Brisk Teaching Blog

From clever seating arrangement ideas to smart classroom organization tips, creating an effective learning space can feel like a blank canvas or a giant puzzle. But no need to overthink it - these 23 classroom setup ideas will help you make learning smoother and students more engaged.

Need a fresh take on your classroom routines? When students need more than a brain break, try these student engagement strategies to switch things up. No icebreakers or gimmicks - just tested techniques that get middle and high school students participating, thinking critically, and learning effectively.

Staring at a blank doc wondering how to write a unit plan? Don’t worry — you’re not alone, and yes, caffeine counts as a planning tool. Writing a unit plan doesn’t have to be a headache-inducing activity that takes up valuable plan time and takes hours to figure out. Unit planning can be easy once you’ve figured out the formula. Think of it this way: lesson plans are the trees. Unit plans? That’s the forest. And if you're feeling lost in the woods — here’s the map.

Our new Getting Started guide ensures you can set up Brisk in minutes and start using it with confidence.

Brisk’s new NYSITCC approved-vendor status provides New York schools and districts streamlined access to innovative educational technology with enhanced support.

Educators can now plan lessons, give feedback, and personalize learning using Brisk with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, OneDrive, and Edge.

We’ve teamed up with the Ohio Educational Service Center Association (OESCA) to make Brisk even more accessible to educators and schools across the state. Learn more about the partnership.

Visibility into student AI usage isn’t a bonus feature, it’s a non-negotiable. Learn how Brisk gives teachers visibility to stay in tune with student learning and foster clarity, creativity, and growth.

A look back on Brisk's favorite moments at ISTE 2025.

Kick off the school year with 30 activities that build connection, creativity, and belonging. Each one comes with a Brisk prompt to help you plan faster and teach with impact.

In 2025, Brisk has become the go-to choice for teachers who want to get meaningful work done, faster.

Brisk for Microsoft launches August 2025 — here's what you need to know.