Reflection: ICT tool (Google Classroom)

A while ago in our recent ICT class, we were introduced to Google Classroom, and we had the chance to explore it by creating our own virtual classroom. I had heard about Google Classroom before, not only heard but during covid time, google classroom had been our primary source of learning, which was imposed byt the government and every school had to use it, but I had never actually created one myself, so this activity gave me a hands-on experience and helped me understand how useful this tool really is, especially in a learning environment.

 

 Our task was to create a classroom from scratch, invite some of our friends to join, and explore the features that make it work. At first, I thought it might be a bit complicated, but I was surprised by how user-friendly and organized the platform is. Setting up the class was simple, we just gave it a name, chose a subject, and added a short description. Once that was done, we invited others by entering their email addresses or sharing the class code, and they were able to join easily. What stood out to me the most was how well everything is structured in Google Classroom. There are separate sections for announcements, assignments, materials, and classwork, which makes it easy to stay organized. I tried posting an assignment and setting a deadline, and I could see how helpful that would be for both teachers and students to manage their tasks in one place. The "People" tab also made it easy to keep track of who joined the class and what their roles were.

 

 Another great feature I noticed was how everything is connected to Google Drive. All the assignments and documents can be stored and accessed there, which makes it really convenient for organizing class materials. There’s also an option to schedule posts, attach files, and even add quizzes through Google Forms, which makes it a powerful tool for both teaching and learning. Overall, I found this Google Classroom very useful. It gave me a better understanding of how Google Classroom can be used in real educational settings. It’s more than just a place to post announcements, it’s a full system that supports teaching, learning, and communication. I now feel more confident using it, and I can see how valuable it can be for students, teachers, or anyone managing online learning. This experience definitely opened my eyes to how technology can make education more accessible and organized.