Managing student behavior during iPad use can be challenging, but with the right tools, it’s absolutely doable. Here are our top five technology tools to meet this need.
- Apple Classroom – Best for: Monitoring student iPad screens and guiding the class to specific apps or websites. Get started here.
- Automatically rostered
- Monitor student screens
- Lock iPads to a blank screen
- Launch and lock iPads in apps
- Enable AirDrop
- Based on Bluetooth
- Manage Small Groups (elementary only)
2. Jamf Teacher – Best for: Restricting apps and internet access to create focused work sessions. Get started here.
- Automatically rostered
- Predetermined lesson plans
- Only allow approved apps and websites
- Independent from Bluetooth
- Based on a timer
- Middle and high school only
- 🚨 Restrictions can interfere with schoolwork
3. Jamf Parent – Best for: Giving families control over app access and screen time outside of school. Get started here.
- Parental control app
- Device monitoring tool
- Limits app access
- Only outside of school hours
- Syncs with student iPad
4. Screen Time – Best for: Limiting app usage, creating downtime, and building time awareness. Get started here.
- Built-in Apple tool
- Sets apps limits
- Schedules downtime
- Monitors device activity
- Requires passcode
- 🚨 Restrictions can interfere with schoolwork
5. Guided Access – Best for: Locking device into one app for independent work or assessments. Get started here.
- Build-in Apple tool
- Locks iPad into one app
- Prevents app switching
- Blocks hardware buttons
- Requires passcode
- 🚨 Restrictions can interfere with schoolwork
If you’d like support in using these tools in your classroom or promoting them within your school, please reach out to our instructional technology team.
