#iclickers

[ralphroether]

i-clickers poster design for Illini Union Bookstore 

[ayyellesrambles]

If someone is selling an I clicker, is there any way to check if it works or are all iclickers usable? Because the bookstore lists it as ~35 and I kind of want it for cheaper

With electronics, there is a chance of it being broken, but if you can turn it on, it should be fine. You can also get used ones at the UBC Bookstore for $32.40. 

http://bookstore.ubc.ca/books/course-materials-students/faqs/students-iclicker

http://wiki.ubc.ca/Documentation:Clickers/Information_for_Students#My_clicker_ID_has_worn_off._How_do_I_find_out_what_it_is.3F

[ayyellesrambles]

hi what do you need to make sure a used iclicker has in order to use it?

I think you were the one who asked 3 iClicker questions, so I'll answer all of them with one post. 

Just make sure it's working...if you're going to get a used one, you can get a new code from the Bookstore if you please. Once you get it, I suggest you go to the Bookstore so they can help you. The coupon only comes with certain textbook packages, and it's this rebate you send in to get some money back. iClickers at the Discount Bookstore are usually about $5 cheaper than at the Bookstore. 

[digitalresearcher]

Formative Assessment with iClickers

Dr. Johnell Bentz and I are working on a research project examining the impact of iClicker use in a large introductory course on the culture of disability.  Primarily, we are using the iClicker classroom response system as a formative assessment tool by asking questions or prompting discussion at regular intervals throughout each lecture.  The results displayed after each question allows Dr. Bentz, the other TAs, and I know if important concepts are being understood or if they need further discussion.  One interesting anecdotal result of using the iClickers is that within this class of over 300 students, a good portion of the class feels comfortable enough to ask and answer questions verbally in front of their peers.  Another benefit of using a classroom response system is that students are not being embarrassed by answering questions incorrectly, but they are still accountable for responding.  We are looking forward to analyzing the responses from our pre and post surveys.  Hopefully, they will help us better understand students' perspectives on the use of iClickers.

I can understand why some instructors may shy away from using classroom response systems.  During one class session earlier this semester,  the technology wouldn't work.  Adding this layer of potential technology failure can be nerve racking.