LessonUp

LessonUp is a web-based interactive lesson platform that integrates text, images, videos, websites, maps, game-like quizzes, interactive slides, and open-ended questions. Using the lesson library, created by other teachers and partner organizations, teachers can use existing material or just start from scratch. Teachers can present lessons in class, with or without students participating on their own devices, or assign lessons to students for independent work. Students participate with the LessonUp app or in a web browser on any type of internet-connected device. During the lesson, teachers can annotate on the screen and choose whether or not to cast their screen to student devices. It's also possible for teachers to chat with students during a lesson. Data is collected from every lesson, but it's easier to monitor student progress if they log in to a LessonUp account. A differentiation feature lets teachers color-code slides to offer extra practice or create custom paths. Lessons can also be assigned to specific students instead of the whole class. Teachers can share lessons with each other via a link or by posting them in the LessonUp library.

LessonUp delivers a well-designed experience for students and teachers alike. It combines all of the features of an app-based quizzing tool that make lessons interactive and tons of options to deliver quality lessons that address individual students' needs. The slide template is divided into separate parts (preparation, instruction, practice, evaluation, and differentiation) to help you create a well-rounded lesson. Having an extensive lesson library saves teachers time, and there's support to help you get started with all of the features. Sharing with students is simple, especially if your students use Google Classroom. If your students don't have email, Google, or Microsoft 365 accounts, you can create LessonUp usernames for them. Students can use LessonUp without an account, but data collection is limited.

Student annotation tools would be a helpful addition, although students can write responses or upload images if you choose that specific slide type. Some of the interactive elements, like quizzes, don't work well with screen readers. You can choose to record audio or upload an image instead of text, so keep in mind your students' accessibility needs when creating interactive content. More supports for students, even just around using the features, would also be helpful. It's also good to note that LessonUp is a Dutch company that has expanded internationally, so even when you are using the English site, you may occasionally encounter a random word or menu in Dutch. When searching for existing content in the shared library, you can limit your results by country of origin.