Research Hub > ISTELive 24: Manage K–12 Chromebooks with the Google Admin Console
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ISTELive 24: Manage K–12 Chromebooks with the Google Admin Console

School IT professionals need to know the right settings to easily secure and deploy Chromebooks in their classrooms.School IT professionals need to know the right settings to easily secure and deploy Chromebooks in their classrooms.

The Google Admin console can be overwhelming, but with the right training, K–12 IT professionals can wield this powerful tool to their advantage. Configuring the settings in this platform enables IT teams to deploy, secure and manage student devices throughout the entirety of their lifecycles.

Participants:

Kendal Shomura, Senior Education Consultant, CDW Amplified for Education

Video Highlights:

  • Security settings in the Google Admin console ensure devices update when they need to and prevent students from tampering with schools’ sites.
  • Work with a partner to lay the groundwork for device refreshes and deployments.
  • Don’t lose track of Chromebooks; manage the device lifecycle with the help of Gopher for Chrome and Google Admin console tools.

Rebecca Torchia

CDW Expert
Rebecca is an editor for EdTech: Focus on K–12. Driven by curiosity and a passion for learning, she has written for many industries, with work appearing in WeddingWire, Modern Luxury DC and Pro Construction Guide. She has also helped bring numerous podcasts to life. When she’s not working, this Pittsburgh native, now Maryland resident, enjoys hiking, D&D and planning her next getaway.