Googel Classroom

GOOGLE CLASSROOM :

Google Classroom is an application that was created in September 2014 to help teachers create a centralized digital space where they could interact with their students, as well send out announcements or assignments. Students also have the option to "hand in" assignments electronically.

Ultimately this digital platform creates a paperless environment by leveraging the power of Google Docs. Drive and Gmail in one platform.

WHY I USE GOOGLE CLASSROOM ? 

Students of this generation were born and raised in the digital age. More often than not, they respond quite readily to digital technology. So not only will the dig tools increase student engagement but it allows me to organize. Interact and deliver content in one centralized space.

In the end, I can be more efficient with my time. Its also environmentally friendly by cutting down on paper use in the classroom.

BENEFITS OF GOOGLE CLASSROOM :

1.Paperless

  Teachers and students won’t have excessive amounts of paper to shuffle since Classroom is completely paperless. When teachers upload assignments and assessments to Classroom, they are simultaneously saved to Drive. Students can complete assignments and assessments directly through Classroom, and their work is also saved to Drive. Students can access missed work due to absences and locate other resources they may need.

2.Time saver

  Classroom is a huge time saver. With all resources saved in one place and the ability to access Classroom anywhere, teachers will have more free time to complete other tasks. Since Classroom can be accessed from a mobile device, teachers and students can participate through their phones or tablets.

Add students easily

Manage multiple classes

Teach together

Assignments: Customized ,Individual 

3.Communication 

     Built-in tools make communicating with students and parents a breeze. Teachers and students can send emails, post to the stream, send private comments on assignments, and provide feedback on work. Teachers have full control over student comments and posts. They can also communicate with parents through individual emails or through Classroom email summaries which include class announcements and due dates.

4. Data analysis 

In order to make learning meaningful, teachers should analyze data from assessments to ensure students are understanding learning objectives. Data from assessments can easily be exported into Sheets for sorting and analysis.

5. Feedback 

 Providing meaningful feedback to students is a valuable part of all learning. Within the grading tool of Classroom, teachers can send feedback to each student on assignments. The ability to create a comment bank for future use is also available within the grading tool. In addition, the Classroom mobile app allows users to annotate work.