Learning Technology Guide - DEV
Mentimeter*
interactivelearning object creatorcontent deliverysurveyWhat is it?
Mentimeter is an interactive presentation tool that allows users to engage their audiences in activities in real-time. It can help instructors efficiently get feedback from the entire class.
What is its purpose?
Mentimeter is an easy-to-use platform that enables users to build interactive presentations, collect polls, data and opinions from participants.
How do I use it?
A free account can be created from the sign up page. You can choose to sign up through your Facebook profile, Google account, or with an email address and password that you set.
To build your first Mentimeter presentation, you can check this tutorial that explores the whole Mentimeter process - from creating a presentation to presenting the material.
Why would I use it?
- Mentimeter is a powerful yet easy-to-use interactive presentation platform.
- It enables users to prepare, present and analyze presentations effectively.
- It allows instructors to collect polls, data and opinions from students using smart devices.
- It does not require installing any software or applications, i.e., it is fully web-based and can run on different web browsers.
- Mentimeter offers Mentimote tool that turns a smartphone into a presentation remote.
- It supports various languages, including; English, Spanish, French, German, and Portuguese.
- Mentimeter comes with many other useful features such as different presentation themes, free image/GIF libraries and anonymous responses/interactions.
Usage considerations
The free version is limited to two questions which can hamper interactivity. Additionally, the free version does not have the import options, which means presenters may need to create presentations from scratch. All students/attendees must have access to a computer or mobile device to respond to questions.
Quick Facts
- Category
- Productivity and Organizational Technologies
- Rating Level
- Web Search
- Website
- Mentimeter*
- Last Modified
- 10 November 2021
- Created
- 16 July 2021
- License Available
- No
More Info
- Security Concerns
- Yes
- Technical Support
- Platform(s)
- Web browser
Ratings Information
Security and Privacy
- The service is not offered by Memorial University and has not been reviewed by Information Management and Protection.
Support Information
To get support, users can log in to get in-app message support or contact the support center using this email: hello@mentimeter.com.
The website also comes equipped with a FAQs webpage where users can figure out answers to product-related questions.
Mentimeter Help Center offers many articles that can help you use the technology.
Note: Instructional Support is available through CITL. Please connect with Learning Technology Coaches for assistance ltc_citl@mun.ca or visit the Teaching and Learning Exchange in ED 1001, St. John’s Campus.