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In an age where digital tools are reshaping education, one teacher’s journey stands out. Marc Bennie, an educator from Cape Town, has harnessed the power of technology to transform his classroom into a dynamic learning environment. Read on to see how the right blend of innovation and traditional teaching can empower students to overcome challenges and truly thrive.
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Marc Bennie’s teaching journey spans more than 27 years—a career committed to nurturing young minds. Now in his mid-50s, Marc has witnessed the evolution of education from chalkboard to interactive screens.
Teaching at a small independent school in Greenpoint, Cape Town, he covers everything from coding and robotics for the youngest learners to English for the older students. His years of teaching are punctuated by memorable moments, including coaching a small surfing team to a major inter-school victory. That win wasn’t just about sport—it was about showing his students that the right motivation and support can defy all odds.
Marc’s first encounter with Quizizz dates back to 2019, during a professional development (PD) course focused on integrating technology in the classroom. At a time when digital resources were just beginning to redefine education, Quizizz offered him a glimpse into the future of interactive learning.
“I’d never heard of Quizizz before,” he recalls. “But once I tried it, I realized it was the perfect tool to reinforce classroom concepts and boost student engagement.” In Marc’s eyes, the platform’s ease of use, engaging gamification, and ready-made library of quizzes made it a winning choice.
Marc shares that Quizizz did not just add a new tool to his arsenal—it transformed the way he taught. Embracing technology as the ‘industrial revolution’ of education, he integrated Quizizz into his everyday lessons.
With a 10/10 rating in simplicity, Marc found Quizizz to be far more intuitive than other educational software he’d tried.
The educator observed that features like top achiever awards, and real-time feedback helped his students feel recognized and motivated.
Whether it’s reinforcing a literature chapter or sparking a conversation about world soccer legends on a rainy winter’s day, Quizizz has become a reliable element of his teaching style.
Marc recalls a powerful example of the impact Quizizz had on literature comprehension. In a traditional classroom discussion, some of his learners found it challenging to grasp the essence of a complex chapter. However, after engaging in a Quizizz activity, they began to see the story from fresh perspectives.
The spaced repetition of questions and the interactive format allowed Marc’s students to absorb key themes and ideas, turning confusion into clarity. This isn’t just a win for academic understanding; it’s a celebration of how gamified learning can build lasting confidence.
Marc’s advice to teachers new to Quizizz is as simple as it is effective: “Start with a quiz for your mom!”
Marc’s journey also strongly endorses continuous professional development. Through PD, he not only discovered tools like Quizizz but also embraced a broader digital transformation in his teaching. For Marc, ongoing learning isn’t just about staying current—it’s about ensuring every child has the opportunity to succeed in a digitally empowered world.
Marc’s journey, from a seasoned teacher embracing early innovations to a modern educator using EdTech tools to their fullest potential, acts as a lighthouse for educators everywhere. In Marc’s classroom, learning goes beyond absorbing information; it’s about celebrating every achievement and believing that all students can succeed.
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