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Random Name Picker for Teachers

Fair, engaging student selector for classrooms, group activities, and smartboards.

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The Fair & Engaging Classroom Name Picker for Teachers

Selecting students fairly during class discussions, reading rounds, and presentations can be challenging. The Random Name Picker for Teachers turns everyday classroom calling into an exciting, gamified experience that students look forward to while ensuring every child gets an equal opportunity to participate.

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Frequently Asked Questions for Teachers

How do I quickly paste my class roster?

Click the Paste Roster (Bulk) button under Students, paste your list of student names (one per line) directly from your grading spreadsheet or class list, and click Apply Changes.

Can I avoid picking the same student twice?

Yes. Simply check the "Remove student after turn" checkbox in the Wheel Settings panel. Each chosen student is automatically removed upon winning.

Can I project the wheel onto a Smartboard?

Yes! Click the Presentation Mode button (โ›ถ) at the top of the wheel. All settings panels and sidebars are hidden, leaving only the large wheel centered for your projector or interactive whiteboard.

Is my class roster saved or shared online?

No. All student lists and configurations run entirely locally in your web browser memory. No student data or names are ever uploaded to an external server.

App Installation

Install Spin the Wheel

Install this free app to make decisions offline, in full-screen, directly from your desktop or phone home screen.

Browser Instructions:
  • Desktop Chrome / Edge: Click the Install icon (๐Ÿ’ป or โž•) in the right of your browser address bar.
  • Android (Chrome): Tap the three dots (โ‹ฎ) at top right and choose "Install app".
  • iPhone / iPad (Safari): Tap the Share button (โฌ†), scroll down and tap "Add to Home Screen".

Chosen Student

Name

Selected fairly for this round.

Class Roster

Paste Student Names

Paste one student name per line. This will replace the current wheel list.

Selected Student!

Student Name

The wheel selected Student Name.