GoGuardian Teacher

GoGuardian Teacher: Your Digital Classroom Management Tool

GoGuardian Teacher is a powerful tool that helps you manage and monitor student activity on District Chromebooks during digital lessons. It provides real-time insights into what students are working on, allows you to guide their learning, and helps maintain focus by limiting distractions during class time. With GoGuardian, you can ensure that students stay on task and use technology responsibly.

Why Use GoGuardian Teacher?

• Monitor Student Activity
  GoGuardian gives you a live view of your students’ screens, helping you monitor what they are working on in real-time. Whether students are in a classroom or learning remotely, you can ensure that they stay on task.

• Direct and Guide Student Learning
  Guide students through assignments by sending them resources, opening tabs on their devices, or locking their screens to direct attention to important tasks.

• Limit Distractions
  Block specific websites or content that may be distracting or inappropriate. With GoGuardian, you have control over what students can access during class time, helping them focus on their work.

• Communicate with Students
  Use the chat feature to send messages, answer questions, or provide individual guidance to students without disrupting the entire class.

Key Features for Teachers

1. Real-Time Monitoring

• View your students' screens in real-time to see exactly what they’re working on. You can view all student screens at once or zoom in on individual students for a closer look.

2. Tab Control and Screen Locking

• Open specific websites or resources on student devices, ensuring they are directed to the right material. You can also lock student screens to pause their activity and direct attention to important announcements or instructions.

3. Website Blocking

• Block specific websites or categories of content to keep students focused on their lessons. You can customize blocked site lists based on the needs of your class or for particular lessons.

4. Student Communication

• Use the chat feature to communicate directly with students. Whether answering questions, providing guidance, or offering encouragement, GoGuardian helps you interact with students individually without interrupting the entire class.

5. Attention Mode

• When you need to focus the entire class’s attention, use the Attention Mode feature to lock all student screens and display a custom message. This is great for transitioning between activities or emphasizing important instructions.

6. Reporting and Insights

• Access detailed reports on student activity during class sessions. You can review which websites students visited, how much time they spent on specific tasks, and identify patterns in their digital behavior.

How to Get Started with GoGuardian Teacher

1. Log In to GoGuardian

• Visit GoGuardian Teacher using the Colonial Staff Folder in Google Chrome and sign in with your school-provided Google account.

2. Create a Classroom

• Set up your digital classroom by importing your student rosters from Google Classroom or manually entering student details. This will allow you to monitor and manage the devices of the students in your class.

3. Start a Session

• Once your classroom is set up, start a GoGuardian session to begin monitoring student activity. You’ll be able to view students' screens, open tabs, block websites, and communicate with students during the session.

4. Use Tab Control and Screen Locking

• Guide students by opening specific tabs on their devices for them. If you need to get everyone’s attention, use the screen lock feature to pause their activities and focus on your instructions.

5. Review Activity Reports

• After each session, review activity reports to see how your students used their time. You can identify distractions, analyze productivity, and offer support where needed.

Best Practices for Teachers Using GoGuardian

1. Monitor Student Progress in Real-Time

• Keep an eye on what students are working on to ensure they’re staying on task. If you notice a student is off track, send them a quick message or open the correct resource on their device.

2. Block Distractions

• Set up custom website blocks for sites that may distract students during class time. You can block entertainment or social media sites to help students stay focused on their work.

3. Encourage Student Independence

• Use GoGuardian to guide students rather than micromanaging their every move. Set clear expectations, allow students to explore topics, and use monitoring features to support them when needed.

4. Use Communication Features Thoughtfully

• The chat feature is a great way to offer individual feedback or support without disrupting the entire class. Use it to answer questions privately or provide tailored guidance to specific students.

5. Review Reports to Identify Trends

• Go over session reports to track student productivity. If you notice that certain students are consistently distracted, use the data to offer targeted support or adjust your lesson plans accordingly.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. How do I monitor students using GoGuardian Teacher?

• Once you’ve started a session, you can view all your students' screens in real-time. Simply click on the student’s name to see what they’re working on or zoom in on their screen for a closer look.

2. Can I block websites during class?

• Yes! You can block specific websites or entire categories of websites that may be distracting for students. These blocked sites will be inaccessible to students during your session.

3. How do I lock student screens to get their attention?

• Use the Attention Mode feature to lock all student screens at once. You can also display a custom message, such as “Please pay attention,” to ensure they focus on your instructions.

4. Can I send private messages to students?

• Yes, GoGuardian allows you to send direct messages to individual students. Use the chat feature to provide guidance, answer questions, or offer feedback without disrupting the class.

5. How do I integrate GoGuardian with Google Classroom?

• You can import your Google Classroom rosters directly into GoGuardian Teacher. This makes it easy to set up your class and begin monitoring student devices right away.

Ready to Manage Your Digital Classroom with GoGuardian?

GoGuardian Teacher empowers you to manage your classroom effectively by ensuring students stay focused, providing guidance, and minimizing distractions. Sign in today to create a more productive, tech-enhanced learning environment.

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