[ICIE Chronicles] Benefits of using randomised selection tools to enhance student engagement in the classroom

This article seeks to present an effective tool that can be easily implemented in a learning environment. ‘The Wheel of Names’ is an easily customizable online tool with the aim of enhancing general student participation while also promoting fairness in any context.

The set objective was to investigate how to improve a growing problem in one area linked to student participation: homework completion. This motivation stemmed from the recognition that student’s homework tasks were not always being duly completed. In order to monitor student homework, ‘The Wheel of Names’ was tested, and many positive outcomes came to light. How does this tool aid teachers in achieving greater student participation in the classroom? And, what are the benefits for teachers and students alike?

Chronical in English written by Rhea LANGRIDGE, Senior Teaching Fellow in English at IÉSEG

[ICIE Chronicles] Benefits of using randomised selection tools to enhance student engagement in the classroom