Teachers can use BrainPOP to introduce new topics into the classroom. Students can watch a video as a class and demonstrate understanding by completing ready-made mini assignments like responding to a quiz, making a concept map, putting together an auto-edited movie, or filling out graphic organizers or worksheets.
Individual logins are available for teachers and students, or teachers can share the content with the whole class. Teachers can also print out the materials, or students can submit their work for feedback online as well. Depending on the learning goals, teachers can pick and choose specific topics for students to study, or they can let kids explore and follow their interests for some independent study time.
BrainPOP Educators offers professional development (PD) and training opportunities, lesson ideas, best practices, and other resources to help teachers with integrating BrainPOP into the classroom. BrainPOP offers a separate space for younger students, BrainPOP Jr.; a space for English-language learners, BrainPOP ELL; and BrainPOP Science, with full lessons and interactive investigations. Each of these variations requires a separate account and costs more money.
Editor's note: In the past, Common Sense Education has partnered with BrainPOP. However, Common Sense Education's reviews maintain editorial integrity and independence.
