Bell Ringers is a tool that enables teachers to start class with a focused, skill-aligned practice question. Designed for in-class display, Bell Ringers support daily warm-ups, class discussions, and targeted review activities. They are not assignable to students but instead are optimized for classroom presentation using a projector or smart board.
What You’ll See in Bell Ringers
- Skill-Aligned Exercises: Each Bell Ringer targets a single skill, such as Subject-Verb Agreement or Fractions. Exercises are organized by subject (i.e., Math, Reading, etc.) and consist of one multiple-choice question and explanation.
- ACT Standards Alignment — The Content view for educators displays the ACT standard aligned to each Bell Ringer. This column can be added to the data table through the table's column settings. Available for ACT/AOP customers.
- Passages for Some Subjects: For Reading or Science passages, downloadable PDFs are available. These can be printed and distributed for students to view individually.
- Full Screen Display Mode: Designed for projection, the Bell Ringer interface emphasizes clarity and focus, making it easy to guide class discussions.
- Class Filter: Teachers have the option to associate a class with a specific session. This supports usage tracking and allows differentiation between groups.
- Timer Option: A countdown timer can be enabled to create urgency, simulate test conditions, or manage time on tasks.
How to Use Bell Ringers
- From the main navigation bar, select Teacher Tools.
- Select Bell Ringers.
- Choose a subject and skill area.
- Select an exercise to display full-screen.
- Use the Class Filter to log usage by class, if desired.
- Optional: Enable the Timer for time-bound activities.
- Guide students through the question and discuss the written explanation.
- For passage-based exercises, you have the option to download the linked PDF for student access.
Summary
The Bell Ringers tool enables teachers to start class with meaningful, test-aligned content that reinforces core skills. With simple setup and flexible classroom uses, it supports student engagement, skill reinforcement, and instructional consistency.
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