First and foremost, use a Chromium-Based Browser
Compatible Browsers:
Chrome
Edge
Understanding Ephemeral Sessions
CloudApps Classroom sessions are like magic. They appear when you need them and disappear when you're done, leaving no trace behind.
But here's the catch: if you don't save your work before the session ends, it’s gone forever.
Saving Your Work
Save to the Cloud: It is extremely important to save all your work to the cloud (Google Drive, OneDrive).
First Thing to Do: As soon as you launch the class, make it a habit to log into Google Drive or OneDrive. This should be the first thing you do every time.
Staying Active
Keep It Moving: CloudApps Classrooms will close after 15 minutes of inactivity. If it closes and you haven't saved your work, it's lost. Keep the mouse moving and stay active!
Manage Your Time
Launch your CloudApps Classroom as soon as your class start:. This will get your session spinning up so it is ready for you.
Optimizing CloudApps Classroom Experience
Minor Stalls: Click the browser refresh button.
Clear Browser Cache: Regularly clear the browser cache to declutter storage.
Rebooting Devices: Fully reboot devices (powering them down and back on) at least once a week. This allows district updates to be installed.
Manage Open Tabs: Avoid having too many open tabs.
Save Often: Regularly remind yourself to save your work.
Using CloudApps Classroom Anywhere
You can use CloudApps Classroom from anywhere, including home, to do your homework.
Understand the following terms:
End-user: A student or instructor who logs into the labs and works with the installed applications.
Instance / Ephemeral instance: A virtual machine hosted in Google Cloud Platform. An ephemeral instance exists only during the user session.
Lab: A remote session hosted by itopia, providing a Windows experience with access to specific applications needed for curriculum.
Virtual Machine: The virtualization or emulation of a computer system, providing the functionality of a physical computer.
By following these best practices, you'll ensure a smooth and productive experience with CloudApps Classroom. Always remember to save your work and stay active in your sessions!