Classroom Wheel of Names
Classroom Wheel of Names gives teachers an editable student spinner plus focused tools for reading order, presentations, classroom jobs, participation methods, and prepared groups.
Use the Classroom Wheel of Names
Choose a wheel that matches the lesson intent
Random Student Picker
Select one present and eligible student for a suitable classroom turn.
Reading Order Picker
Create a no-repeat sequence for prepared readers, pairs, or groups.
Presentation Order
Set a visible speaking sequence for individuals or projects.
Classroom Jobs
Rotate age-appropriate helper roles and simple responsibilities.
Participation Wheel
Choose whether learners explain, question, summarize, or give examples.
Group Generator
Select among balanced groups, stations, or prepared team labels.
Use classroom random selection responsibly
Random selection can make routine choices visible, but it does not replace teaching judgment. Remove absent learners, provide thinking time, respect accommodations, and use a pass or alternative response when appropriate. Never use the wheel to shame students, assign punishments, disclose private information, or make safety-critical decisions.
Education resource: UNESCO education resources.
Classroom Wheel of Names FAQs
Can I paste a full class list?
Yes. Use one familiar name or classroom identifier per line and remove absent students first.
How do I prevent repeats?
Enable removal or open the Wheel of Names Without Repeats.
Does the wheel replace teacher judgment?
No. Accessibility, lesson design, safeguarding, and professional judgment remain more important than a random result.
Are names sent to the server?
The spinner logic processes the current list in the browser and does not submit it through the wheel script.