In this video, I’m breaking down my favorite “secret sauce” for making Outschool classes feel truly interactive (without adding a ton of prep): pairing Google Slides with Nearpod. If you’ve ever felt like your slides are basically a one-way presentation, I show you how to turn them into an experience where students click, choose, respond, and play—whether you’re teaching live or building a self-paced class. I walk through the kinds of activities that keep learners engaged and help you earn those glowing reviews: games, choice boards, and interactive checks for understanding that don’t derail your pacing. My big takeaway is that interactivity isn’t about cramming in more stuff—it’s about designing moments where students do something every few minutes. When you build your lesson flow with simple, repeatable game structures and Nearpod’s interactive features, your classes feel more like a “can’t-miss” event and less like another online lecture.