USING CLICKER TECHNOLOGY TO EXPAND THE ROLES OF EDUCATOR AND STUDENT

Evangeline Marlos Varonis
The University of Akron
USA

Audience response systems (clicker technology) are embraced in higher education as a pedagogical tool to emphasize inquiry, dialogue, and debate in the Socratic tradition; as a formative tool to provide immediate feedback on concept attainment; and as a classroom management tool to encourage student engagement and monitor student performance. Such use prompts instructors to rethink their role, lecturing less and providing more opportunities for group problem-solving. It also prompts students to rethink their role, reflecting on concept attainment, acknowledging diverse viewpoints, and becoming more active learners. This presentation will discuss implementation at The University of Akron and share best practices.

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