How to stop students getting distracted on devices. Explore tools to minimise student distraction!
Technology is an incredible gateway to information, but it also presents a constant battle against off-task behaviour. When a device becomes a source of distraction rather than a learning tool, educators need reliable, efficient ways to steer students back to the lesson.
Classroom management software such as NetSupport School and classroom.cloud has become an essential component of the digital learning toolkit. With these solutions, teachers can monitor, control, and, when necessary, restrict student device activity in real-time.
Total control and visibility
By proactively managing the digital learning environment, teachers can focus on what they do best rather than playing a constant game of “catch-the-distraction.” Here are some key features that help reduce distraction on devices:
- Monitor students’ screens: To help discourage off-task browsing, teachers can view thumbnails of every student’s screen to see the applications they are using, the websites they are visiting, what they are typing and who they are collaborating with.
- Application and website controls: Teachers can define “Approved” and “Restricted” lists for both websites and applications. If students are playing games or using unauthorised apps, teachers can block them with a single click.
- Blank/lock screens: When immediate attention is required, teachers can blank student screens or lock their mice and keyboards. This physical intervention ensures all eyes are on the teacher, not the screen.
- Remote control: If a student needs help, teachers can easily remote control their screen to instruct them or remedy their activity.
- USB/webcam/audio controls: Ensure focus with the ability to allow or block USB and webcam use during lesson time, and mute/unmute.
- Launch a website or application: Instantly ensure all your students are looking at the right thing by launching a URL or app directly on their devices – saving precious time!
NetSupport has two classroom management solutions (on-premise and cloud-based) to help teachers easily control their classrooms and support any learning environment. Discover how our software can help manage your classrooms with ease.