Classrooms today look a lot different than they did just a few years ago, thanks to the rise of digital tools in education. Technology is fast evolving and the integration of advanced systems in everyday tools is becoming more important.

As India as a nation is moving ahead, there were more and more possibilities to embrace digital education as it became a real necessity for any progressing nation to have updated education system to stand shoulder to shoulder with others in the international market. 

Education started being globalised and the tools were digital. It set the stage for the Intelligent Interactive panels which now is used extensively across classrooms, simplifying the methods of education.

As the demand for digital smart boards is on the high. In this scenario Google EDLA supports hybrid learning environment where the students can participate whether they are present in the classroom or not. 

What is Google EDLA

EDLA stands for Enterprise Devices Licensing Agreement, a new program that Google introduced at the end of 2022. Enterprise Device Licensing Agreement is Google’s way of giving Android based devices like the intelligent interactive panels a seal of approval. 

ELDA certification ensures the IIPs are built to perform with faster load times and minimal lag. This certification is more than just a seal of approval- it means the device is optimized to run core Google apps such Classroom, Docs, Gmail, Chrome and Drive with exceptional performance and security. 

EDLA-certified devices come pre-loaded with essential Google tools and have full access to the Google Play Store, allowing a seamless user experience. This reliability is extremely crucial in educational settings where downtime can disrupt the flow of teaching and learning.

Why do you need EDLA

The target audience of Google EDLA are the educational institutions that aims to simplify the process of imparting education making it easy and a fun experience.
EDLA- certified interactive displays are not only for traditional classrooms, they are equally

effective in hybrid and remote learning environments, where flexibility and accessibility are the key factors. 

With cloud- based integration, students can access lessons, assignments and collaboration tools from any device, anywhere. What’s more, EDLA-certified devices ensure that teachers and students won’t be bogged down by technical problems or interruptions.

This versatility also makes it easier for educational institutions to introduce EDLA-certified interactive panels across multiple locations. Whether its single classroom or entire school, these devices can be managed centrally, reducing the work of the teachers. 

For example:-

A teacher in a classroom can assign a group project where some students are in the classroom and some other participating remotely. Due to the cloud-based collaboration, all students can access and participate remotely. They can do so regardless of their location. 

The teacher can also use this to monitor progress, provide feedback and facilitate discussions, ensuring that all students are engaged and included.

Benefits of Google EDLA for Interactive Displays

• Improved device security: School are more vulnerable for cyber attacks, which is why security is so important when it comes to your devices. EDLA-certified panels can reinforce your school’s security system. EDLA-Certified panels are required to get regular firmware and software updates. These updates will keep the panels protected against the latest known security vulnerabilities. And the manufactures must adhere to both Android’s and Google’s security requirements.

• App Integration:  EDLA certified displays make collaboration easier than ever. It makes it possible to use Google apps in new and collaborative ways. It allows to seamlessly download Microsoft applications like Office 365 and Teams directly from the Play Store.

• Seamless Workflow: The teacher’s can login with their existing Google or Microsoft credentials saving time for administrators. This also means that authentication is handled by the educational institutions trusted identity provided and utilizes security features like multi-factor authentication to secure other organizational information.

• Multiple Authentication options: With four easy ways to sign in, via NFC card, QR code, Web authorization code or regular password input teachers securely access their unique profiles exactly how they’ve set them up, ready to teach-no matter who else is using the Intelligent Interactive Panels.

• Better Accessibility: When educational institutions use Chromebooks and other Android-native devices, embracing EDLA-certified interactive panels make it easier for the teachers to add multimedia directly to lesson plans. 

• Flexibility in Teaching modules: Post covid educational institutions have embraced hybrid learning. And this being prevalent Google EDLA helps the smooth transition in hybrid learning environment, allowing the teachers switch smoothly between in-person and remote learning with ease.

For example:- 

A classroom equipped with EDLA-certified Interactive panel can show lecture notes to students while at the same time allowing remote students to video conference into the class. 

Where the Google EDLA-certified panels stand out is just as the students in the class have access, the student logged in remotely also has an access. If the teacher has groups of four students put together and analysing an equation. Two of them maybe in class while the other two may have connected remotely, they still can use their laptops, or smartphones through video conferencing. The important aspect here to be noted is, they all have access to same files, same data and can interact with each other’s notes and files in real time online.

Conclusion:-  

And in Nelson Mandela’s words, “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world” A judicious blending of the traditional teaching with today’s revolutionary technology maintaining a perfect balance will create dynamic learning environments, no doubt.

The Google EDLA certification has set a new standards for interactive panels. These devices offer unparalleled integration with Google Workspace, robust security features, and a user-friendly experience that amplifies both teaching and learning. The Google EDLA certified panels undergo rigorous testing to ensure stability and reliability, so teachers can trust that the technology will work when they need it most.

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