PointSolutions vs Safe at UT

The PointSolutions polling app (formerly TurningPoint) allows you to use your web-enabled device to respond to questions in real time and self-paced modes. PointSolutions is proven to increase retention and engage learners while allowing instructors to collect data to ensure comprehension. A variety of subscription options are available. FEATURES & FUNCTIONS: • Questions and response options are displayed on your device when polling is opened so that you can answer in real time or at your own pace during self-paced assessments. • Screen displays group responses, user response and indicates correct answer when polling is closed • Multiple choice, multiple response, hotspot, numeric response, true/false and short answer, open-ended question types available • Respond to attendance prompts • View courses you're enrolled in and track grade data • Ability to send messages to communicate questions or concerns to the presenter • Navigate through self-paced assessments in various ways: swiping, navigation carousel, question list view NOTE: PointSolutions mobile is compatible with iOS 13 and above. Users participating in sessions with previous OS versions can participate using a web browser by visiting ttpoll.com. Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.

Safe at UT is the official safety app of the University of Tennessee Knoxville. It is the only app that integrates with the University of Tennessee Knoxville's safety and security systems. Campus Security has worked to develop a unique app that provides students, faculty and staff with added safety on the University of Tennessee Knoxville campus. The app will send you important safety alerts and provide instant access to campus safety resources. Safe at UT features include: - Emergency Contacts: Contact the correct services for the University of Tennessee Knoxville area in case of an emergency or a non-emergency concern - Panic Button / Mobile Bluelight: Send your location to University of Tennessee Knoxville security in real-time in case of a crisis - Friend Walk: Send your location to a friend through email or SMS on your device. Once the friend accepts the Friend Walk request, the user picks their destination and their friend tracks their location in real time; they can keep an eye on them to make sure they make it safely to their destination. - Tip Reporting: Multiple ways to report a safety/security concern directly to University of Tennessee Knoxville security. - Safety Toolbox: Enhance your safety with the set of tools provided in one convenient app. - Chat with Security: Communicate live with safety staff at University of Tennessee Knoxville via chat. - Notification History: Find previous Push Notifications for this app with the date and time. - Share Map with your Location: Send your location to a friend by sending them a map of your position. - Campus Maps - Campus Map: Navigate around the University of Tennessee Knoxville area. - Evacuation Map: Find gathering points after an evacuation alarm has been sounded. - Transit Map: Find transit routes currently in service. - Emergency Plans: Campus emergency documentation that can prepare you for disasters or emergencies. This can be accessed even when users aren’t connected to Wi-Fi or cellular data. - Support Resources: Access support resources in one convenient app to enjoy a successful experience at University of Tennessee Knoxville. - Safety Notifications: Receive instant notifications and instructions from University of Tennessee Knoxville safety when on-campus emergencies occur. Download today to ensure you’re prepared in the event of an emergency.