Tech Ready advice
This page outlines the key responsibilities of Blackpool Sixth Form College students in relation to using devices to support their learning.
Part 1: Setting up your device
Setting up your device is a bit different depending on which device you have brought to college:
Click the relevant category for instructions for getting signed in and set up to work
Instructions for Chromebook users
Instructions for MacBooks or PC laptops
Instructions for tablets or iPads
Part 2: Getting used to the College systems
Video 1: The basics of Google Drive
This video will show you how to
Find Google drive
Create a document
Save that document
Create folders
Put things in folders and keep your files organised.
If you have a problem playing the video, please click this link to access an alternative stream
Student intro to Drive (1).mp4(9+) _ Student intro to Classroom.mp4Video 2: Introduction to Google Classroom
This video will introduce you to the basics of
finding work on Google Classroom
completing tasks on Google Classroom
submitting work on Classroom
communicating with your teacher via Classroom
If you encounter a problem playing this video, please click this link to access an alternative stream
Part 3: Using your device productively
This section explores the ways in which you can make a success of using your device in class and beyond. It contains some short and simple advice that can have a big impact on your studies.
Not allowing your device to be a distraction
Keeping your device charged
When it's appropriate to use and not to use
Technology etiquette (good manners)
Organisation
Real world skills and technology
Part 4: Other apps and services you may find useful
Part 5: What if you need help?
Your subject tutors will be able to help you with many questions and will be your first port of call. If you are unable to find an answer from your teachers then you can email our help desk (8.30-4.30, Mon to Friday) and we will endeavour to solves your issues as quickly as we can.