Use a classroom random picker to choose students fairly for questions, cold-calling, tasks, or team selections. Paste names one per line, spin, and display the winner on the board with fullscreen.
Pick a random student name (fast + fair)
- Paste student names (one per line) and press Spin.
- Use Fullscreen or Wall mode to show it on the board/projector.
- Optional Weighted mode if you want different odds (e.g.
Sam | 2). - Copy share link to reuse the same class list on another device.
- No sign-up — runs in your browser.
Aisha
Ben
Chloe
Daniel
Eli
Fatima
Weighted example:
Ben | 2 (more likely)
Tip: For privacy, use first names only (or initials) when sharing the screen.
Classroom Random Picker FAQ
How do I use a classroom random picker?
Paste your student names (one per line) into the wheel, then press Spin to pick a random student. Use fullscreen for the board.
Can I make some students more likely to be picked?
Yes. Enable Weighted mode and set a weight like Alex | 2. Bigger weights create larger slices and increase odds.
Can I share the class list with another teacher?
Yes. Use Copy share link in the wheel tool to send the same setup (names + settings) to another device or teacher.
Does this tool store student names online?
No. The wheel runs in your browser. Names and settings stay on your device unless you choose to share a link.