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Much educational research shows clickers produce:Better learningMore active, engaged learningMore spirited class discussionAllows anonymous inputMore focus on topics you feel you
need help withStudents like them
How will clickers help you?Credit for participating in classCredit for being prepared for classMore fun with interactive learningBetter understanding of the
materialMore in-depth discussions• More student-Instructor & student-
student interactionBetter grades
How do clickers fit into grades?200 pts. = 4
Exams - 50pts. @
50 pts. = My Virtual Life
50 pts. = Clickers
What class time is …Finding what you need help with
◦After you have listened to the online video
Discussing what you need help with
Preparation for each classListen 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 understandMake decisions on “My Virtual
Life” up to that day
Bring your clickers to class each dayWe 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 classYou want a say in what is covered
in classYou 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!”