Pear Deck
Interactive presentation tool that integrates with Google Slides
💎Freemium
🌐Web
About
Pear Deck transforms static presentations into interactive learning experiences by embedding questions and activities directly into Google Slides or PowerPoint. It empowers educators with real-time formative assessment and student-paced learning, while boosting student engagement and participation through diverse response options and immediate feedback. This makes lessons more dynamic and personalized for every learner.
How to Use
1. Install the Pear Deck add-on for Google Slides from the Google Workspace Marketplace. 2. Open a Google Slides presentation, then navigate to 'Add-ons' -> 'Pear Deck' -> 'Open Pear Deck Add-on' in the menu bar. 3. Use the Pear Deck sidebar to add interactive questions like multiple-choice, drawing, or text responses to your slides. 4. Start a 'Presenter-Paced' or 'Student-Paced' lesson and share the unique join code or link with your students. 5. Students will go to joinpd.com, enter the code, and participate directly from their own devices.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pear Deck?▾
Pear Deck transforms Google Slides and PowerPoint Online into interactive lessons. Educators can embed questions, drawings, and polls directly into presentations, allowing students to respond in real-time on their devices. This fosters active participation and provides immediate feedback for both teachers and learners.
Is Pear Deck free?▾
Yes, Pear Deck operates on a freemium model. A basic free version offers core interactive features, allowing educators to create engaging presentations. For advanced functionalities like personalized takeaways, premium question types, and enhanced teacher dashboards, a paid "Premium" subscription is required, often available at school or district level.
Who is Pear Deck best for?▾
Pear Deck is ideal for K-12 and higher education educators seeking to boost student engagement during live or asynchronous lessons. It's perfect for formative assessment, checking comprehension, and facilitating interactive discussions, ensuring every student has a voice and participates actively, whether in-person or remote.
How does Pear Deck integrate with existing tools?▾
Pear Deck seamlessly integrates with Google Slides, serving as a powerful add-on to transform standard presentations. It also works with Microsoft PowerPoint Online. Educators can further connect it with learning management systems like Google Classroom, Canvas, and Schoology, simplifying assignment distribution and feedback collection.
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