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One Minute Countdown

November 11, 2009Kelly TenkelyLeave a Comment1283 views

What it is: Another great tool from Triptico, One Minute Countdown is a simple web tool that acts as a countdown timer for the classroom. The countdown is perfect for using at a center on classroom computers or on an interactive whiteboard/projector.

How to integrate One Minute Countdown into the classroom: I find it difficult to give students adequate thinking time after asking a question. Usually as teachers, we call on the first hand that shoots up. This can be a hindrance for students who require a little longer to process and think about the question asked. Use the One Minute Countdown to pace yourself and give students built in time to think. The One Minute Countdown Timer can also be used for classroom games, or as motivation to move quickly during transitions (see if your students can beat the clock).

Tips: You can choose whether or not you want a sound to play when the countdown has finished.

Leave a comment and share how you are using One Minute Countdown in your classroom.

Simple Timer

November 2, 2009Kelly Tenkely1 Comment1998 views

What it is: Simple Timer is just what you would expect based on the name, a simple timer (imagine that). The timer can be projected or used with an interactive whiteboard during classroom activities or work time. There is a timer and a count down feature. To time an even just click the ‘start’ button, you can pause and restart the timer at any time. To set a countdown timer, just set the time you would like the timer to countdown from and click the start button.

How to integrate Simple Timer into the classroom: Simple Timer can be used in a variety of ways. I like using timers with my students as a motivator. For example, “Let’s see how quickly and quietly we can put everything away and line up.” Each time you line up you can try to beat the previous time. I add 10 seconds if someone is talking. This is also a great way to make tasks manageable for students who struggle with focus. If they can see a visual of how much time is left with one activity it is much easier for them to continue through to the next activity.

Tips: If you have a student who has trouble staying on task, put them next to a classroom computer with their own timer or countdown clock. This way you can set it for shorter intervals for that student. Each time they have made it to the count down they can stand up and stretch before beginning the next activity.

Leave a comment and tell us how you are using Simple Timer in your classroom.