CommonLit Account and Features Overview

Sarah introduces CommonLit’s new features, including assigning readings, setting up classes, and tracking student progress. Teachers can create accounts, set up classes, assign texts, and grade assignments using a new platform. The video also covers providing personalized feedback and monitoring student performance.

What is the first step to access CommonLit's new features?

• Update your browser

• Contact support

• Download the app

• Create a CommonLit account

What should you do after logging into your CommonLit account?

• Start assigning texts

• Contact students

• Set up your classes

• Browse the library

How can students join a class on CommonLit?

• By using a unique class code

• By sending an email request

• By visiting the school office

• By contacting the teacher

What can you do if you already know the text you want to assign?

• Create a new account

• Contact support

• Use the add assignment link

• Browse the library

Which filters can be used to search the library?

• Publisher, ISBN, edition

• Grade, theme, genre, literary device, Common Core state standard

• Author, publication date, language

• Price, availability, format

What are students prompted to do after a text is assigned?

• Attend a class meeting

• Submit a project

• Contact the teacher

• Read the text and complete questions

What is included as a reference when scoring short answers?

• An Exemplar and the original text

• A student handbook

• A video tutorial

• A teacher's guide

How can teachers provide feedback on student writing?

• By typing notes in the feedback field

• By sending a letter home

• By calling the student

• By holding a meeting

What can teachers view in the assignment report?

• A breakdown of student performance

• A list of upcoming assignments

• A calendar of events

• A summary of school policies

How can teachers track student progress over time?

• By reviewing past emails

• By asking students directly

• By checking the school website

• By using the student progress tab