Introduction:
Poll Everywhere is a web-based application that allows students to respond to multiple-choice and open-ended questions using their mobile devices in the classroom. Faculty members can quickly create quizzes and polls for use in large lectures, enabling immediate feedback for all students and engaging them through various interactive activities during the session.
This tool offers a seamless interactive experience that enhances student engagement and participation. The workshop aims to introduce participants to the Poll Everywhere platform, showcasing its wide range of interactive features designed to enrich the educational process. These include live polls, quizzes, and open-ended discussions that can be used during presentations, meetings, or in-class sessions to facilitate dialogue and encourage active student involvement.
Workshop Topics:
Introduction to the Poll Everywhere application
Exploring the different tools and activity types within the application
Hands-on application: Practical use of Poll Everywhere in educational settings
Lecturer:
Asst. Prof. Dr. Ola Mohamed Mahmoud Mohamed Ahmed
Assistant Professor, Design Department, Oman College of Management and Technology, Sultanate of Oman
About the Lecturer:
Dr. Ola Mohamed is an Assistant Professor in the Design Department at Oman College of Management and Technology. She earned her Ph.D. in Philosophy of Fine Arts from Alexandria University in 2017, with a specialization in Interior Design.
Dr. Ola brings over 15 years of experience in teaching and academic research. She has published several peer-reviewed studies and has played a key role in organizing and managing numerous academic conferences and workshops across the Arab world. She actively serves on various academic and advisory committees in her field.
Renowned for her passion for research and education, Dr. Ola is dedicated to integrating modern technology into the learning process to enhance the student experience. She is also deeply committed to community service and educational outreach.
