Getting+Started

= Getting Started = The first thing that you will need to get started is the software that is used to connect and activate the Smart Response Clickers. In some schools, the technology department will install the software and you will not need to go through these steps. In others, the teachers are responsible for getting the software downloaded to their machines. Either way, it is helpful to have the steps below handy, because you may want to install the software on your laptop or home machine for creating clicker questions. Below are the steps to install the software.

Installing the Smart Response System Software [[image:clicker_choice.jpg width="287" height="134" align="right"]]
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 * Navigate to this site below for the most updated version of the software: http://www2.smarttech.com/st/en-US/Support/SMARTResponse/
 * **Select the version of Clicker** that your school district has purchased from the links (see the choices in the image at right) If you are unsure, click on each of the links and look at the picture of the clicker to see which one looks **MOST** like the ones you have in your bag.
 * The next step at the web site is to scroll to the bottom of the open window to find the link where the software can be downloaded: It is labeled "Get Software" as you can see from the image on the left. Select your operating system--Windows or Mac.
 * Once you have selected your operating system, you will be directed to the correct download page for your computer. You can read the information on the page which explains what will be installed, and some specifics about what is required of your computer for the installation. If you are unsure, you may want to consult with your building technology contact.
 * Scroll to the bottom of the download page and find the download button: (see below) and click it. You will be installing the clicker software along with Smart Notebook, and the Smart Response Driver (everything you need to get started).
 * At the next point, you must enter your contact information (name, address, e-mail etc.)
 * The Download Popup window will appear where you can SAVE or OPEN the file. Most users Save the file to the desktop and open it once the download is complete. (usually faster than opening the file) See the image on the right.
 * Once the file is downloaded, you can find it on the desktop and open it up and complete the installation process.
 * The installation is for a 30-day free trial unless you enter the License Code that accompanied your clicker set or connect the clicker receiver (which will activate the license code).

Free Learning Resources: **@http://smarttech.com/trainingcenter/material.asp**
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