Student Response Systems (Clickers)
What are Student Response Systems (Clickers)?
Student response systems use radio frequency technology to transmit and record student responses to questions, and instructors use them to help keep their students engaged in what's going on in class.
Clickers at DU
In the summer of 2007, TurningPoint (TP) was selected as the student response system (clicker) standard for the University of Denver.
How Can You Learn to Use Clickers?
The Center for Teaching & Learning provides training and support to DU faculty who are interested in teaching with clickers. Customized handouts and more information about clicker usage at DU is posted in the Student Response System Support section.
How Can You Get Technical Support?
Technical support for clickers is provided by TurningPoint. Live phone support is available from 5:00 am to 7:00 pm Mountain Time, Monday through Friday.
Toll Free Telephone Support: 1.866.746.3015
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DU Contact: Jenn Light
Where Can Students Buy Clickers?
Students may purchase clickers from the DU Bookstore and instructors should include orders for clickers in their book orders. Students may sell their clickers back to the bookstore at the end of the term if clickers are being used in the upcoming term.
University of Denver Faculty Showcase - Faculty Who Use Clickers
Mohammad Matin, Associate Professor, Engineering and Computer Science
Joseph Hornback, Professor, Chemistry and Biochemistry
Research & Best Practices
Research supports the belief that clicker usage, along with well-designed questions, has the potential to dramatically enhance learning. Clickers create interactive classrooms that engage students and personalize the education experience through instantaneous feedback (TurningPoint). Below are links to selected articles and other student response system resources.
7 Things You Should Know About Clickers
Tips for successful clicker use
How to Prepare Better Multiple-Choice Test Items: Guidelines for University Faculty
Students and Professors Click with Technology
Clickers in the large classroom: Current research and best-practice tips
Transforming Student Learning with Classroom Communication Systems