A web-based interactive presentation and audience-engagement tool
What is Mentimeter?
Mentimeter is a web-based interactive presentation tool that lets teachers engage learners in real time through polls, quizzes, word clouds and Q&A activities. Learners join with a code on their phone, tablet or computer, without creating an account. It transforms traditional frontal teaching into a highly participatory experience, with everyone responding instantly and collective results visualised on screen. Educators can use it to check understanding, gather opinions, stimulate discussion or collect feedback during or after lessons. Accessible via any web browser, it suits both in-person and online teaching.
How does it relate to inclusive and learner-centred teaching?
Mentimeter directly supports inclusive, learner-centred teaching by giving every learner a voice — including those less confident about expressing opinions or needs. Anonymous responses help create a safe environment where learners participate without fear of judgement. It offers an intuitive, accessible route for active participation through polls, quizzes and open questions, with live feedback and engaging visuals that hold attention. This enables a shift from teacher-centred delivery to interactive, learner-centred education.
＋ Strengths
- Anonymity. No account is required and anonymous responses are possible, lowering the barrier to participation for learners less confident speaking in public.
- Low barrier to entry. Learners need no account, and the design is intuitive and easy to use.
- Flexible across contexts. Works for quick comprehension checks, reflection, feedback or discussion, online and face-to-face, with question types to match different learner needs and lesson stages.
－ Considerations
- Cost. A functional free version exists, but features such as co-creation, exporting results and unlimited participants require a paid monthly licence.
- Access. It needs a device and an internet connection, which may exclude some learners or be unsuitable where device use is restricted.
- Preparation time. Educators need time to learn the design features and prepare materials, which can lengthen lesson planning.