Clickers

= CLICKERS =

Classroom PerformanceSystem tools are generally called clickers by students and teachers alike. These devices allow students to "click" their response to an oral or written question. Teachers can use them for formative or summative assessment or for games and reviews.

**Instruction** This set of videosgives short but effective instructions on how to use Einstruction software and use the clickers. The official Einstruction Website and manual for download. (Online manual) One teacher's instruction sheet, step-by-step

**Teaching Ideas** The Einstruction company gives ideas for how clickers can be used in the classroom. Northeastern University developed a page with clicker information for its staff. You will find both broad ideas and specific classroom examples. Note that they may use a different brand of hardware than we use. Offers both research and tips. This slide show gives an overview of clickers use in the classroom. media type="custom" key="9139186"

General Reading An article that is often cited in clicker studies is this one by Margie Martyn in Educause.