Darri Stephens, Author at Nearpod Blog

10 Teaching strategies: How to improve students’ reading skills

October 16, 2023 Darri Stephens

What makes a good reader? Learn how to improve reading skills and teach students foundational reading skills using these teaching strategies.

Darri Stephens
Darri Stephens is a dedicated LX (learning experience) designer, passionate about creating quality content and programs for kids, families, and educators. With MAs in Education from both Harvard and Stanford, and work experience at best-in-class ed tech organizations including Wonder Workshop, Nickelodeon, and Common Sense Education, she is steeped in the design thinking process and committed to agile and iterative project management, which has resulted in multi-award-winning programs and products.
Why is digital citizenship important for 21st-century students?

October 10, 2023 Darri Stephens

Why is digital citizenship important? Explore tips and tools for educators and schools to empower students to be responsible digital citizens.

Darri Stephens
Darri Stephens is a dedicated LX (learning experience) designer, passionate about creating quality content and programs for kids, families, and educators. With MAs in Education from both Harvard and Stanford, and work experience at best-in-class ed tech organizations including Wonder Workshop, Nickelodeon, and Common Sense Education, she is steeped in the design thinking process and committed to agile and iterative project management, which has resulted in multi-award-winning programs and products.
27 Engaging books for beginner readers

February 21, 2023 Darri Stephens

Explore the best, most engaging books for beginner readers to teach reading and foundational literacy skills in your classroom.

Darri Stephens
Darri Stephens is a dedicated LX (learning experience) designer, passionate about creating quality content and programs for kids, families, and educators. With MAs in Education from both Harvard and Stanford, and work experience at best-in-class ed tech organizations including Wonder Workshop, Nickelodeon, and Common Sense Education, she is steeped in the design thinking process and committed to agile and iterative project management, which has resulted in multi-award-winning programs and products.
Prioritize teacher self-care: 4 ways to support educators’ wellbeing

August 19, 2022 Darri Stephens

With an increase in teacher burnout, use these tips to focus on prioritizing teacher self-care and your staff’s wellbeing.

Darri Stephens
Darri Stephens is a dedicated LX (learning experience) designer, passionate about creating quality content and programs for kids, families, and educators. With MAs in Education from both Harvard and Stanford, and work experience at best-in-class ed tech organizations including Wonder Workshop, Nickelodeon, and Common Sense Education, she is steeped in the design thinking process and committed to agile and iterative project management, which has resulted in multi-award-winning programs and products.
Actionable steps to address learning loss

April 25, 2022 Darri Stephens

Explore actionable steps you can take to address learning loss with your teachers and staff using tips and resources from Nearpod.

Darri Stephens
Darri Stephens is a dedicated LX (learning experience) designer, passionate about creating quality content and programs for kids, families, and educators. With MAs in Education from both Harvard and Stanford, and work experience at best-in-class ed tech organizations including Wonder Workshop, Nickelodeon, and Common Sense Education, she is steeped in the design thinking process and committed to agile and iterative project management, which has resulted in multi-award-winning programs and products.
Moving Beyond Tech Fatigue in the Classroom

March 11, 2022 Darri Stephens

Teachers and students are particularly at risk these days when it comes to overcoming fatigue, especially tech fatigue. Otherwise known as screen fatigue, digital fatigue, or technostress, tech fatigue can…

Darri Stephens
Darri Stephens is a dedicated LX (learning experience) designer, passionate about creating quality content and programs for kids, families, and educators. With MAs in Education from both Harvard and Stanford, and work experience at best-in-class ed tech organizations including Wonder Workshop, Nickelodeon, and Common Sense Education, she is steeped in the design thinking process and committed to agile and iterative project management, which has resulted in multi-award-winning programs and products.
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Digital Citizenship on the Big Screen: A Conversation with Jack Dylan Grazer & Octavio E. Rodriguez from ‘Ron’s Gone Wrong’

October 22, 2021 Darri Stephens

Another Digital Citizenship Week is in the books! This celebration, which takes place annually every third week in October, is timely considering that classrooms are well underway with routines set.…

Darri Stephens
Darri Stephens is a dedicated LX (learning experience) designer, passionate about creating quality content and programs for kids, families, and educators. With MAs in Education from both Harvard and Stanford, and work experience at best-in-class ed tech organizations including Wonder Workshop, Nickelodeon, and Common Sense Education, she is steeped in the design thinking process and committed to agile and iterative project management, which has resulted in multi-award-winning programs and products.