What is Google Classroom? #
Google Classroom is a service that simplifies creating, distributing and grading assessments. Using this tool helps keep learners organised and gives users the ability to create and customise assignment materials.
Benefits of Google Classroom #
Below are just some of the benefits of using Google Classroom:
Teachers can add students directly or share a code with their class to join. It takes just minutes to set up. You can use our quick start guide:
The simple, paperless assignment workflow allows teachers to create, review and mark assignments quickly, all in one place
View, edit and provide real time feedback on an individual’s work
Post questions and polls for students to interact with
Teachers can add resources such as videos, Google Forms surveys and lots more
Students can see all of their assignments on an assignments page, and all class materials are automatically filed into folders in Google Drive
Classroom allows teachers to send announcements and start class discussions instantly. Students can share resources with each other or provide answers to questions on the stream.
Using Classroom in Glow #
Education Scotland has configured Google Classroom for the following: