Clickers in the Classroom
Ever had one of those days? Not able to connect with your students? Trouble motivating your students? Did they understand a single word of your lecture?
If I could only read their minds…
What are clickers? Clickers are remote type devices used by students to provide information and feedback during class sessions.
Benefits of using clickers Actively engages students Immediate access to student responses Allows students to respond anonymously Provides instructor with valuable student data
How can clickers be used? Check attendance Monitor student comprehension Administer quizzes Review for tests Collect homework assignments Allow students to collaborate
Clickers in action Video Link
What do I need to get started? Instructor Starter Kit Includes the PRS software and USB receiver
Student clicker options Virtual Clicker PRS RF Clicker Cricket Clicker
What do other educators think? Articles discussing clicker technology http://lifescied.org/cgi/content/full/6/1/29 http://www.wired.com/science/discoveries/news/2005/07/68086 http://www.news.wisc.edu/11142 http://connect.educause.edu/library/abstract/ClickersintheClassro/40032
How can I learn more? Contact the Advanced Learning Center at alcsupport@memphis.edu Visit the Interwrite Learning website at www.interwritelearning.com
References Images obtained from: www.google.images.com www.interwritelearning.com http://learningforlife.fsu.edu/ctl/explore/bestPractices/prs.cfm Sound effect obtained from: www.partnersinrhyme.com Video clip obtained from: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DaQRHzB-Qwc