Simple Timer
Posted by admin | Posted in Character Education, Fun & Games, Interactive Whiteboard, Middle/High School, Primary Elementary, Secondary Elementary, Teacher Resources, Websites, inspiration, web tools | Posted on 02-11-2009
Tags: countdown, Interactive Whiteboard, simple timer, timer
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What it is: Simple Timer is just what you would expect based on the name, a simple timer (imagine that). The timer can be projected or used with an interactive whiteboard during classroom activities or work time. There is a timer and a count down feature. To time an even just click the ’start’ button, you can pause and restart the timer at any time. To set a countdown timer, just set the time you would like the timer to countdown from and click the start button.
How to integrate Simple Timer into the classroom: Simple Timer can be used in a variety of ways. I like using timers with my students as a motivator. For example, “Let’s see how quickly and quietly we can put everything away and line up.” Each time you line up you can try to beat the previous time. I add 10 seconds if someone is talking. This is also a great way to make tasks manageable for students who struggle with focus. If they can see a visual of how much time is left with one activity it is much easier for them to continue through to the next activity.
Tips: If you have a student who has trouble staying on task, put them next to a classroom computer with their own timer or countdown clock. This way you can set it for shorter intervals for that student. Each time they have made it to the count down they can stand up and stretch before beginning the next activity.
Leave a comment and tell us how you are using Simple Timer in your classroom.
Nice tool. I use online stopwatch. (http://www.online-stopwatch.com/) Similar tool if you need or want something else in this vein.