Why do we use clickers?

Much educational research shows clickers produce: Better learning More active, engaged learning More spirited class discussion Allows anonymous input More focus on topics you feel you need help with Students like them

How will clickers help you? Credit for participating in class Credit for being prepared for class More fun with interactive learning Better understanding of the material More in-depth discussions More student-Instructor & student- student interaction Better grades

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How do clickers fit into grades? 200 pts. = 4 Exams - 50 pts. = My Virtual Life 50 pts. = Clickers

What this class time is not… Listening to lectures ◦ This is done before the class

What class time is … Finding what you need help with ◦ After you have listened to the online video Discussing what you need help with

What class time is … Applying the concepts:

What class time is … Some critical thinking questions

What class time is … Discussing “My Virtual Life” ◦ Critical thinking

Preparation for each class Listen to the video for today’s chapter before attending class. ◦ If you don’t you will not know what you need help with. ◦ Make a list of the 1 or 2 topics you do not understand Make decisions on “My Virtual Life” up to that day

Bring your clickers to class each day We need them to: ◦ See what you need help with ◦ Participation points No working clicker = no points ◦ The Syllabus quiz = 10 extra credit points  Makes up for missed clickers, unable to attend etc.

This class is for you if … You want active learning in class You want a say in what is covered in class You want a class based on ◦ Student-student discussion ◦ Student-instructor discussion ◦ Critical thinking questions ◦ Credit for participating ◦ Credit for answering questions based on videos

This course is not for you if … You just want to come to class ◦ Be passive ◦ Be lectured to ◦ Not bother with clicker participation ◦ Not bother discussing Real student quote: “I expected you to teach me, I didn’t expect to have to learn!”

Welcome to the class!! We will have fun!!