[CASL-L] Anyone using Beanstack??

[Jessica Dalton]

Hello!

We just started using it in Newington, and so far, the feedback has been
mixed. The students do seem to enjoy it, but our district recently shifted
to keeping elementary devices in school, which has made access more
challenging (they can log in on a home device through ClassLink, but this
setup has created some equity and access issues).

Based on what we’ve seen, the program seems best suited for middle school
or upper elementary students. We’ve also experienced a few interface
hiccups, but their customer service has been very responsive and helpful.

Happy to share more if it’s useful!

Best,
Jessi

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Jessi Dalton
Library Media Specialist
PK-12 Library Media Program Leader
John Paterson Elementary School
Newington Public Schools
jdalton at npsct.org

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