Google Classroom is an app that allows instructors and students to connect and implement online classes. Developed by Google LLC, this platform is available to anyone who has a Google account. The app has the advantage of facilitating communication and assignment distribution.

What is Google Classroom?

Google Classroom is a free blended learning platform developed by Google and designed for educational institutions. It aims to create and distribute assignments, share files between teachers and students, and features everything a class needs to focus on learning and knowledge.

What are the key features of Google Classroom?

Easy-to-use: One of the biggest advantages of the app is that it is very easy to use. To make sure everyone is connected, teachers and instructors can add everyone manually or create a code and share it with the students for a given class.
Communication: Google Classroom is easy to set up but it also enhances communication. Discussions can be started directly and users can share files and resources with each other for the class.
Organization: In addition to the above, Google Classroom makes it easier for instructors to structure their classes and the assignments. All the necessary docs, photos, and else can be centralized in one place - Google Drive - so students can access the material in no time and whenever they need to.
Save Time: Finally, because Google Classroom is a virtual classroom, documents aren't in a paper format, which makes it easier to stock them, as well as to go through them.

How to use Google Classroom?

The best way to learn everything you need to use Google Classroom is by consulting the dedicated Get Started guide from Google.

How to leave a Google Classroom?

On the class, click More (the three-aligned dots) > Unenroll.
Click Unenroll to confirm.
Note that your school may have turned off the option for students to unenroll from classes. If so, you need to contact someone in the IT office for assistance or ask the teacher to remove you.

How to archive a class?

When you are finished teaching a class, it can be convenient to archive it so it is placed in a separate area to preserve class materials, student work, and posts.

Archive a class

On the class, click More (the three-aligned dots) > Archive.
Click Archive to confirm.

View an archived class

In Google Classroom, tap Menu (the three aligned bars), scroll down, and click Archived classes.
Select the class you want to view.

Restore an archived class

In Google Classroom, tap Menu (the three aligned bars), scroll down, and click Archived classes.
On the class, click More (the three-aligned dots) > Restore.
Click Restore to confirm.

How to install Google Classroom for PC?

Although Google Classroom was designed for mobile devices, it may be easier to use the application on a computer or laptop. There is no such thing as an official Google Classroom version, but thanks to the below workaround you can enjoy the service from the big screen of your PC.

First thing you have to do is to download the ZIP file containing both the BlueStacks emulator installation file and the Google Classroom APK. Now you just have to follow the instructions that can be found inside the same ZIP file. Once Google Classroom is installed you can log in with your Google Account.

Is Google Classroom free?

You can download and use this app for free. Can't wait to explore the functionalities of Google Classroom? Scroll to the top of this page and click the green download button.

Is Google Classroom safe?

As always, we recommend reading the official Privacy policy before installing - because the app is developed by Google LLC, the same privacy policy as for all Google apps applies. This includes potentially students' data tracking and collecting, for example, from their YouTube accounts (if enabled). When it comes to safety, Google Classroom has a history of students cyberbullying other students.