How to use Edmodo
Below are the basics for getting started with Edmodo. For more detailed information from beginning to end click on the Edmodo Training Workshop link below.
1. Sign-Up
When you reach the home page for Edmodo you will see this screen. You will need to select teacher. After selecting teacher, you will need to complete some registration information. Create a username and password. Be sure to read the TERMS OF SERVICE before you sign up. It is important to note that students below the age of 13 must receive parental permission to create an account. You will want to talk to someone within your district to determine the legality and forms that need to be on file if you choose to use this within your classroom. Upon account creation you will immediately be taking to the home page of your account.
2. Group Creation
You will need to select a group name, identify the grade, and subject content. Then press the create button and your first group has been created. You will be given an access code upon creation. This will be used by your students and parents to access your new group and join your virtual
classroom.
classroom.
3. Posting and Replying
Creating a post is simple in Edmodo. It allows you to add wesbite links or upload a file from your computer. This allows you to provide students with excellent resources to accomplish many tasks. You can also select the schedule option and make posts available at certain times so that students do not complete assignments until you are ready for them to have access to the item.
Watch the video below to learn more about posting and replying in Edmodo.
4. Create an assessment
Edmodo is a great place to create quizzes for students. You can create assessments that can be used year after year and edited as needed. This is a great feature to use to get quick access to student scores of your tests. Students will be able to immediately check their responses and will be able to review for future tests. This allows you to assess students as often as you would like. A variety of test formats are available, such as mulitiple choice, true/false, short answer, and matching. Tests can also be timed and scheduled to be available on a date you want the students to access the assessment.