Here are the steps on how to set up Apple Classroom using iPads
- If the Apple Classroom app has not been previously installed on your iPad. You can find the app in Self Service.
- Create a class in Apple Classroom. Tap the + button in the top left corner of the app and then select Create New Class. Enter a name for your class and then tap Create.
- Add students to your class. You can add students to your class by entering their names or email addresses. You can also scan their barcodes using the iPad's camera.
- Prepare student devices. Make sure that the student devices are enrolled in Apple School Manager and that they have the latest version of iOS installed. You may also want to configure the devices using Apple Configurator 2.
- Have students join your class. When you are ready to start class, have students open the Apple Classroom app on their devices. They will see your class listed in the Available Classes section. Tap the Join button to join your class.
Once students have joined your class, you can start sharing content with them, assigning them tasks, and monitoring their progress.
Here are some additional tips for setting up Apple Classroom:
- Make sure that you have a strong Wi-Fi network in your classroom. Apple Classroom relies on Wi-Fi to connect to student devices.
- If you have a lot of students in your class, you may want to consider using a classroom pod. A classroom pod is a group of iPads that are connected to each other and to a central computer. This can help to improve the performance of Apple Classroom and make it easier to manage a large number of students.
- Take some time to familiarize yourself with the Apple Classroom app. There are a lot of features in the app, so it's important to know how to use them.
- Be patient with students as they get used to Apple Classroom. It may take some time for them to learn how to use the app and how to participate in class activities.
I hope this helps! Let me know if you have any other questions.
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