Audience response systems – often/frequently known as student response systems or student clickers – are frequently used in both college and K-12 classrooms. These flexible interactive tools can work for small classrooms or be used to outfit large auditoria and lecture halls.
The value of such interactive tools in the classroom can not be underrated. Student preservation of knowledge is intimately tied to participation in the learning process. Introverted students contribute less, and frequently are not conscientious of the teacher’s lessons, especially in large classrooms or lecture halls. By using a student response system, the teacher can help all students to participate, and therefore learn. This increased attentiveness and preservation of knowledge leads to remarkable improvements in test scores.
Foster a Dynamic, Interactive Learning Environment that Increases Student Attentiveness and Progresses Knowledge Retention
There are many benefits to using an audience response system in the classroom:
- Track student progress over time
- Automate quizzes, tests and grading
- Increase knowledge retention, which leads to better scores and improved performance
- Improve class attendance
- Foster student participation
- Challenge student perceptions to stimulate discussion
- Customize lectures instantaneously based on student responses
Much research has been done to validate the effectiveness of student response systems in education environments and validate interactive response methods as efficient teaching tools. Ultimately, the best system for you will depend on the unique needs of your classroom environment. Many ARS companies can offer practical solutions for various educational situations.
You can find research papers and other information concerning audience response systems at http://www.audienceresponseinfo.com/audience-response-research/.