How to Use the Random Name Picker Widget

Step-by-Step Setup

1. 1 Add the Name Picker widget to your workspace from the bottom toolbar.
2. 2 Click the settings gear to access the name list text field.
3. 3 Type or paste your student roster — enter one name per line.
4. 4 Turn on 'Remove after selection' if you want to avoid repeating names.
5. 5 Click Pick. Watch the names cycle rapidly before stopping on a selected student.

Pro Strategies for Classroom Success

• Equitable Sharing Project the picker on the board during Q&A so students trust that cold-calling is completely fair.
• Role Allocations Use the picker to assign weekly classroom jobs like line leader, lights monitor, and helpers.
• Debate Pairings Spin twice to match random students for group debates or peer-editing activities.