G-Suite HUB

Using G Suite for
Teaching and Learning


We're using G Suite for Education as the platform to help us communicate and collaborate with colleagues and students. It's a free set of tools for schools from Google. Use this website to access the key tools you'll need and learn more about how to use them.

Your Google environment is managed by Next Generation, for assistance in using the platform you can,

Email google.classroom@techsupport.org.uk

or Call 01132 360650


Google Classroom


Set, manage and assess work for your classes which are already created for you. You can also allow students to ask questions and schedule assignments in advance.


Google Drive


Create and store documents, spreadsheets and presentations here. Share with colleagues to collaborate. All of the student work from Classroom is automatically stored in Drive

Google Chat


Instant message with your colleagues individually or in rooms. Ideal for sharing ideas for your year group or subject.


Google Meet


Create video calls to chat with colleagues. Only teachers can create meetings. For use with students, generate a Meet link in Classroom.


Get Training


Google has a whole host of training resources specifically aimed at teachers. Use the resources below to get started whether you're a complete beginner or have had previous experience with G Suite for Education


Beginner


Teach from Home


Find resources to get started with delivering remote learning at the Teach from Home website. Looking for a step by step guide? Try starting with the toolkit instead.


Getting Started with Google for Education


Get 8 video tutorials delivered to your inbox in a single email. Each tutorial takes just 5 minutes to complete and covers all the product basics. Want to take your time? Use this form to get one lesson per week for eight weeks.


Intermediate


Google for Education COVID-19 Resource Hub


Discover ways to engage students through distance learning by exploring a whole host of resources for saving time and engaging students.


Distance Learning for Educators Course


Keeping distance learning students on pace can be a challenge. Work through this course to discover how to use G Suite to stay connected no matter the distance.


General Resources


Google for Education Teacher Centre


Work through the modular, self-paced fundamentals or advanced training courses to discover the best strategies for teaching and learning with G Suite for Education.


First Day of G Suite for Education


Watch videos to help you get started on day one:

  • Google Classroom
  • Google Slides
  • Google Docs
  • Google Forms
  • Google Meet
  • Google Sites