Instructors can poll students in their classes using either a "clicker" or software on their mobile device. Northwestern University supports TurningPoint (v. 8). Instructors may use TurningPoint software for free, but the student is responsible for the device and subscription fee. More info.

Create Registration Link in your Course

Log in to Canvas
Go to your course
Create a Module called "TurningPoint Registration System"
Add an Item (plus sign) in the Module
Choose External Tool from the drop-down menu
Choose "c-TurningPoint Registration System"
Click Add Item (and remove the "c-" if you wish)
Click the clouds to publish your Module and Item
Delete any links you have to previous versions of the TurningPoint Registration System.

Authenticate your Instructor Canvas Account

Click on the TurningPoint Registration System link in your course
Under "Available Courses" click "Sign In"
Sign into Canvas using your netID and password
Click "Authenticate"
The TurningPoint web dashboard opens

TurningPoint Software

Click on the TurningPoint Registration System link in your course (you may be asked to enter your netID and password)
The TurningPoint web dashboard opens
Click "Downloads" from the upper-left
Click the appropriate link for your operating system and follow the instructions for download.
Instructors are advised to uninstall any previous versions of TurningPoint.

Directing Students

Direct your students to this page to learn how to purchase a subscription and register their clicker: https://canvas.northwestern.edu/courses/5666/pages/using-turning-technologies-clickers-in-canvas

Tell your students where the registration link is within your course site.

FAQ

If my students already have a "clicker," do they still need a subscription?

Yes, all participants will need to buy a subscription IF you are tracking the student's results.

If I poll anonymously, will students need subscriptions?

No, subscriptions are only necessary for for participants being tracked in TurningPoint.

Can my students share a clicker?

No, students may not share a clicker.

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