Getting Started with the iClicker Student App
Your instructor may be using either the iClicker Cloud or iClicker Classic software to run Polling, Quizzing, Attendance, and/or Assignments for class.
Below is a checklist for students designed to take you from setting up your iClicker student app account to using the iClicker student app in class. Please follow the steps below in order.
Step 1: Get the right information from your instructor
Your instructor has set up your iClicker course in a specific way. You don’t want to worry about your iClicker grades or spend money on the wrong product, so make sure to follow any steps your instructor has given you regarding iClicker. Many instructors add important information about iClicker to the syllabus.Make sure you know what method to use to register your iClicker account. Some classes require you to register for iClicker through Canvas, Blackboard, Brightspace by D2L, Moodle, or Achieve to make sure your points show up in the gradebook. You will not know this unless you find out from your instructor!
Step 2: Create an iClicker student account
You can create an account by downloading the iClicker student mobile app via the App Store or Google Play, or by visiting the iClicker student web app. If you already have an iClicker account, do not create a duplicate account. Just use the account you already have and proceed with the following steps.Note: We recommend that you use the name and email address associated with your school's learning management system (Canvas, Blackboard, Brightspace, Moodle, or Sakai) when you create your iClicker account. Your instructor might also tell you to add a specific ID number–like your student ID/university username–to your iClicker student app profile.
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Step 3: Register with your instructor's iClicker course
There are three options here. You will know which option is relevant based on the information your instructor shares with you. Each of the following options will add you to your instructor’s iClicker roster.- Option 1: Register for iClicker through your campus learning management system (Canvas, Blackboard, Brightspace, Moodle, or Sakai)
- If iClicker finds that you have an account that matches your instructor's official Canvas, Blackboard, or Brightspace roster, you'll automatically be enrolled in your instructor's iClicker course! If iClicker does not find a matching account, we'll send you an email with next steps. You may need to update your account profile or create a new iClicker student account to be enrolled in your instructor's course in the student app.
- In some cases, your instructor may have added an iClicker integration link to your Blackboard, Canvas, Brightspace, Moodle, or Sakai course (the link may be called "iClicker Student App," "iClicker Registration" or something similar). If so, you need to click that link to be enrolled in your instructor’s course in the iClicker student app and ensure that your iClicker scores show up in the gradebook.
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- Option 2: Enroll in your instructor’s course through the iClicker student app
- If your instructor is not using the process described above, you can enroll in the course on your own. You can do this in one of two ways:
- Go to join.iclicker.com and enter your instructor's course-specific join code, or navigate to your instructor's course-specific join link.
- Use the + icon to search for and add the course in the mobile or web app. Note: Some instructors make their courses private so they won't show up in search results. If you can't find your course, check your instructor's directions for a course join code or link.
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- If your instructor is not using the process described above, you can enroll in the course on your own. You can do this in one of two ways:
- Option 3: Link your iClicker account with Achieve
- If your instructor is syncing your iClicker grades to Achieve, you need to click the iClicker registration link in the banner at the top of your Achieve course. This will ensure that your iClicker scores show up in the gradebook.
- You will also need to enroll in your instructor's course using their join code or link, or use the + icon in the iClicker student app to search for your instructor’s course and add it to your Courses list.
- Access to iClicker is included at no extra cost if your instructor is using iClicker with Achieve.
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Step 4: Understand your options for accessing the iClicker student app
There are a few options for participating in your instructor's iClicker class activities. You will know which option is relevant based on the information your instructor shares with you.- Using the iClicker student app to participate in class Polling, Quizzing, Attendance and/or Assignment activities?
- Upon creating an iClicker student account, you will have a two-week free trial period for using the app for class Polling, Quizzing, Attendance, and/or Assignments. Before the free trial ends, you need to purchase an iClicker student app subscription or obtain an access code in order to continue accessing the iClicker student app on your mobile device, tablet, or laptop during Polling sessions. The iClicker student app will give you a countdown reminder to let you know when your free trial is expiring.
- Some schools and departments license the iClicker student app for their students or use it in conjunction with Achieve, which allows you free access to iClicker. Your instructor should let you know if you're eligible for free access, and, if you are, you should not see any prompts to renew your subscription.
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- Using the iClicker student app just to check in to class for Attendance? No purchase necessary!
- Using the iClicker student app only to check in and keep track of your Attendance is free!
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