This summer, I learned about Plickers from Kelly Rexine at an EduTech training, and I couldn't wait to give it a try! Plickers are paper clickers, get it? :) Plickers = Paper + Clickers. They are a cheap and effective student response system. You just need the printed cards (free!) and the Plickers app on a teacher's device (also free!).
The cards are numbered, so you can track students' responses. Students answer multiple choice questions by holding their card up with the appropriate response (A, B, C, D) on the top of their card. Like this:
The cards are numbered, so you can track students' responses. Students answer multiple choice questions by holding their card up with the appropriate response (A, B, C, D) on the top of their card. Like this:
Then, the teacher scans the room with their device to record their responses and the app shows you the data in tables and graphs.
So far, I've used this tool very informally. We've been discussing the district acceptable use policy and internet safety. I've used the Plickers to increase ENGAGEMENT and check student retention/understanding. Anything that isn't clear, I am able to clarify immediately. I'm excited to do more with this tool!
For more information on Plickers, check out this You Tube video by Tabitha Carro from FlapJack Educational Resources. You can follow her blog at http://www.flapjackeducation.com/
How have you used Plickers in your classroom or library? Please share in the comments below!