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The check command
Tobias Graski2/6/20232 min read

Using the Check Command for Student Attendance Tracking

As a teacher, keeping track of student attendance can be a time-consuming task. With the check command, you can streamline this process and quickly check in your students. In this blog post, we'll show you how to use the check command for student attendance tracking on your Discord server.

Requirements

Before you start using the check command for attendance tracking, make sure that your Discord bot has the following requirements:

  • The ability to send predetermined messages and react to messages in the Discord server.

  • Access to schoolutilities to store the attendance results online. More information can be found here.

Using the Check Command

To use the check command for student attendance tracking, follow these steps:

  1. Type the command /check in the Discord server where you want to take attendance.

  2. Provide the role that represents your students.

  3. Specify the duration for which the check-in button will be active (in seconds).

Once you have entered the necessary information, the bot will send a predetermined message in the Discord server with a check-in button. Your students will have the specified time limit to press the button and check in. If the user who executed the check command is registered with schoolutilities, the attendance results will be stored and can be viewed online.

Tips for Making the Most of the Check Command

Here are a few tips to help you make the most of the check command for student attendance tracking:

  • Set a reasonable duration for the check-in button to give students enough time to check in, but not too much time that it becomes too long to wait.

Conclusion

The check command is a powerful tool for teachers to efficiently track student attendance. By following these steps and tips, you'll be able to use the command easily and effectively. So, why not give it a try and see how it can help you keep track of your students' attendance on your Discord server!