Apple Classroom

Explore your teaching assistant . . .

NEW CHANGES!!!

TEACHERS and STUDENTS must use their GPISD Managed Apple ID! This should already be the case with students.

SKYWARD courses are loaded in the app . . . no teacher-created rooms (well . . . almost)! If you have multiple sections of the same period, some additional setup is required. But it's doable.

For staff, the format is the following: first.last@appleid.gpisd.org. You must be logged into your iPad with your managed Apple ID for a smooth workflow.
MAID (Managed Apple ID) vs. Standard Apple ID

Here's the skinny:

View every student's screen in real time, and then tap to get a closer view.
Share an app or webpage instantly with every student's iPad.
Project/showcase student work via Screen Mirroring (AirPlay) when your iPad is connected to a projector.
Create Groups within a class for better personalized and collaborative learning.
Lock iPads completely when necessary.
Lock an app to guide student learning, especially Canvas! Here's how:

Implement a class expectation that all tests/quizzes must be taken on Dubiski-issued iPads and in the Canvas app. Doing so, creates a "lockdown browser" solution for assessments. Activate in THREE steps once students have joined your class:

More details . . .

If you'd like one-on-one help getting started or using Apple Classroom in the classroom, ask Shane or Michelle! Take a look at this User Guide also!