iClicker

iClicker is a student engagement and assessment tool that is integrated in Canvas. iClicker grades are pushed to Canvas with a push of a button.

How can I use iClicker in teaching?

• Gauging student understanding of course material via quizzing and anonymous polling
• Assessing student preparation
• Increasing student engagement
• Creating instant study guides for your students based on questions posed during class
• Delivering low-stakes quizzes
• Taking attendance

What is unique about iClicker?

• iClicker's flexibility allows for polling questions, quizzes and learning activities to be set up on the fly.
• Polling questions are not entered in the iClicker system. Instructors can use existing questions without inputting them into iClicker.
• Students can review every polling question as a study guide. You can also choose to provide students with the correct answers and control when students receive the study guide.
• iClicker's easy setup means you have more time for teaching.
• Instructors can take attendance more easily by asking students to check in using the app. No more attendance codes that can be easily shared via text.

Technical requirements

Students need a smart phone, tablet or laptop device to use iClicker in class. Instructors need to have the updated iClicker Cloud software on their computer.