Nearpod vs. Schoology Learning

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
Nearpod
Score 7.9 out of 10
N/A
Nearpod is an education-focused learning management software solution offered by Nearpod.
$159
per year
Schoology Learning
Score 9.1 out of 10
N/A
Schoology aims to combine as many parts of the learning process as possible into a single platform for K-12 students. By doing this they aim to simplify the learning experience for students, parents, and teachers.N/A
Pricing
NearpodSchoology Learning
Editions & Modules
Gold
$159
per year
Platinum
$397
per year
Silver
Free
Premium Plus
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per year
Schoology Basic
Free
Schoology Enterprise
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Offerings
Pricing Offerings
NearpodSchoology Learning
Free Trial
NoNo
Free/Freemium Version
YesYes
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoNo
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
Additional DetailsNearpod has a free version for all teachers. There are paid options for individual teachers, as well as schools and districts, for increased features and access.Reach out to the vendor for pricing options based on your needs.
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Community Pulse
NearpodSchoology Learning
Considered Both Products
Nearpod

No answer on this topic

Schoology Learning
Chose Schoology Learning
I chose Schoology for the ease of use from the administration/back end to the users.
Chose Schoology Learning
We looked at several program and we liked Schoology the best. I have used Blackboard as a college instructor, so I didn't feel that it was appropriate for the K-12 platform. I also felt that Canvas was Blackboard like, so we didn't pick it either. Schoology reminds me of a …
Chose Schoology Learning
Schoology is definitely top shelf, head and shoulders above the rest!
Chose Schoology Learning
Schoology is a robust LMS with built in analytics, assessment tools, organizational options and usability that is unmatched by other platforms on the market. While other LMS platform focus solely on their own product, Schoology allows for the integration of different web 2.0 …
Chose Schoology Learning
Other LMS that we reviewed did not have the same functionality. Many times they were not as intuitive, or took many more steps to complete tasks. Also the cost was better when you factored in what you got and who could use it. Many LMS would not work well with younger …
Chose Schoology Learning
Schoology is simply a more robust option that either Edmodo, Google Classroom or Canvas without the headaches of a large learning curve.
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Features
NearpodSchoology Learning
Learning Management
Comparison of Learning Management features of Product A and Product B
Nearpod
-
Ratings
Schoology Learning
7.4
40 Ratings
10% below category average
Course authoring00 Ratings7.738 Ratings
Course catalog or library00 Ratings8.327 Ratings
Player/Portal00 Ratings7.929 Ratings
Learning content00 Ratings9.233 Ratings
Mobile friendly00 Ratings6.738 Ratings
Progress tracking & certifications00 Ratings7.334 Ratings
Assignments00 Ratings6.940 Ratings
Compliance management00 Ratings6.823 Ratings
Learning administration00 Ratings7.933 Ratings
Learning reporting & analytics00 Ratings6.037 Ratings
Social learning00 Ratings6.235 Ratings
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User Ratings
NearpodSchoology Learning
Likelihood to Recommend
10.0
(6 ratings)
6.9
(113 ratings)
Likelihood to Renew
9.0
(1 ratings)
4.5
(6 ratings)
Usability
9.0
(1 ratings)
4.6
(9 ratings)
Availability
-
(0 ratings)
7.3
(1 ratings)
Performance
-
(0 ratings)
6.4
(1 ratings)
Support Rating
10.0
(1 ratings)
1.0
(9 ratings)
Online Training
-
(0 ratings)
4.5
(1 ratings)
Product Scalability
-
(0 ratings)
3.6
(1 ratings)
Vendor post-sale
-
(0 ratings)
7.3
(1 ratings)
Vendor pre-sale
-
(0 ratings)
7.3
(1 ratings)
User Testimonials
NearpodSchoology Learning
Likelihood to Recommend
Nearpod
Nearpod works great in any classroom, but the presentation must be projected or each student must have access to a internet connected device.
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PowerSchool Group LLC
Schoology does the job well enough, but there are enough areas of contention that make advanced use of the system unwieldy. District staff does not have easy reporting ability to determine adoption and use of the platform without having to export to another program for analysis. The reliability of the system is a huge pain point as we need to deliver the curriculum but cannot count on it being available when we need to use it.
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Pros
Nearpod
  • Provide timely and individualized feedback.
  • Allow for the teacher to check for understanding, for the entire class, in one view.
  • Present an array of different interactive lesson items, at the fingertips of every student.
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PowerSchool Group LLC
  • Assessments - Much more interactive and have more grading options than Google Forms
  • Auto-rostering - We are able to use Infinite Campus to automatically roster classes and there are no extra steps
  • Family/Guardian access - Schoology allows families to have a sign in and see student grades & work.
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Cons
Nearpod
  • I would love Nearpod to have more free activities.
  • I would love Nearpod to be free for educators.
  • I would love if teachers could assign homework on Nearpod.
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PowerSchool Group LLC
  • While this product constantly seeks to make improvements, certain features need tweaking. As educators enroll in various courses, these course tend to accumulate. If the educator is not an administrator of the course, it is next to impossible to get out.
  • Switching from one course/group to another course/group takes several steps. Not always easy to find the course/group needed.
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Likelihood to Renew
Nearpod
Goal is to continue our subscription for the 2019-2020 school year
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PowerSchool Group LLC
While we have taken time to re-evaluate our selected 1:1 devices, Schoology's impact on student learning is unquestioned. Students are able to connect with other learners, create and share products of their learning, and develop their digital fluency through their use of Schoology.
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Usability
Nearpod
Web-based or using the app, Nearpod is easy to use
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PowerSchool Group LLC
It's very easy to use Schoology. As with any LMS, it helps to learn some tips and tricks prior to getting started. But, each item is clearly indicated within the platform. If I want to add materials, it is right at the top of my screen. If I want to view the calendar, it is indicated to the right of my screen. Navigating a course and the platform is quite straightforward. Additionally, the benefit of Schoology's help center and user community makes asking and answering questions quick and easy.
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Reliability and Availability
Nearpod
No answers on this topic
PowerSchool Group LLC
Generally good, but issue self-reporting has become a problem. When there are issues, it can be 20 minutes to an hour before it gets noted on the status page
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Performance
Nearpod
No answers on this topic
PowerSchool Group LLC
Course saves or transfers can take several minutes and up to an hour
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Support Rating
Nearpod
The support staff for Nearpod is top-notch. I have not had technical issues, but I did have a concern about my bill and they reached out to me nearly immediately to address the problem. I was very satisfied with how they handled the interaction from beginning to end. They did a great job.
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PowerSchool Group LLC
We have county-level support and district-level support, but their HELP page offers everything that is needed to answer questions and to find "how-to" information for staff. This includes video and written directions for every available feature. Schoology has also worked with our district to improve their product.
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In-Person Training
Nearpod
No answers on this topic
PowerSchool Group LLC
Too surface level with no follow-up. A
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Online Training
Nearpod
No answers on this topic
PowerSchool Group LLC
Sit and get with very little hands-on time. 5 minutes to try out a feature/question type, etc. is not enough time. Once your training is done, there is no option for new employees to get that training without having to rebook and pay for the training again. If you pay for basic training, that should be available to a district to use in the future.
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Alternatives Considered
Nearpod
The custom, integrated, online content, along with school libraries, makes this product superior to PearDeck. Nearpod exceeds PowerPoint because of the ease of use, the student paced lessons, and the ability to embed CFUs.
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PowerSchool Group LLC
I have taught using both Edmodo and Google Classroom. While both were easier than Schoology was to get in the beginning, Schoology is infinitely more powerful than either of them was. I can do so much more, and differentiate so much easier using Schoology than I could with either of my previous LMSs.
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Scalability
Nearpod
No answers on this topic
PowerSchool Group LLC
We use it 5-12 so scalability is not an issue but sharing materials between departments including common assessments is difficult without paying for add-on features
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Return on Investment
Nearpod
  • The impact is awesome. It gives students a digital option other than PowerPoint for presentations.
  • The feedback tool allows you to follow students in realtime.
  • The shallow learning curve made it easy encourage other faculty to try it.
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PowerSchool Group LLC
  • Using Schoology to build a foundation for a blended learning model has helped increase my students ABC rate between 15-20% in all classes!
  • Using Schoology is forcing my students to become responsible for their own learning!
  • The only negative thing I have encountered is the students resistance to change!
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ScreenShots

Schoology Learning Screenshots

Screenshot of Example of Schoology’s course dashboard.