HP Classroom Manager A Glossary

A Glossary

Term	Definition
Chat	Allows a two-way on-screen chat session between you and a student so assistance
	can be provided without disturbing the rest of the class. You can also allow a group
	chat session between students.
Class Wizard	The Class Wizard, which loads on startup, provides you with a simple to use interface
	in order to combine the elements required during a lesson.
Co-browse	A simple and straightforward interface that enables you to navigate students through
	various Web pages with the added security of locking/unlocking students to or from a
	Web page, depending on the needs of the lesson.
Device control	Prevent data being copied to or from USB devices, CD/DVD drives and the creation of
	new network drives for the duration of the class.
Keyboard monitoring	Provides a real-time insight into student activity by allowing the teacher to quickly view
	any typed content while using approved applications.
Lesson planner	Pre-plan the scope of a lesson, building in appropriate timings and prompts as
	required.
Message monitoring	Monitor and control the use of Messenger applications during a lesson.
Monitor mode	You can see a thumbnail view of all connected students' computers. The Auto Zoom
	feature allows you to mouse over a specific student thumbnail for a better view.
	Student thumbnails can be sized using a flexible slide-bar enabling you to make better
	use of the space available on your screen.
Screen capture	Keep a visual record of student activity by taking a ‘snapshot’ of a student's screen.
Student or Client	The workstation that is being shown to, viewed or taken over.
Student journal	During a typical class, all appropriate items relating to the subject can be captured and
	automatically included in a PDF file for post-lesson review by each student.
Student register	Keep in touch with each class and prompt the students to register their details. Their
	real names can be displayed on the teacher screen instead of a less meaningful
	computer name. Ideal for use with the Classroom Layout feature. Student registration
	details can be viewed in a Registration Report that can be saved for each class.
Student toolbar	Provides a quick and convenient way for students to access the resources required for
	a given lesson. The student toolbar is located at the top of each student screen and
	can be set to be always visible, hidden, or to auto-hide.
Surveys	Obtain instant feedback by displaying a question on the student screens. Receive real-
	time analysis of the student's responses. Publish survey results to all students.
Teacher toolbar	When your application is minimized a convenient toolbar is provided for quick access to
	key features within Classroom Manager. This toolbar is optimized for use with virtual
	whiteboards.
Teacher or Tutor	The workstation that shows to or views/takes over the student's computer.
Tech Console	Specifically for Lab Technicians and Network Managers to manage and maintain the
	computers.

26 Appendix A Glossary