Office of Instruction and Assessment

Clickers: Instant Feedback, Instant Assessment

Thomas Fleming, Ph.D
Astronomer, the Department of Astronomy and Steward Observatory

Tom Fleming talks about the use of clickers in the classroom for effective assessment.  Testing comprehension during the class time can increase student participation and increases retention of knowledge. Clickers can also be used for pop quizes and to take attendance and are an effective tool for large classes.

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