{"id":12820,"date":"2025-11-06T07:31:00","date_gmt":"2025-11-06T12:31:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/teachersfirst.com\/blog\/?p=12820"},"modified":"2025-11-05T17:30:37","modified_gmt":"2025-11-05T22:30:37","slug":"tech-tool-of-the-month-wordwall-part-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/teachersfirst.org\/blog\/2025\/11\/tech-tool-of-the-month-wordwall-part-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Tech Tool of the Month: Wordwall – Part 2"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

In Part 1<\/a> of this blog, we introduced you to\u00a0Wordwall<\/a>\u00a0and discussed how to apply the SAMR Model and the Triple E Framework\u00a0to\u00a0use\u00a0it\u00a0in instruction. Today’s post provides detailed instructions for\u00a0using\u00a0this resource and offers classroom\u00a0implementation\u00a0ideas that cater to all students.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In case you missed it, Wordwall gives you an easy way to transform your lessons into interactive games in minutes. This resource offers 12 free game templates\u2014including Quiz, Match-Up, Spin the Wheel, and Flashcards\u2014as well as several ready-to-use activities contributed by teachers worldwide. What makes Wordwall powerful is its flexibility: you can switch between activity formats with just one click, so your content instantly becomes a quiz, game show, or review activity that you can share via a URL or embed on a website. Students don’t need accounts, and you can track their progress and completed activities on any device.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Getting Started with Wordwall: <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Visit wordwall.net<\/a> and sign up for a free teacher account.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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This site truly is as simple as 1-2-3, and you can create a game in less than five minutes (or use a ready-to-go activity in the Community). Select your template, enter your content, and begin your activity! Printing is not available with the free account, but you can share a link to your activity or embed it on a website.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Wordwall is a massive time-saver for teachers. The free version has some limitations, but it\u2019s still a fabulous tool. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The free version includes 12 options for templates: Match Up<\/strong>, Quiz<\/strong>, Flash Cards<\/strong>, Spin the Wheel<\/strong>, Speaking Cards<\/strong>, Group Sort<\/strong>, Find the Match<\/strong>, Complete the Sentence<\/strong>, Anagram<\/strong>, Unjumble<\/strong>, Open the Box<\/strong>, and Matching Pairs<\/strong>. You can read a brief description of each template below.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The free account includes three original projects (also called resources in the platform) that use these templates, but there is no limit to the number of ready-to-go activities you can use. When you use one of your resources, the site will tell you how many remain. You do have the option to delete a resource to increase your total available resources back to three.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Here is a brief comparison of the plans. This blog post focuses only on the features available in the free plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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If you\u2019re looking to create projects in different languages for world language classes or multilingual students, this site is available in more than 40 different languages!  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Adding your content is very simple. The information you put in may vary slightly based on the template you select. This template (Match Up) asks you to provide a keyword and a matching definition. For Anagram, however, you may just have to provide the words. Notice the buttons for adding images and audio within each of the keyword boxes.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Now that we have input the content, let\u2019s look at creating an activity. Notice the options when you right-click on the three dots next to your content. They include Open in a New Tab<\/strong>, Share<\/strong>, Set Assignment<\/strong>, Edit Content<\/strong>, Delete<\/strong>, and Embed<\/strong>.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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If you choose the Set Assignment<\/strong> option, there are a few simple steps to follow, including choosing how students will register (they can enter their name, play anonymously, or play on Google Classroom). You also have the option to set a deadline and decide what happens at the end of the game. Then, you\u2019re ready to play!  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Here is an example of a finished resource. Take notice of the Switch Template<\/strong> option on the right side. This allows you to switch to a different game template with one click, providing an easy way to practice the same content in various formats. There\u2019s also a button in the top right corner that changes the language. This feature is excellent for individual students who struggle with English, as you can give them the option to play in their native language.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The following image shows a game in action. Students can view the game in full screen and use the volume button to lower the volume or mute the game if earbuds aren\u2019t available.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Click the Community<\/strong> button to view a variety of free ready-to-go activities that don\u2019t count toward your three free resources.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The free plan doesn\u2019t allow you to search the Community in the tool, but you can get around the limitation with a simple Google search. Just type in the topic and wordwall.net as shown below and hit enter.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Google will provide results that you can click to see all of the Community resources on that topic. For example, searching \u201cCells wordwall.net\u201d produced 198 results (all free to use!).  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Now that you have your activity, you\u2019re ready to share it with your students. You can play live and project it on your classroom screen for whole-class participation or send a link for students to complete on their own (in or outside of class).  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Whether you’re a tech-savvy educator or just beginning your digital teaching journey, Wordwall offers an accessible entry point that can grow with your skills and your students’ needs. Start simple, experiment often, and watch as your students’ engagement soar and learning outcomes improve. You can create your own or use Google to browse the vast library of over 30 million pre-made resources. If you find one you like, you can play it, share it, or even edit it to fit your specific needs. By incorporating Wordwall into your teaching, you can save time on lesson planning, boost student engagement, and create a more dynamic and effective learning environment.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Below, you\u2019ll find 20+ ideas for using Wordwall in your lessons in all grade levels. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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