Blog Post #6: Using Pear Deck to Make Learning More Interactive

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    For a deeper look into how Pear Deck can make the classroom a more interactive environment for students, watch my video below as I give a tour of Pear Deck and walk through all of its features.



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  1. Renee ZubJuly 27, 2025 at 10:58 AM

    Hannah,
    What ages do you use this for? I love the flashcard feature! Also you may have said this and I might have missed it but can you use slides that are already created and import them to this site? I have phonics slides that are already created for me through the curriculum that we have to use but can modify to make them our own. I was thinking this would be a great way to make them more interactive. Is this something that can be done? Thank you so much for sharing! I am looking forward to checking this site out.

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  2. BethJuly 27, 2025 at 1:17 PM

    Hey, Hannah! Thank you for sharing this video. I started using Pear Deck in my classroom last year, or at least I tried to. I never had time to really sit down and look at everything it has to offer. This walkthrough was extremely helpful. Like Renee, I also love the flashcard feature! I can't wait to implement this in my classroom this upcoming year. I think it will definitely make my students more engaged!

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  3. Madison FrankJuly 27, 2025 at 3:42 PM

    Hi, Hannah! I’ve experimented with PearDeck in my 6th grade classroom a few times, but I’ve never felt completely confident using it consistently. Your video was super helpful—it gave me a clearer picture of how to structure a lesson and keep students engaged with the interactive features. I love how PearDeck gives every student a voice, even those who may not speak up in class. I’m hoping to incorporate it more this year and build my confidence with it. Thanks for sharing!
    Madison Frank

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