What is it?
ClassLink OneClick is a single sign-on approach for students and teachers to access the K-12 digital resources, AEA Scout, AEA Professional Learning Registration System, and AEA Learning Online Training System. The AEAs are providing it to schools at no cost.
Why?
Privacy, security and access. Usernames/passwords will no longer be posted on classroom walls. Students and teachers will log in with their Google or Microsoft credentials that they already use in the district. The digital content will be displayed and accessed on one dashboard. And, there will be QR codes for our youngest learners to log in (think BookFLIX and PebbleGo).
Why is this important?
This secure approach represents the latest development in technology that Iowa AEAs think will provide the best and most up-to-date access to digital content. It takes the burden of updating some locally created content (URLs and passwords) and moves it to the ClassLink OneClick dashboard. We also think it will be engaging as the dashboard apps have the familiar smartphone and iPad layout and function.
What do I need to do now?
Heartland AEA will be reaching out to the technology coordinator to add your school district domain and users. As users are added or removed to the district email, ClassLink OneClick is automatically updated. We will ask for a contact person at the district. We will also provide assistance in rolling out this new way to access digital content to students and teachers. As you work and plan with the teacher librarians and technology coordinators, keep ClassLink OneClick in mind.
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