Digital Learning Using Google Classroom for Teachers Paud Dabin I Semarang
Posted on: 2021-12-21 11:10:38
Google Classroom is one of the LMS (Learning Management System) developed by Google, which aims to simplify creating, distributing, and grading assignments without having to meet face-to-face. The main purpose of using Google Classroom is to streamline the process of sharing files in the learning process in this case between teachers and students, making it easier for teachers and students to interact flexibly, including conducting learning administration such as sharing class materials, assignments, quizzes, grades and discussions between teacher and student). Google Classroom can be installed via desktop (PC, laptop) or mobile (smartphone), making it very easy for users. Another advantage is that various integrated applications that are quite familiar from Google such as Drive, Gmail and Calendar can be synchronized with one another, even if the teacher is not working with a PC or laptop.
Based on this, on August 14, 2021, a community service program for PAUD DABIN I teachers was carried out regarding the use of Google Classroom as an LMS to help create an offline learning process that is not monotonous and reduces the problems that exist while using the Whatsapp application. The activities are carried out using the following methods:
1. Lecture and practice Through this method, LMS is presented in general such as the understanding, constraints, challenges and developments in the industrial revolution 4.0. Then also specifically conveyed the use of Google Classroom such as Creating Virtual Classes and inviting students to virtual classes in Google Classroom; Add materials or teaching materials in Google Classroom; Communicate with students using the Stream and E-Mail features in Google Classroom; Using the Reuse Post feature in Google Classroom; Move, copy, delete and archive virtual classes in Google Classroom; During the lecture, participants were also given examples and opportunities to use Google Classroom.
2. Active Discussion With this method, participants can directly ask questions and discuss with the community service team
3. Evaluation In order to know the description of the success of this service and improvement for the next community service, an evaluation is carried out by giving participants questions in the form of a questionnaire before and after the implementation of the service.
With the implementation of this service, it is hoped that the understanding and skills of educators at PAUD DABIN I will increase in understanding the concept of information technology, especially the use of LMS, especially Google Classroom in supporting online learning. The combination of lecture and practice methods that explain the meaning, use, benefits and abilities of using NGOs and Google Classroom will increase the motivation of participants to apply NGOs, especially Google Classroom, to the subjects taught by participants.
