Google Classroom
Designed for for primary teachers to spark real collaboration and high-energy learning.
Inbox Mystery: The Vanishing Homework
Present a scenario where a teacher’s inbox is overflowing with homework emails from 30 students, and one student’s submission mysteriously goes missing. Ask the group: What happened to the missing homework, and how could Google Classroom prevent this?
Tap to view the full activity.
Why this works
Framing the platform's core value as a relatable mystery leverages the curiosity gap, making everyone eager to discover how Google Classroom solves daily teacher headaches.
Google Classroom Myth Busters: The WhatsApp Group Edition
Put up three common beliefs about Google Classroom next to similar actions in a WhatsApp group, and have teachers vote true or false before you reveal which ones are myths.
Tap to view the full activity.
Why this works
This exposes misconceptions and primes everyone for new learning by making them commit to their current beliefs, a proven way to activate prior knowledge and curiosity.
Sticky Note Shout-Out: One App, One Word
Each participant writes down in one word what digital tool (besides Google Classroom) they use most with students—like YouTube, Zoom, or PDFs—and pins it to a shared board or wall.
Tap to view the full activity.
Why this works
This provides a safe, low-pressure entry to participation, uncovers collective experiences, and visually displays digital use diversity.
Feature Showdown: Menu or Buffet?
Present a fast-paced showdown: Should Google Classroom offer dozens of features like a restaurant buffet, or just a focused menu, like a small café? Make the room vote and defend in rapid-fire teams.
Tap to view the full activity.
Why this works
Forcing a clear choice triggers lively participation by tapping into social energy and the age-old debate of 'more features vs. simplicity', making abstract product decisions concrete.
The Broken Library Card: Everyday Dilemma
Present a scenario: A student can’t check out books because their library card is damaged. Ask groups to connect this to tech: What happens when a student can’t log into Google Classroom? What are the stakes and fixes?
Tap to view the full activity.
Why this works
By mapping a physical access problem (library cards) to digital logins, you create an instantly recognizable dilemma that highlights the critical issues of access and support.
Teacher Dashboard Time Machine
Invite participants to close their eyes and picture their ideal teaching day with no paperwork, instant assignment tracking, and automatic reminders—then open their eyes and write one sentence on how Google Classroom could bridge the gap.
Tap to view the full activity.
Why this works
Guided imagery lets teachers emotionally connect to new tools by envisioning a better teaching experience, then actively reflecting on their needs.
Sign up to unlock 3 more activities
Get the full pack, facilitation flow, and more ready-to-run ideas.