Instructions for using Mentimeter to create quiz and games

Mentimeter is a powerful application that enables teachers to engage students actively using their mobile phones or tablets for voting and answering questions in real-time.

How It Works

  1. Create a teacher's question.
  2. Allow students to use their devices to vote or fill out answers.
  3. Show real-time results instantly.

User Manual

Step 1: Create an Account

Register for free at Mentimeter.

Mentimeter registration page

Step 2: Create a New Presentation

Click on “Your presentations” to access the following screen:

Mentimeter presentations screen

Click on “New presentation” to start creating a new presentation and give it a suitable name.

Create new presentation in Mentimeter

Interface Overview

Mentimeter interface

Select Question Type

Mentimeter offers various question types for teachers to choose from:

# Question Type
1 Multiple Choice
2 Image Choice
3 Word Cloud
4 Scales
5 Open Ended
6 100 Points
7 2 by 2 Matrix
8 Who Will Win?
9 Q&A

Select the question type. For example, for “Multiple Choice”, enter the question in the "Your question" box, and provide options in the "Options" box before clicking "Present".

Creating question in Mentimeter

Student Participation

Students can access the quiz by going to www.menti.com or using the Mentimeter app. They will enter the Mentimeter code provided to join the session. Each question will have its own unique code.

Entering Mentimeter code

Students should enter the code on their phones and click “Submit”.

Student submitting answer

They can choose their answer options and click “Submit”.

Choosing answer option in Mentimeter

Real-Time Results

As soon as students submit their responses, results are displayed immediately, eliminating the need for teachers to calculate or compile answers manually. Both students and teachers can see the results live.

Viewing results in Mentimeter

Conclusion

Mentimeter is an excellent tool that revolutionizes classroom engagement by making learning interactive and fun. Wishing you success and great experiences with Mentimeter!

Additional Resources for Teachers

For more classroom management tools, check out the Class Dojo User Manual.

(31) Comments

  1. SamDude08 -

    I feel like Mentimeter can replace traditional methods entirely! I’m hoping to adopt this for my next training session. Fantastic article

  2. Quang vn -

    I really appreciate the visuals included here. They made following the instructions much easier. Mentimeter seems so straightforward now!

  3. Nick Smith -

    Using Mentimeter for remote teams is such a great idea! I can see it benefiting collaboration greatly. Thumbs up for this awesome tutorial

  4. OLivia_W -

    Thanks for the info! I'm a bit old-school and struggle with technology. Your instructions made me feel so much more confident about using Mentimeter!

  5. Emily Carter -

    This is a fantastic guide! I had no idea that creating quizzes with Mentimeter could be this easy. I can't wait to try it out in my classroom. Thank you for sharing

  6. Mark IT -

    Is there a way to integrate Mentimeter with other platforms? Would love to know if it works with Zoom because I want to make my virtual meetings more interactive

  7. Hương Đà Nẵng -

    Very informative! I never thought about making quizzes fun in a corporate setting. Mentimeter is a real gem for trainers!

  8. Olive_Learns -

    Breathtaking way to use tech for quizzes! This just adds another layer to how we can interact with our audiences. Kudos on this post

  9. Lucy Meow -

    Just tried this last night with my friends, and we had a blast! Mentimeter really does make quizzes so much more enjoyable.

  10. Amanda L -

    This is amazing!!! I can’t believe I was missing out on using Mentimeter for interactive presentations. Thanks for opening my eyes

  11. MeganJoy -

    Anyone else having issues with the free version of Mentimeter? I feel like I'm missing out on really cool features! Need a little help figuring it out.

  12. Sandy T -

    What an excellent resource! Your instructions for using Mentimeter to create games is exactly what I needed to jazz up my lesson plans

  13. Linda B -

    Awesome write-up! I’ve shared this with my team. In our next meeting, we’re planning to use Mentimeter. It’ll be a great way to spice things up

  14. Jessy R -

    These step-by-step instructions are gold. I just finished creating my first quiz, and I can't wait to see my students’ reactions

  15. Gina 2023 -

    Has anyone else noticed the lagging issues on Mentimeter during peak hours? I almost lost my chance to get responses during my presentation!

  16. John123 -

    I’ve been using Mentimeter for a while now, and it’s a game changer! The interactive quizzes keep my audience engaged. Highly recommend trying it out

  17. Lisa Nguyen -

    I tried using Mentimeter after reading this article, and my students loved it! The ease of use is unbeatable. Thanks for the helpful instructions

  18. Anna-Maria -

    This guide is a lifesaver! I had been feeling lost on how to engage my team during remote training. Can't wait to put these tips into action

  19. Tina R. -

    Caught me by surprise with how engaging the quizzes can be! I’m thinking of using it for our family game night

  20. Jason Tran -

    Quick question: Can Mentimeter quizzes be shared with others for them to use? I want to collaborate with my peers on quiz creation

  21. Sarah_Lynn -

    Thanks for the tips! I always struggle with making quizzes that are interesting. This post gave me the insight I needed to make my next quiz more fun!

  22. Michael H -

    I just tried creating my first quiz on Mentimeter last night. It took me less than 15 minutes! So user-friendly

  23. Patrick_says -

    It’s great to see that there are options for customizing the themes. Makes the quizzes more personal! Any suggestions on color schemes

  24. Chloe J. -

    Can I customize the quiz results page? I want to make it fit my branding for my business presentation. Any tips would be really appreciated

  25. Phong QA -

    Help!!! Can someone explain how to use the results from Mentimeter sessions effectively? Would love to enhance my teaching methods

  26. Missy K -

    WOW! So many features I hadn't explored! Thanks for breaking everything down. I can’t wait to delve deeper into Mentimeter and create some awesome quizzes

  27. FunnyGuy35 -

    Why did the teacher go to the bank? To get her “quizzes” checked! 😂 Seriously though, Mentimeter looks like a great tool for laughs and learning!

  28. Rita M. -

    Anyone know if there's a template gallery for quizzes? I’d love to start with something premade before trying my own ideas!

  29. Tommy Hayes -

    I love that you highlighted the various question types available in Mentimeter. That definitely makes it easier to create engaging quizzes. Good stuff!

  30. Huyền Lizzie -

    I had no idea that you could use Mentimeter for games too! Such a fun way to learn. I’ll definitely be trying this for my next workshop

  31. Eric K. -

    What a relief! I can't believe how much easier it is to engage a large group with the quiz feature. I’m excited for my next event now

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