Classroom

One of the newest tools in the

Google Apps of Education Suite

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Teachers can distribute an assignment and collect it

paperlessly.

Feedback on assignments is easy and instantly available

Teachers can set up their classes easily

Drive folders are created for each student to make

organization easier for students and teachers.

Classroom communication is done instantly and students can help each

other with questions

Coordinates with Google Docs, Google Drive and Gmail

Benefits of using Google Classroom

Google Classroom creates an easy flow of information

Steps for using Classroom

1. Teacher uses Google Classroom to create a “class” for each class they teach. Students are added to each “class” or students can join using a code.

2. Students “join” their class in Classroom.3. Teacher can add an announcement or an assignment to

each class individually.4. Teacher creates a worksheet using Google Docs.5. Teacher attaches the worksheet to the assignment and

enters in a due date and time.6. Students complete the worksheet and turn it in online.7. Teacher can see when each worksheet is turned in and

who has work left to be completed.8. The assignment is graded and returned to the student

within Classroom.9. If edit rights are given, a student may make changes to

the graded assignment to be re-submitted.10. All steps have been completed without using a single

sheet of paper.

ISTE Standards for Teachers2. Design and develop digital agelearning experiences and assessmentsTeachers design, develop, and evaluateauthentic learning experiences and assessmentsincorporating contemporary tools and resourcesto maximize content learning in context andto develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudesidentified in the Standards3. Model digital age work and learningTeachers exhibit knowledge, skills, and workprocesses representative of an innovativeprofessional in a global and digital society.

ISTE Standards for Students2. Communication and collaborationStudents use digital media and environments tocommunicate and work collaboratively, includingat a distance, to support individual learning andcontribute to the learning of others.

References

Google for Education: Google in your classroom. (n.d.). Retrieved February 1, 2015, from http://www.google.com/edu/training/get-trained

ISTE Standards. (n.d.). Retrieved February 1, 2015, from http://www.iste.org/standards