This guide is designed to help educators navigate and utilize the iBlum Learning Companion app effectively to enhance the educational experience for young learners.
Downloading the App and Logging In
Download the iBlüm Learning Companion app from the App Store (iOS) or Google Play Store (Android).
To be sure that you are downloading the correct app, look for this icon in the App Store/Play Store. The developer's name is Devhaus Corporation, and the app is free to download.
✏️ Note: A user account will be created for you beforehand so that you can use the app.
Once you receive your username and default password from your director or supervisor, log in to the app to get started.
Changing Your Default Password
Once you have logged in, you will see My Feed, Programs, Insights and Account at the bottom of your app.
To change your default password:
1. Go to ‘Account’ and select the Setting_Cog icon on the top right corner to open your settings.
2. Select ‘Change Password’.
3. Enter the default password in the ‘Current Password’ field.
4. Enter your new password and confirm. Your password must be at least 6 characters long. It is best to use a mix of upper and lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters.
5. Select ‘Change Password’ to save your new password.
Sections of the App
Your iBlum Learning Companion is divided into 4 sections.
My Feed is where you can see publications or announcements from your center.
This is where you can:
- Access the list of students per room
- Fill out forms for attendance (check in & check out), sleep times, meals, and diaper/toilet changes
- Record and publish photos to capture special moments and events
- Log learning observations
- View student portfolios
Receive Insights about your cohort on how they are developing within the rest of their age range.
The app will display recommendations for which skills to focus on each week, as well as short videos explaining each skill and what indicators to look for.
It will also recommend domains you can focus on to help your cohort catch up, and any children who may need special attention.
You can view all publications, media, and cohort reports for your organization in this section.
You can also change the language of the app (English or French), change your password, and view the Terms & Conditions by selecting the icon at the top right corner.
What's next?
Once your rooms have been set up and students are enrolled, you can begin using the app to:
- Fill out attendance forms
- Log eating, sleeping, diaper changes and toilet breaks
- Capture moments and share them with parents
- Record learning observations
To learn more about how to use iBlum insights to create better learning outcomes, don't forget to check out our Teacher's Insights Guide.