The Challenge
At McKinley Elementary, students were overwhelmed and frustrated by the login process for the 9+ programs they needed to access every day for math and literacy. The process of getting kindergarteners logged in to resources was daunting for teachers as it wasted instructional time. To enhance learning and engagement in the classroom, teachers were locating online resources to use but had no central place to store them. With a 1:1 initiative scheduled for McKinley, Canon City School District recognized the need to prioritize easier access and get it done swiftly.
Solution
Adapting to a new, simplified way to access resources did not take long for students and teachers at McKinley Elementary. With the login barriers removed from the classroom, teachers report being able to take a deep breath and focus on instruction. To gain access, the primary grade students use ClassLink QuickCards which uses a scannable QR code. Teachers have been relieved of their duties of entering usernames and passwords on behalf of their students because the kids now know how to get in by themselves. From there, one click access to their learning programs means more time spent on learning, and less time wasted on logging in.
The Outcome
Adapting to a new, simplified way to access resources did not take long for students and teachers at McKinley Elementary. With the login barriers removed from the classroom, teachers report being able to take a deep breath and focus on instruction. To gain access, the primary grade students use ClassLink QuickCards which uses a scannable QR code. Teaches have been relieved of their duties of entering usernames and passwords on behalf of their students because the kids now know how to get in by themselves. From there, one click access to their learning programs means more time spent on learning, and less time wasted on logging in.
“In order to help improve instruction in the classroom and speed up the use of technology, you’ve got to get ClassLink.”