- Log in to Google Classroom and click + to create a class
- Give the class a name (ex: Mitchellville Teaching & Learning) and click Create
- To add your first PLC document click the + sign and select Assignment
- Give the assignment a title (ex: PLC Week of Sept 4), due date (typically the last day of that week)
- Add a topic tag (this will make it easier for teachers to locate past assignments and posts using the topic bar on the side of the class page.) Since we are using this for all building level teaching and learning opportunities, we have three topic tags.
- Attach any files or links using the attachment options. (decided if you want each student to have a copy, or if you want the document view only).
- If you want it available immediately, simply click “Assign.”
- If you’d like to schedule posts, click the arrow next to “assign” and choose “schedule.” Select the due date and click “Schedule.”
- Invite students to join the course
- Click “Students” at the top of you classroom
- Click “Students” at the top of you classroom
- Click “Invite students” and type in their email(s)
- To view PLC documents during or after the PLC meeting, click on “Done” or “Not done” and open PLC facilitator’s document.
- To post resources (slides shows, PDFs, handouts, etc.) that teachers will refer to but not complete, simply choose “Announcement” instead.
- Every time you post a new announcement or assignment, students enrolled in the course automatically receive an email.