Widgets
More classroom tools
The More classroom tools widget brings together handy utilities like a reading speed checker, grade calculator and other practical tools you can use right on your classroom screen. These tools help you manage and support classroom activities, giving you quick access to features that make your day smoother.
Teachers use these tools for everything from tracking reading fluency to calculating grades on the fly. With everything in one place, you can keep lessons moving and give students instant feedback or guidance, whether you’re working with the whole class or supporting individual students.
Ways teachers use it
- Check a student’s reading speed during literacy centers.
- Quickly calculate and display grades after a quiz or test.
- Use the reading speed tool in small groups for fluency monitoring.
- Let students check their own progress or understanding using the tools as self-assessment stations.
- Display the grade calculator during parent-teacher conferences for on-the-spot explanations.
How to set it up
- 1Sign in to your Edform teacher account.
- 2Open or create a new classroom screen.
- 3Click 'Add widget' and select 'More classroom tools' from the list.
- 4Pick the tool you want (like reading speed or grade calculator).
- 5Adjust any settings, such as reading passage or grading scale, to fit your lesson.
Tips
- Set up the reading speed tool with a short passage before class for quick fluency checks.
- Use the grade calculator during grading discussions so students see how their scores add up.
- Combine several tools on one screen set for stations or group activities.
- Share the classroom screen with students for self-check activities and quick formative assessment.
Questions teachers ask
Can I customize the reading passage for the reading speed tool?
Yes, you can paste in your own text or choose from provided samples to fit your class needs.
Is the grade calculator suitable for all grade levels?
You can adjust the grading scale and input types, so it works for elementary through high school.
Do students need accounts to use these tools?
No, students interact via the classroom screen or by scanning a QR code with their devices.
Can I use multiple tools at the same time?
Yes, you can add several tools to one screen or create a set of screens for different activities.