This page is for instructors and admins that are currently using or actively planning to use Turning Technologies Point Solutions [Clickers].

Instructors can poll students in their classes using either a "clicker" or software on their mobile device. Instructors may use the Turning Technologies Point Solutions software for free, but the student is responsible for the device and subscription fee.

Finding and Enabling

Create Registration Link in your Course

Log in to Canvas
Go to your course
Create a Module or use an existing Module
Add an Item (plus sign) in the Module
Choose External Tool from the drop-down menu
Choose "Turning Technologies Registration System"
Click Add Item
Click the clouds to publish your Module and Item
Delete any links you have to previous versions of the Turning Technologies Registration System.

Authenticate your Instructor Canvas Account

Click on the Turning Registration System link in your course
Under "Available Courses" click "Sign In"
Sign into Canvas using your NetID and password
Click "Authenticate"
The Turning Technologies web dashboard opens
Overview Video: https://turningtechnologies-5.wistia.com/medias/7pbkew0spb

Turning Technologies Software

Click on the Turning Registration System link in your course (you may be asked to enter your NetID and password)
The Turning 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 Turning Technologies.

Directing Students

Direct your students to this page to learn how to purchase a subscription and register their clicker.

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

Additional Information

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 participants being tracked in Turning.

Can my students share a clicker?

No, students may not share a clicker.

MORE: Turning Technologies: Managing Your Material

Support

Turning Technologies Point Solutions is supported by the Feinberg IT team. For additional questions or support you can reach out to them at fsmhelp@northwestern.edu