iClicker

Student Response Systems, or “clickers,” as they are referred to at RIT, can be used for in-class formative or summative assessments and polling. Instructors can gauge the level of understanding from a large audience within seconds. The instructor creates question slides within a normal PowerPoint presentation, on a web page, with myCourses, or just asks the question out loud to the class. Instructors must configure which devices students are allowed to use for responding to questions (app on their mobile device or laptop, or a physical wireless remote). Students must purchase a subscription to the app or the physical remote. Once everyone has responded, the results can be displayed back to students live. Grades can be transferred to the myCourses gradebook. Students can view questions and answers after class as study aids.

• Actively engage students during the entire class period, through survey, pretest, practice, or review questions. This encourages students to come to class prepared.
  • Gauge the level of understanding of the material being presented. Then clarify misconceptions before proceeding to the next topic.
  • Collect opinions of a topic as a means to facilitate full class discussion.
  • Have students reply to an applied problem based on the material being covered. Provide live feedback on correct and incorrect answers, and why.
  • Have students reflect on their learning for the class period and identify what they are still struggling with.
• Track responses of an individual student for grading, attendance, and immediate assessment.
• Collect data for research or formative/summative evaluations.

For instructors, primarily a browser-based tool with lightweight app for facilitating activities. There is no cost for instructors.

• iClicker login for Instructors

For students, primarily a browser-based tool with options to participate using a physical remote or mobile app (depending on instructor preference). There is a cost for students.

• iClicker login for Students

To start learning about iClicker, review the following curated resources:

Additional resources are available from the vendor’s support website.

Limited RIT-specific resources are available in the CTL knowledge base.

1. Access the CTL Knowledge Base and log in with your RIT account.
2. Use the search box at the top of the page to find resources by keywords.
3. Use the Categories in the left side navigation to find resources by topic area.

For issues using iClicker in myCourses, contact the Center for Teaching and Learning.

To discuss strategies for using iClicker in your course, request a consultation.