Getting started with eSpark is easy! Follow the steps below to learn how to set up your class and start using eSpark.

Getting your account set up is quick and easy!

Get started by signing up or logging in at mc.esparklearning.com/teachers/signup. You can sign up with Google, Clever, ClassLink, or your school email address. We'll ask you a few questions, including what grade(s) you teach, what school you teach at, and what curricula you are using.

💡 You can update your account information at any time from the Customize eSpark settings on your Teacher Dashboard.

1. Go to the Class Roster in your eSpark settings (found in the Profile Icon in the bottom left corner) and click the green +Add Students button.

2. Take a quick look at the Grade column on the Class Roster to confirm each student is listed at their current grade level. The grade level listed should reflect students’ actual grade levels, not the level each student is currently working at. If a student's grade level is incorrect, click Edit to fix it.

You can find your class’s login instructions by clicking on Log in instructions on the Class Roster.

💡 When 1st-5th grade students log into eSpark, they'll get started with a placement quiz. Students outside of this grade range get started on grade level, and eSpark adapts based on their performance.

Begin to think about what eSpark will look like in your classroom. How will you utilize your Teacher Dashboard reports and eSpark's other key features to support student learning?

The adaptive learning path is a core part of the eSpark experience for most teachers. As students progress through the curriculum, the adaptive path ensures each student is working at the right instructional level by adjusting lesson sequences based on proficiency. Regardless of grade level, subject, or topic, students will receive direct instruction, interactive practice activities, and regular assessments.

The adaptive path is available when students log into eSpark. It is found under the “My Quests” section. Each Quest is aligned with at least one standard.

💡 Want to learn more about how eSpark decides what students should work on? Check out our adaptive path deep-dive article.

💡 With our new Assignments First Mode, students will be required to complete teacher-given assignments, before being able to access their adaptive pathways. This setting can be turned off by teachers in the Customize eSpark page.

In addition to the student-led adaptive path, you can assign hundreds of pre-built Assignments. Use Nova to align with your Core Curricula or search grade level, topic, or skill to find a 15-minute lesson that meets your needs in the Browse All Assignments section.

Once students complete the lesson, you’ll have access to a data report giving you insight into who has mastered the skill and who needs more support.

As students work on eSpark, you’ll see multiple reports on the teacher dashboard full of actionable and easy-to-understand data. Click the links below to learn how each of the reports works.

We recommend checking these reports regularly. We’ll also send you key insights weekly via email to help you stay informed.

We recommend that students use eSpark for about an hour per week. This is typically 2-3 times a week for about 20 minutes each time but varies from classroom to classroom. Ask yourself the following questions to determine how to best implement eSpark in your classroom.

💡 Your classroom's needs are unique and may change throughout the year. Feel free to make adjustments as the year progresses!

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