{"id":11254,"date":"2024-06-09T20:10:24","date_gmt":"2024-06-10T03:10:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.ubc.ca\/etec523\/?p=11254"},"modified":"2024-06-09T20:14:59","modified_gmt":"2024-06-10T03:14:59","slug":"simplifying-access-with-sso-classlink-and-clever","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.ubc.ca\/etec523\/2024\/06\/09\/simplifying-access-with-sso-classlink-and-clever\/","title":{"rendered":"Simplifying Access with SSO: Classlink and Clever"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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In today’s education world, students and teachers use mobile devices like smartphones, tablets, and laptops, along with cloud-based tools and social media for learning. However, managing all these digital tools can be challenging without a strong system in place. A well-organized digital framework is needed to effectively use these technologies and evaluate the quality of teaching and learning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Without such a system, students, teachers, and parents often face difficulties with managing multiple passwords, usernames, and logins, and rostering student classes, which can make it hard to access educational tools. Single Sign-On (SSO) solutions like Classlink and Clever can help simplify the login process. These tools allow users to log in once and access multiple apps and resources seamlessly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, schools must ensure they have accurate and secure student information and strong policies to protect student data. Classlink and Clever both offer solutions to manage student apps, but they have different features that may suit different needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

My previous role was to project manage the implementation of Classlink in a district. We chose Classlink as our solution because it was highly customizable to the unique needs of the First Nations communities we serve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Comparison Table: Classlink vs. Clever<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Feature<\/th>Classlink<\/th>Clever<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
User Interface<\/strong><\/td>Easy to use and customizable<\/td>Simple and user-friendly<\/td><\/tr>
Single Sign-On (SSO)<\/strong><\/td>Supports many applications<\/td>Works with many popular educational apps<\/td><\/tr>
Application Integration<\/strong><\/td>Connects with over 6,000 apps<\/td>Connects with over 500 educational apps<\/td><\/tr>
Data Security<\/strong><\/td>Follows student privacy laws <\/td>Follows student privacy laws <\/td><\/tr>
Analytics and Reporting<\/strong><\/td>Offers detailed analytics and reports<\/td>Provides basic reporting features<\/td><\/tr>
Device Compatibility<\/strong><\/td>Works on all major devices and systems<\/td>Designed mainly for K-12 schools<\/td><\/tr>
Support and Training<\/strong><\/td>Offers extensive support and training options<\/td>Provides support and training mainly for admins<\/td><\/tr>
Cost<\/strong><\/td>Depends on district size and needs<\/td>Generally more affordable, focused on K-12<\/td><\/tr>
Parent Portal<\/strong><\/td>Includes a detailed parent portal<\/td>Limited parent engagement tools<\/td><\/tr>
Customization<\/strong><\/td>Highly customizable for district needs<\/td>Limited customization options<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>
Source: Content from Sdhglobal (2023) summarized by ChatGPT (OpenAI, 2024).<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Using tools like Classlink and Clever, schools can create a more efficient and user-friendly digital learning environment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Have you used an SSO solution in your district or digital environment?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

References:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

OpenAI. (2024). ChatGPT<\/em> (June version) [Large language model].<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sdhglobal. (2023, July 12). Rostering Integration to Education Software: Classlink & Clever. Medium. https:\/\/medium.com\/@sdhglobal\/rostering-integration-to-education-software-classlink-clever-2a6395e4a09f<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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