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Random name picker

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A fair way to call on students

This random name picker spins a wheel of your class list and lands on one student. Paste your names once, spin as often as you like, and show it on the projector so the whole room sees the pick is fair. It is free, needs no account, and keeps your list in this browser only.

How it works

How to use the random name picker

  1. 1
    Add your classType or paste names, one per line. Your list stays in this browser for next time.
  2. 2
    Spin the wheelPress Spin or click the wheel. It slows down and lands on one name.
  3. 3
    Keep it fairTurn on Remove picked names so nobody is called twice until everyone has had a turn.
In the classroom

Ways teachers use a name wheel

A random picker takes the decision out of your hands, which is exactly why students accept it. Here is where it helps most.

Cold calling, without the guessworkStudents stay ready when anyone could be next, and nobody feels singled out by the teacher.
Picking presenters and reading orderSettle who goes first in seconds, in front of the whole class, so the order feels fair.
Classroom jobs and helpersSpin for line leader, board cleaner or this week's note taker.
Review games and quick quizzesPick who answers the next question, or put topics on the wheel instead of names.
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is the random name picker free?+

Yes. It is free to use with no account and no limit on names or spins.

Are the picks truly random?+

Each spin uses your browser's cryptographic random number generator, so every name on the wheel has an equal chance.

How do I stop the same student being picked twice?+

Turn on "Remove picked names". Each name leaves the wheel once it is chosen, so everyone gets a turn before anyone repeats.

Is my class list saved or uploaded?+

Your list is stored only in this browser so it is there next time. Nothing is sent to our servers.

Can I show the wheel on a projector or smartboard?+

Yes. Press Full screen and the wheel fills the display, ready for the whole room to watch.

How many names can I add?+

Up to 200. The wheel reads best with 40 names or fewer, so split big lists into groups.