Nearpod is the 'good' kind of school screen time. It’s not a passive video or a mindless drill; it’s an interactive bridge between a teacher and a student. It effectively kills the 'back of the classroom' effect where kids can hide or tune out during a lecture.

While it’s still schoolwork on a screen, its high privacy standards and emphasis on active participation make it a massive upgrade over the static worksheets of the past. If your school uses it, they’re likely trying to move away from passive learning.