Google Classroom, a platform for classroom management
Group/pair work - classmatesWhole classTeacherStudentCourse management
Description: Google Classroom is a communication platform between teachers and students. Teachers create virtual classrooms where they can share assignments, announcements, and resources with students. Students then join these classrooms using a unique code provided by the teacher and can access assignments, submit work, and engage in discussions within the platform. Google Classroom is free to use for schools, teachers, and students. Users are required to sign up for a Google account to access Google Classroom.
Evaluation: Google Classroom is a straightforward and valuable tool since it allows sharing files and keeps records of assignments and course content. It has both browser and app versions, so it can be used on the go. Its different features make it a versatile tool that also helps with correcting homework and monitoring student progress. Google Classroom is easy to use, particularly for users familiar with Google’s suite of tools. Overall, it is not the most privacy-friendly course management tool, but it is practical.
Cost: Free with registration and a Google account.
Type Of Interaction:
Group/pair work - classmates,
Individual work,
Usability and tech notes ▼
Time efficiency 
Time needed to learn how to use a tool and its time-saving potential: Medium.
Interface language(s) The number of languages in which the tool is currently available/adaptable to: Dozens of languages.
Respect for privacy Privacy evaluations indicate how a tool handles personal data collection, storage, and sharing, including GDPR compliance and security measures, among others. The ICT-REV team provides them for informational purposes, reflecting our best understanding at the time of review, but assumes no legal responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of these evaluations and encourages users to conduct their own assessments: Medium. Google is well known for using user data for advertising and marketing purposes, but it does offer a high degree of data security. Google Classroom does not show personalised advertisements on its interface. It also allows users to visualise and download their data anytime. Google Classroom does not state compliance with the GDPR. See more here.
Saving work for future use Can work be saved for future use?: Yes, with an account.
Any other relevant information:
- Installation required?: Not for the browser version; yes for the apps.
- Compatibility/ Operating System: Not for the browser version; Android, iOS.