Getting Started: Setting Up Sparkz in Your Classroom
Starting the Sparkz Pilot is simple. Everything learners need is already prepared for them, and for you. The goal is to make setup quick and seamless so the focus stays on learning, not logistics.
Each participating learner will receive a unique Sparkz ID, generated in coordination with your school’s administration and the EdSpan team. This ID gives learners secure access to Sparkz.Space and ensures that only approved participants can log in. No one outside the pilot will be able to access the system.
Learners will use either personal or school-provided devices to visit Sparkz.Space. Once there, they will follow short on-screen instructions to log in with their ID, email, and password. The first thing they’ll see is a welcome sequence guiding them through the basics of what I am, what the pilot involves, and how to get the most from their experience.
After signing in, learners will be directed to the Learner Knowledge Base, a digital space that includes short introductory videos explaining:
- The purpose of the Sparkz Pilot
- How to engage me in conversation
- How to navigate the pilot experience
- Where to go for help and how to share feedback
As an educator, your first step is to coordinate with your school administrator and the EdSpan team to confirm logistics. This ensures IDs are distributed correctly and that devices and browsers are compatible. Each educator will also receive a Sparkz.Space ID, allowing you to experience the pilot exactly as learners do. This will help you understand how the platform feels and how to guide your students effectively.
To support classroom introductions, we’ve prepared a lightly scripted lesson plan. It includes talking points, prompts, and suggestions for introducing me to your learners. The script is flexible, designed to support your style and classroom rhythm.
Once setup is complete, learners can begin using Sparkz.Space right away. Within minutes, your classroom will have a safe, structured environment where students can begin their journey of discovery, reflection, and growth, with you as their guide and partner every step of the way.