Netsupport School 15 Guide
NetSupport School 15 introduces a significant overhaul focused on modernizing the user experience and enhancing classroom assessment tools. Released in July 2023, this version aims to maximize teaching time while providing deeper insights into student wellbeing and performance NetSupport 1. Overhauled Ribbon User Interface The most visible change is the brand-new user interface
that uses a "ribbon" bar format similar to modern Office applications. NetSupport Intuitive Layout
: Features are organized logically at the top of the screen to reduce the number of clicks needed for common tasks. Graded User Modes : Teachers can choose between Easy, Intermediate, and Advanced
modes based on their technical confidence, ensuring the software is accessible to everyone. NetSupport School 2. Enhanced Assessment & Testing Tools
Version 15 adds more interactive ways to gauge student understanding through new question types and rewards. NetSupport GmbH Highlight Text Questions netsupport school 15
: Teachers can now create questions where students must highlight the correct section of a statement to answer. Drag-and-Drop Improvements
: Incorrect "fake" answers can be added to drag-and-drop questions to increase the challenge. Animated Sticker Rewards : Teachers can reward students with animated stickers
that appear on the student toolbar and can be saved in their digital journals. NetSupport GmbH 3. Student Wellbeing & Focus
New features help teachers manage student mental health and attention across complex setups. NetSupport Wellbeing Check-ins Screen viewing on low-bandwidth networks is smoother
: Teachers can send a quick check-in to students to capture how they feel, supporting social and emotional learning (SEL). Individual Screen Blanking
: In addition to blanking the entire class, teachers can now blank individual student screens to redirect specific students. Multi-Monitor Support
: Teachers can switch between multiple monitors on a student's desk or view their whole desktop at once to ensure they are on task. NetSupport 4. Modernized Tech Console Technicians' Console
also received a major update to help IT teams support classrooms faster. NetSupport Inc Quick Search What’s New in NetSupport School 15?
: A new search function allows technicians to find students or teachers by username, IP address, or even the website they are currently visiting. Remote Management
: IT teams can now stop the "Client32" service or end a teacher's connection remotely if troubleshooting is required. NetSupport Inc 5. Energy & Resource Management
To help schools reduce costs, version 15 includes better power management features. NetSupport Canada NetSupport School - Classroom Management Software
2. Enhanced Chromebook & Cross-Platform Support
With the rise of Google for Education, NetSupport School 15 levels the playing field. The Chromebook client is now virtually indistinguishable from the Windows client in terms of features.
- Screen viewing on low-bandwidth networks is smoother.
- Toolbar access for Chromebook students now includes the full "Ask a Question" and "Survey" tools.
2. Enhanced Chrome OS Integration
With the explosion of Chromebooks in education, NetSupport School 15 has rewritten its Chrome connector.
- Offline Capabilities: Unlike previous versions, teachers can now schedule assessments that students complete offline and sync later.
- USB File Logging: Version 15 allows IT admins to monitor and log files copied to USB drives connected to Chromebooks (a notoriously difficult security feat).
- Guest Session Management: New tools to wipe guest user data upon logout, ensuring privacy for shared devices.
Core Features Retained (But Improved)
While the new features are flashy, NetSupport School 15 polishes the legacy tools that made the software famous.
Assessment & Exam Tools
- Secure Browser: Students cannot leave the test environment. Version 15 blocks screen recording software and virtual machines.
- Printer Logic: New rules prevent students from printing screenshots of exam questions.