Quick set up guide Using the Pebble pad learning response system with ClassComm software Leaders in learning technology
Quick set up guide for Pebble pad learning response systems using ClassComm software Minimum system requirements: • Processor: Pentium III 450 MHz processor (1 gigahertz (GHz) Pentium processor recommended) • Memory: 256 MB (512 MB or above recommended) • Display: 800 x 600, 256 colours (Recommended: 1024 x 768 high colour, 32-bit) • CDROM Drive: 4x or faster • HDD: 300MB free hard drive space for basic installation – 500 MB hard drive space required for curriculum sample content • Microsoft.
Step 1 What’s in the case Pebble pad Learning Response System Participant handsets Presenter handset These are used by participants to send responses Used by the presenter to control the presentation USB cable Receiver Software CD with Quick Set Up Guide
Step 2 Prepare the handsets Pebble pads use AA batteries (see image 2). 1. Pebble pad battery cover being removed 2. Batteries being inserted 3.
Step 3 ClassComm software installation Please ensure that the receiver is disconnected before you insert the ClassComm Installation CD. • If the CD does not auto-run, you will need to manually run “ClassComm.exe” by exploring the CD contents (Fig 1) Fig. 1 – ClassComm CD Contents The ClassComm Installation Menu Screen will open as shown below. ClassComm Installation Menu Screen • Select ClassComm Installation from the options. • Follow the onscreen wizard instructions to install the software.
Step 4 Sample content installation (optional) • There is some optional sample content that can be installed for use with the ClassComm system. This step will add complete, mapped educational content for use with the ClassComm system. • From ClassComm Installation Menu Screen, select the Sample Content button. • Follow the on-screen wizard instructions to install the required sample content. • When the main ClassComm software is launched, the sample content will be installed into the Resources area.
Step 5 Install the Powerpoint plug-in (slide mapper) Note – You will need Microsoft® Powerpoint® 2003 or above installed on your PC before you install the plug-in 1. The PowerPoint Plug-in or Slide Mapper is a utility that is added directly into your Microsoft® PowerPoint® application. It allows for the mapping of your presentations within PowerPoint. The mapping process assigns question data to your slides (Example: True/ False, Multiple Choice, Numeric and so on) 2.
Step 6 Connect the receiver and test handset communication within ClassComm Connect the ClassComm receiver to an available USB port on the PC. A red LED will light up in the receiver. • At this stage, the PC will automatically detect the receiver and configure the drivers accordingly. NOTE – The receiver drivers are installed during the ClassComm software installation described in STEP 3 – CLASSCOMM SOFTWARE INSTALLATION of this guide.
Connect the receiver and test handset communication within ClassComm • Click on the Communication tab within ClassComm. This will display the communication grid as shown. If pressing any keys on the Pebble Pad handsets show a red LED, then that handset is not MAPPED to the receiver and will not communicate. A non-mapped handset will show a red light when any key is pressed. Press and hold the -/? key within 5-10cm of the connected receiver.
Step 7 Creating a presentation • Open a blank PowerPoint Presentation and add a question with 4 choices as shown in the example below • • • • • • • Select the following options from the Slide Mapper to match the information on the slide Slide Type: Multiple Choice Response Type: Text Answer : Select the correct answer choice Answer Colour: Green Question: Cut and paste the question text from the slide here Text Answers: From the slide, highlight the correct answer and click the Add button.
Step 8 Add the presentation into ClassComm resources • From within the ClassComm RESOURCES area, go to File > New > New Activity > New PowerPoint Activity. • From the New Activity window, click the Browse button to navigate to the presentation created in STEP 7 and click OK.
Step 9 Select the presentation mode ClassComm can be installed in EDUCATIONAL mode or CORPORATE mode. The core difference between the two modes of installation is the terminology used throughout the application. Educational mode uses STUDENT, TEACHER, CLASS and TEST. Corporate mode uses PARTICIPANT, PRESENTER, GROUP and EVENT. The mode selected from this screen can be changed later from within the ClassComm software.
Step 10 Run the presentation 2 8 3 4 7 5 9 1 6 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Enter the PRESENTATION area of ClassComm Check the Existing Group Presentation option Check the Record Assessment option Check the Anonymous login option Enter a Group Name (other details are optional) Press the Save button Ask participants to switch ON the handsets. The Handset area will show a count of Active Handsets. 8. Click once on the resource to present with 9. Click on Present Activity.
Run the presentation (continued) Start recording of handset responses Replay question Increase response bar opacity Stop recording of handset responses Decrease response bar opacity End presentation Reset opacity Show/hide answer Previous question Show results charts Next question Hide/show presentation toolbar Play game Hide/show response bar Pick participant Go to slide in review mode No attached functionality Toggle instant charts For more information on running a presentation, consult the
Step 11 Reports Once a presentation has been fully completed and stopped, the ClassComm system allows you to view reports and charts for assessment purposes. 1. Click on the REPORTS button 2 3 2. Select the type of presentation that you wish to view reports for (In this case it is “Anonymous”) 3. Select the Report Type from the available options 4 5 4. Enter the Report Settings from the drop-down options that match the class and presentation that you presented and saved. 5.
Response system set-up example 1: Conference settings ‘We have three professional conferences coming up with 40 delegates at each. I have a set of Genee Pebble Pads and a short series of pre-prepared, mainly multiple-choice, questions from which I want to gather data to analyse feedback. What is the best way to set up?’ 1 4 3 6 5 7 2 1. Check that ClassComm is in ‘Corporate’ mode by going to Settings > Application mode (you may have to restart the computer to activate this setting) 2.
Response system set-up example 2: Company group training programme ‘We are carrying out Health & Safety training with groups of our employees. It is important that we have records of individual attainment so that we know who will be competent in particular work situations. What is the best way to set up?’ 1 4 3 7 6 9 2 5 1.
FAQ 6 Can I install and run ClassComm from a Server across a network? Currently, ClassComm is a desktop application designed to be installed and run from a Teacher/ presenter PC. It cannot be run centrally from a server. An MSI version of ClassComm is available for easy deployment across a network. Please contact technical@geneeworld.com for further details. 7 The handsets are not talking to the receiver.
FCC NOTE: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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