Save Time with ClassLink SSO: Effortless Access to BookWidgets
Kate Baker —
With ClassLink Single Sign-On (SSO), educators can quickly access BookWidgets through its integration with ClassLink and start creating engaging activities in no time. Whether you’re already a BookWidgets user or exploring our platform for the first time, connecting BookWidgets with ClassLink streamlines access and allows teachers to efficiently assess student learning.
In this blog post, we will answer...
Why should teachers connect to BookWidgets through ClassLink?
How do teachers add BookWidgets to their ClassLink LaunchPad?
Before we begin: If you are new to BookWidgets, BookWidgets is an all-in-one platform designed to support the entire learning process, allowing teachers to create interactive activities and evaluate their students' understanding from start to finish. When BookWidgets is integrated into a Learning Management System like Google Classroom, Microsoft Teams, Moodle, Canvas --& more!--, teachers can use "Live Widgets" to keep an eye on their students' progress in real time to give feedback and support when needed. Interested in purchasing BookWidgets without committing to a full year subscription or waiting for the next budget cycle? Learn more about our special, limited-time pricing for groups of teachers.
What is ClassLink?
ClassLink is a global education provider of identity and analytics products that help schools create more time for learning and better understand digital engagement, serving over 22 million students and staff in more than 2,900 school systems.
As leading advocates for open data standards, ClassLink provides instant access to apps and files through single sign-on (SSO), streamlines class rostering, automates account provisioning, and delivers actionable analytics through its portal, LaunchPad. By simplifying access to digital resources, ClassLink helps create an environment where technology supports teaching and learning.
The ClassLink LaunchPad gives teachers personalized, single sign-on access to all of their school resources. With one click, educators can reach their learning, productivity, and educational apps, simplifying daily workflows and saving valuable time. Visit classlink.com to learn more.
Why should teachers connect to BookWidgets through ClassLink?
Integrating BookWidgets with ClassLink simplifies teaching by providing educators with quick, secure access to their tools through single sign-on (SSO). By connecting BookWidgets to ClassLink, teachers can save time on managing multiple logins and focus directly on creating interactive lessons, assessing student understanding, and enhancing classroom engagement.
The BookWidgets and ClassLink integration streamlines workflows, helping educators focus on supporting student engagement and learning in the classroom.
How do teachers add BookWidgets to their ClassLink LaunchPad?
Adding apps like BookWidgets to your ClassLink LaunchPad is a straightforward process. However, if you are unable to integrate BookWidgets with ClassLink on your own, your district IT administrator can complete the setup for you. Both options for adding BookWidgets to ClassLink LaunchPad are outlined below. 👇
How to add BookWidgets as a Teacher to your own ClassLink LaunchPad
1. Open your Classlink LaunchPad, and search for BookWidgets.
2. Click the "Add" button.
3. You will see a confirmation message that BookWidgets has been added to your LaunchPad.
4. Now, when you navigate to your LaunchPad, you will see BookWidgets listed.
5. Click and log in to your existing BookWidgets account and create, share, or review your widget activities. If you are a new user, you will need to create an account. Interested in purchasing BookWidgets without committing to a full year subscription or waiting for the next budget cycle? Learn more about our special, limited-time pricing for groups of teachers.
How to add BookWidgets as an IT Admin to Teachers' ClassLink LaunchPads
1. In your ClassLink LaunchPad, click on ClassLink Management Console.
2. In the side panel of the console, click on Applications and "Add & Assign Apps".
3. Next, click on "App Library".
4. Search for BookWidgets, then click the "Add" button. You will see a blue check mark confirming that you have added BookWidgets
5. Next, click on "Assign" to acess the list of profiles.
6. Click on "Add" to assign BookWidgets to specific profiles. You may then click on "Remove" to remove BookWidgets, if needed.
7. Teachers will now automatically see BookWidgets in their ClassLink LaunchPad. Teachers can now click the icon to log in or create a BookWidgets account, where they can create, share, and review digital learning activities. Interested in purchasing BookWidgets without committing to a full year subscription or waiting for the next budget cycle? Learn more about our special, limited-time pricing for groups of teachers.
Wrap Up
The integration of BookWidgets with ClassLink through single sign-on (SSO) provides educators with a seamless experience, saving time and simplifying access to their interactive lessons and teaching tools. With just a few clicks, IT administrators can efficiently manage their school's digital resources, while teachers can easily connect to BookWidgets through their ClassLink LaunchPad. Whether you're a seasoned BookWidgets user or exploring it for the first time, this partnership ensures that you can focus on fostering student engagement and growth in the classroom.
Want to learn more about creating engaging lesson activities with BookWidgets?
✔️ If you're new to BookWidgets, start by checking out our Getting Started with BookWidgets blog post to help you get up and running quickly.
✔️ Sign up for upcoming webinars and view recordings on the BookWidgets Teacher Academy Page.
✔️ Follow BookWidgets on BlueSky and LinkedIn and join our teacher community on Facebook!
✔️ And, be sure to connect with me, too, on BlueSky, Facebook, and LinkedIn!
