AI-guided POGIL for the modern classroom

by James Skon, Professor of Mathematics & Computer Science, Kenyon College • Directory profile

POGIL ITS helps instructors run structured, collaborative activities with live group management, rotating roles, and AI-powered coaching — right in the browser.

Secure sessions Group workflow Real-time updates

Everything you need to run collaborative activities

Built for POGIL, designed for clarity, powered by AI.

Smart group setup

Select present students, auto-form balanced groups, and assign roles in one flow. Late joiners slot in smoothly.

One active student at a time

Keep focus by rotating interaction control. Observers see progress live as answers are submitted.

AI-powered guidance

Structured follow-ups, sample responses, and hints — supporting learning without giving answers away.

Live Python blocks

Run code inside activities with Skulpt and editable file blocks — no installs required.

Google Docs parsing

Author activities in Google Docs; the system renders question groups, prompts, and code cells.

Secure & role-based

HTTPS end-to-end with session restoration and role-based access (root / creator / instructor / student).

Why POGIL ITS?

The platform is purpose-built for Process Oriented Guided Inquiry Learning. It streamlines group formation, enforces a single active participant per group, and records responses with structured prompts and AI-assisted follow-ups — all to keep students engaged and instructors in control.

  • Fast setup for in-class activities; late student handling included.
  • Google Docs–based authoring with lightweight markup.
  • Live code cells (Python via Skulpt) and editable “file” blocks.
  • Session-aware security and role-based access.
Launch POGIL ITS

FAQ

Use the “Launch App” button or visit /its. Instructors can register courses and activities there.

Yes. Author with simple markup. The system parses and renders question groups, text prompts, and code cells automatically.

The app runs over HTTPS with session security and role-based access controls. Only authorized users can view or manage course data.