Effective Distance Learning with Chromebooks

With the continued difficulties related to COVID-19, many schools are preparing to deliver distance learning programs and looking for technology solutions to meet those requirements - posing challenges for IT administrators.

Due to their high level of security and ease of management, Chromebooks have become a leading option to meet the complexities of delivering successful distance learning.

Sending Chromebooks home for distance learning

Chromebooks can be managed remotely from the Google Admin console, providing an advantage for schools and IT administrators to simply manage thousands of devices. Every device's applications will update automatically, with no requirement to manually install software or log in to the device to set up.

Using Chromebooks from home

Many students around the globe don’t have connectivity at home, Offline edit and access is available with G Suite on Chromebooks. Students can access and edit files in Google Drive offline, as well as take photos and record videos while offline in Chromebooks.

Sharing information with families

Please be aware that some parents might not be familiar with Chromebooks. GoPomeloenables schools and admins to share information with parents to explain your distance learning plans, share how the devices work and how they can assist and support students during the transition.

Source: https://www.blog.google/outreach-initiatives/education/covid19-chromebooks/