Classroom Tips

10 Digital Tools Every Modern English Teacher Should Know

The digital revolution has transformed English language teaching, offering tools that save preparation time, provide instant feedback, and create engaging learning experiences.

Below are 10 digital tools consistently rated by teachers as the most effective for modern English classrooms.

1. Interactive Presentation & Engagement Tools

🎯 Mentimeter

Freemium

Interactive polls, quizzes, and word clouds that turn passive lessons into active participation.

Best for: Student engagement and quick comprehension checks

  • Live polls and quizzes
  • Anonymous responses
  • Word clouds
  • Q&A voting

🎲 Nearpod

Freemium

A complete lesson delivery system with presentations, assessments, and interactive activities.

Best for: Blended and flipped classrooms

  • Teacher-paced and student-paced lessons
  • Built-in reports
  • VR field trips
  • Interactive tasks

2. Gamification & Student Engagement

🎮 Kahoot!

Freemium

Game-based quizzes that make reviews competitive and fun.

Best for: Vocabulary and grammar practice

  • Leaderboards
  • Team mode
  • Instant feedback

Decision Framework

Three Questions to Ask Before Using a Tool

  1. Does it solve a real teaching problem?
  2. Is it easy for students to use?
  3. Does it integrate with your workflow?

Implementation Tip

Pro tip: Master one tool before adding another. Depth beats quantity.