Plickers is a free application for teachers to conduct surveys and implement assessment. What makes this tool different is that students do not need any sort of device to participate. They simply hold up a special card with a code and the educator uses their phone to capture the code of their cards. The program is able to read the cards and give you instant results. This application was made by a teacher who was looking for a quick and easy way to check students understanding.
Plickers is relevant to language learning because teachers can asses reading comprehension, true or false items, grammar or the acquisition of new vocabulary in an easy and fun way. This is essential in the field of language learning because we as prospective teachers know that when students learn in a context in which they are having fun, they learn better.
Personally, I have used this tool in my previous practicum and the implementation of it was successful. In this way, I might use it in my actual practicum in order to foster language learning. I would do an exercise in which they have to find the synonymous of an English word, in order to improve their vocabulary. In addition, they are students from an 8th-grade level and most of them are very shy. Hence, they will want to participate and stay engage due to the simplicity of plickers. Besides, their answers are completely anonymous, which is motivational for them to answer without feeling ashamed or shy.
Finally, plickers is not only useful and fun for students, but also for teachers. This assessment tool let teachers check the students' answers in a simple and quick way. In addition, teachers do not need paper and pencil so as to do formative assessments.
Here is a video about how is implemented in the classroom
Here is a video about how is implemented in the classroom
- Video:Plickers in the classroom
- Channel:Jennifer Zurawski
Well explained! I've also used Plickers in my classes and I totally agree with you, and the best part is that students love it. When it comes to limitations, I would add that sometimes students get too competitive. The video is very helpful to see how Plickers actually work. Great post.
ResponderBorrarI never get tired of this app! It is so entertaining and students love it. I'm glad you are using it in your practicum too, it is a great tool to engage your students and make them participate in the class.
ResponderBorrarGreat video by the way, those kids were so sweet!