Getting Started with Edmodo
We’ve organized some resources to help you begin engaging students and communicating with parents in your digital classroom.
Getting Started with Edmodo
We’ve organized some resources to help you begin engaging students and communicating with parents in your digital classroom.
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1 – 2 – 3. A Starter Guide for Teachers
Step 1: Set up your Classes
We recommend creating a set of Classes that supports your teaching schedule. There are plenty of ways teachers set up their schedule on Edmodo, by period, subject, or using Small Groups. Learn more
- Select the “···” icon by the “My Classes” heading in the left panel.
- Select “Create a Class” from the menu options that appear.
- Enter the information and click “Create.” If your Class spans multiple grade levels, click “Range” and then set the range of grade levels.
Step 2: Invite your Students
Once your teaching schedule is set up, invite your students to join your Classes. There are a few different ways you can get your students to join either in class or at home. Learn more
To invite students using the Class Code:
- Find the 6-digit Code in the Class header at the top of your Class page.
- Share this Code directly with students.
See this Help Center article for more information.
IMPORTANT: Class Codes should never be shared in unsecure public spaces. Make sure you understand your Class Code before using it.
Take a guided tour of an Edmodo Class
Take a guided tour of an Edmodo Class
Step 3: Start a Conversation
Now that your Class is set up and you’ve added students, it’s time for the magic to happen. To start, try sending a Welcome Note or a Poll. Sprinkle in a few updates about your class. Learn more
If you’re ready to dive into Quizzes, Assignments, and other Edmodo features, see below.
Send a Welcome Note
Post an introductory Note your students. You can even Pin the Post to keep it at the top of your Class page for your students’ first few days. If you want, you can encourage them to reply to your Post to help them learn how to use Edmodo.
Poll your Class
Start a Poll to get your students engaged right away. Polls can be used as icebreakers or as informal assessments (like bell ringers or exit tickets) for the day’s lesson. Keep in mind that Polls are anonymous and students won’t be able to see the Poll results until they submit their own response.
Share Updates, Activities, and Class Resources
Try using Edmodo Posts in different ways to complement your lesson plan. Use rich text to make your message to students stand out. Create an Agenda to share resources and set class expectations. Also, be sure to take advantage of Edmodo’s built-in Assignments and Quizzes features.
