PlayPosit, an interactive video lesson creator
Quiz/exercise makers
Description: PlayPosit is an interactive video platform for creating and sharing interactive video lessons. Teachers can add various interactive elements such as questions, discussions, and additional content to existing videos in order to engage learners. These videos can be created or retrieved from outside sources. Playposit also provides an online library with pre-designed free lessons organised by area and subject. It offers a limited free version and requires sign up for use. PlayPosit was founded by Benjamin Levy, Susan Germer JD, and Swaroop Raju.
Evaluation: Playposit is a valuable resource for educators to make their classes more engaging. Its interface is straightforward and intuitive and allows teachers to easily access student progress statistics regarding lesson questions. It is also worth browsing the library to discover what other teachers have created for their lessons. Average IT skills required.
Cost: Free with registration + premium plan
Usability and tech notes ▼
Time efficiency Time needed to learn how to use a tool and its time-saving potential: Medium, high if using existing lessons featured on PlayPosit.
Interface language(s) The number of languages in which the tool is currently available/adaptable to: English.
Respect for privacy What data does the tool collect and why? What security measures are there? GDPR compliant? : Medium. Playposit collects personal information such as names, email addresses, IP addresses and more for different purposes, among which marketing. However, it does not sell user information to third parties. Playposits maintains the security and integrity of personal information through secure server storage and firewalls. It acknowledges users’ right to access, modify or delete data. Playposit states compliance with the GDPR. See more here.
Saving work for future use Can work be saved for future use?: Yes, login required.