Using My Game System for Distance Learning

Just about any device that connects to the internet can be a useful tool for distance learning. Any game system that you might have that has an internet connection and web browser app or functionality can be used to access sites like Google Classroom, Google Drive, Youtube and many others.

Accessing Google Classroom on Game Consoles

(For PS4) Open "Internet Browser" or Google Chrome App if installed.

You can find Google classroom multiple ways:

1. Hit Δ (Triangle) on controller to access search bar.

Search Google Classroom and hit R2 to Search

Hit the link and log in as normal.

2. Use D-Pad to move cursor to address bar

Type "Classroom.google.com" and Hit R2 to enter

Log in using your school email and password

Left Joystick (L3) acts as a mouse.

You will have to Type one letter at a time by using L3 and X to enter letter you want to select.

Right Joystick (R3) will drag keyboard overlay around the screen when visible.

Note: Any USB mouse or keyboard may be plugged directly into the PS4 and used. Also, Any Bluetooth mouse or keyboard can be connected as well.

*X-box should have very similar steps.*