Getting Started

| Quick Start

Log in as any of the following user types

This is a helpful guide

to understanding EducationCity’s

different content types and features.

Admin User

Teacher User

Student User

ContentTopic ToolsDesigned as an ideal tool for topic exploration and reinforcement, Topic Tools are open-ended, teacher-led tools perfect for the interactive whiteboard.

ActivitiesBright and colorful, our large bank of activities engage and inspire, providing targeted practice to reinforce concepts for group or individual learning.

TestsHelp assess learning with math, language arts, and science tests, perfect for assessing student performance and evaluating progress.

Learn ScreensThese animated video tutorials can be launched by teachers to introduce a new objective or offer an in-depth review for individual learners.

ThinkItsPlayLiveReward learning in a fun, competitive environment. Here, students can challenge each other in real-time math and spelling games.

Open-ended questions, known as ThinkIts, encourage higher-order thinking and classroom discussion. These challenging tasks can be used as morning warm-ups, extension activities, or exit tickets.

Features

MyCityCreate individualized learning pathways by quickly grouping, sequencing, and assigning content to individuals or groups of students as either Classwork or Homework.

SuccessTrackerView learner progress and performance in real time to make informed instructional decisions. SuccessTracker offers customizable reports to review student data and pinpoint student strengths and weaknesses.

MyRevisionEnsure struggling learners have a second chance to hone their skills. This collection of Activities and Learn Screens, known as a Revision Journal, is automatically generated for a student once a test has been completed to target student weaknesses.

Standards Map Drill down into content that is aligned to the specific learning objective, strand, and subject you are looking to address in class.

Mobile DevicesEducationCity can be accessed on mobile devices by using Puffin Academy, a free app that can be downloaded by teachers, students, and parents. Through Puffin Academy, users can easily access EducationCity in a safe environment, for approved educational websites only.

Manage UsersEasily upload teachers and students in bulk and manage user information quickly.

Upload ClassesCreate new classes and easily move students from class to class as needed to ensure your student data remains up to date.

Admin Areas

Platform PreferencesControl login methods and edit labels for grade levels and subjects.

Content PreferencesMake flexible content changes to various areas including countdown timers, mastery goals, and print options.

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Create GroupsCluster students together to create similar ability groups, subject groups, or even after-school or homework clubs.

Student Access PreferencesSet student access of specific areas, both within and outside of school hours.

As you’re getting up and running, access in-product hints indicated by the purple question marks to view handy tips for using different administrator features and preferences.