simple question in Poll Everywhere, and it truly led to wonderful dialogue among my middle school students. Check it out!
