The Brisk Extension. Create a Slides Presentation from any website and Engage Students with a Tutor

 

The Brisk Extension: Create a Slides Presentation from Any Website and Engage Students with a Tutor

Engaging students in meaningful ways can sometimes feel like a challenge, but the Brisk teaching extension is here to make life a little easier. This innovative tool offers a quick and efficient way to transform any website into a fully functional presentation, complete with options to personalize the content for your class’s unique needs. Let’s break down how this extension can revolutionize your teaching toolkit.

Transform Websites into Presentations

Imagine you’re teaching about the Revolutionary War. With Brisk, you can take a relevant website and select the “Presentation” option. Here’s how it works:

1. Set Parameters: Choose the grade level (in this example, 9th grade) and the number of slides you need (10 slides were chosen here). You can opt for slides without images if you’re using the free version or upgrade to include images.

2. Pick a Design: Select a theme for your slides. The “Light” theme is a popular free choice, but paid options unlock more customization.

3. Automatic Generation: Watch as Brisk generates your slides. You’ll see them populate in real-time, with the ability to stop and restart the process if needed.

Once the slides are created, you’re prompted to:

• Rate the generated content.

• Translate the presentation into another language.

• Add additional slides.

• Create a quiz or vocabulary list to supplement learning.

Enhance Content with Built-In Tools

One of the standout features is the ability to adjust the level of detail in your presentation. Whether you want a shorter, more concise version or something detailed and thorough, Brisk provides easy sliders to tailor the content to your liking. This flexibility ensures that your presentation meets the needs of your students, no matter their learning style.

Engage Students with Tutor Mode

Brisk goes beyond slide creation by offering a “Tutor” mode to foster interactive learning. Here’s how it works:

1. Create a Tutor Activity: With just a click, the tool generates a tutor activity based on the content of your presentation.

2. Share and Monitor: Share the tutor link directly with students. All student interactions are visible to the teacher, ensuring transparency and accountability.

3. Interactive Chat: Students can engage in a dialogue with the tutor. Any comments they make are monitored, providing a safe and constructive environment for learning.

For example, a student might type a question or even test the system by inputting something like, “This is dumb.” As the teacher, you’ll see all responses in real time, giving you insight into how students are interacting with the material.

Additional Features

Brisk offers advanced features for those who upgrade to the Educator Pro plan, such as enhanced content and broader customization options. However, the free version already packs a punch with its presentation, quiz, and vocabulary tools. Future updates promise even more engaging activities, like assess and reflect modes.

Why Use Brisk?

The Brisk extension simplifies the process of creating engaging, interactive lessons. By transforming websites into presentations and offering tools like tutor mode, it bridges the gap between content delivery and student interaction. Teachers save time while students benefit from a more dynamic and personalized learning experience.

So why not give it a try? If you have questions or want to explore its features further, don’t hesitate to reach out. Teaching just got a whole lot easier—and a lot more fun!