Case Study: North Canton City School District boosts student engagement and video creation with Screencastify

A Model of Simplicity for Creating the Best Student Outcomes

North Canton City School District, a K-12 district with over 300 teachers, faced the challenge of integrating technology effectively without overwhelming its educators. The Director of Technology sought frictionless tools that aligned with the TPACK model, avoiding "shiny new tools" without a purpose, to help teachers focus on pedagogy and content rather than the technology itself.

The district implemented Screencastify's Record and Edit tools, securing a district-wide license for all teachers and students. The solution's simplicity led to widespread adoption and sustained use, even after a return to in-person learning. Results included nearly 23,000 videos created in a single school year, with Screencastify enabling increased student engagement, new opportunities for re-teaching, and empowering students to become creators. The Director of Technology hailed Screencastify as one of the best tools the district has ever rolled out.

North Canton City School District

Kim Nidy

Director of Technology