Classroom Management

Focus Mode and URL Push

Focus Mode and URL Push Focus Mode and URL Push are two of KyberClassroom's most powerful features for keeping students on task during lessons. Focus Mode restricts browsing to only approved URLs, while URL Push sends a specific website directly to every student's device. Before You Begin - You need a Teacher role (or higher) in KyberGate - Your class must be set up in KyberClassroom with enrolled student devices - Student devices must be online and connected Using Focus Mode Focus Mode locks student devices to a specific set of URLs. Students can only visit the approved sites — everything else is blocked with a "Focus Mode Active" message. Activating Focus Mode 1. Open KyberClassroom and select your class 2. Click the "Focus" button in the toolbar (or press F keyboard shortcut) 3. In the Focus Mode panel, add the URLs students should have access to: - Type or paste URLs one at a time - Use "+ Add URL" for each additional site - Wildcards are supported: *.khanacademy.org allows all Khan Academy pages 4. Optionally add a message students will see if they try to visit a non-approved site (e.g., "Please stay on the assigned websites") 5. Click "Start Focus Mode" What Students Experience - Their current browser tabs continue to work if they match the approved URLs - New tabs or navigation to non-approved sites shows a "Focus Mode Active" overlay - The overlay displays the teacher's custom message and a list of approved sites - Focus Mode is clearly indicated so students know restrictions are temporary Ending Focus Mode - Click "End Focus" in the toolbar - Or switch to Monitor or Restrict mode - Student devices immediately return to normal filtering policy Using URL Push URL Push sends a website directly to every student's device, opening it in their default browser. It's like saying "everyone go to this website" — but instant and guaranteed. Pushing a URL 1. In KyberClassroom, click the "Push URL" button in the toolbar 2. Enter the full URL (e.g., https://docs.google.com/document/d/abc123) 3. Choose the target: - All students — Send to every device in the class - Selected students — Click specific device tiles first, then push 4. Click "Push" What Happens on Student Devices - A new browser tab opens automatically with the pushed URL - On iPads, Safari opens to the URL - On Chromebooks, Chrome opens a new tab - On macOS/Windows, the default browser opens Combining Focus Mode + URL Push The most effective workflow combines both features: 1. Push the URL first — send students to the assignment 2. Enable Focus Mode — lock them to that URL (and any related resources) 3. Monitor via Screen View — verify everyone is on task 4. End Focus Mode when the activity is complete Example: Research Assignment 1. Push https://docs.google.com/document/d/assignment-123 2. Enable Focus Mode with these URLs: - *.google.com (Google Docs, Search) - *.wikipedia.org (Research) - *.khanacademy.org (Reference) 3. Students can only use these sites until you end Focus Mode Tips - Pre-build URL lists: Save frequently used Focus Mode URL lists as templates for quick activation - Include supporting sites: If students need Google Docs, also allow *.google.com for authentication and *.googleusercontent.com for embedded content - Test URLs first: Visit each URL yourself to make sure it works before pushing to students - Use wildcards wisely: *.google.com is broad — consider being more specific like docs.google.com if you want tighter control Troubleshooting - URL Push not opening on student device? Check that the device is online and the KyberGate agent/extension is running. Pop-up blockers can sometimes interfere - Focus Mode not blocking other sites? Verify the URLs are entered correctly. Check that the device has synced with the proxy - Students can't access allowed site in Focus Mode? Some sites load resources from other domains (CDNs). You may need to add additional domains — check the activity logs to see what's being blocked - Focus Mode persists after class? Click "End Focus" or switch to Monitor mode. Focus Mode should automatically end when you log out of KyberClassroom Related Articles - Getting Started with KyberClassroom - Screen View: Live Device Monitoring - Creating and Managing Filtering Policies

Getting Started with KyberClassroom

Getting Started with KyberClassroom KyberClassroom is KyberGate's real-time classroom management tool that gives teachers direct control over student devices during instruction. Teachers can monitor screens, push URLs, restrict browsing, and lock devices — all from a simple web-based dashboard. Before You Begin - Student devices must be enrolled in KyberGate and online - Teachers need a KyberGate account with the Teacher role (or higher) - Classes must be set up in KyberGate (synced via Google Workspace, Clever, or manually created) - A modern web browser (Chrome, Edge, Safari, or Firefox) Accessing KyberClassroom 1. Log in to your KyberGate dashboard at dashboard.kybergate.com 2. Click "KyberClassroom" in the left sidebar 3. Select your class from the class list 4. You'll see a device grid showing all enrolled student devices The Device Grid The device grid is the heart of KyberClassroom. Each tile represents one student device and shows: - Student name and device type (iPad, Chromebook, macOS, Windows) - Live thumbnail of the student's current screen (updates every few seconds) - Current URL the student is browsing - Status indicator: 🟢 Online, 🟡 Idle, 🔴 Offline - Alert badge if the student triggered a safety alert Click any tile to expand it for a larger view of that student's screen. Classroom Modes KyberClassroom has three operating modes: 1. Monitor Mode (Default) - Students browse normally within the school's filtering policy - Teacher can see all screens and activity - No additional restrictions applied - Best for: Independent work time, research projects 2. Focus Mode - Teacher locks students to a specific set of allowed URLs - Students can ONLY visit the approved sites - All other sites show a "Focus Mode" message - Best for: Guided lessons, specific web-based assignments 3. Restrict Mode - All internet access is blocked - Students see a "Restricted" screen - Devices can still run local/offline applications - Best for: Tests, transitions, direct instruction without screens Quick Actions From the device grid, teachers can: - Lock All Screens — Instantly blank all student screens with a custom message - Push URL — Send a website to all student devices, opening it in their browser - Send Message — Display a text message on all student screens - End Class — Return all devices to normal filtering policy Tips - Start class in Monitor mode to see what students are doing before adding restrictions - Use Focus Mode for assignments — pre-load the URLs students need and they won't get distracted - Pin KyberClassroom to your browser toolbar for quick access during class - Screen Lock is instant — use it for "eyes on me" moments without disrupting the lesson flow Troubleshooting - Student device not showing? Verify the device is online and enrolled in KyberGate. Check that the student is assigned to your class - Screen thumbnails not updating? The device may be on a slow connection. Try refreshing the page - Focus Mode not restricting? Ensure the URLs are entered correctly (include https://). Check that the device is routing through the proxy - Can't find KyberClassroom? Your account may not have the Teacher role — ask your KyberGate admin Related Articles - Screen View: Live Device Monitoring - Focus Mode and URL Push - AI Chat Monitor: Tracking Student AI Usage

Screen View: Live Device Monitoring

Screen View: Live Device Monitoring Screen View lets teachers and administrators see real-time screenshots of student device screens. Whether you're monitoring a classroom of 30 students or checking on a single device, Screen View gives you instant visibility into what students are doing on their devices. Before You Begin - You need Teacher, Admin, or Viewer role in KyberGate - Student devices must be online and enrolled - Screen View requires the KyberGate agent or Chrome extension to be installed on student devices Accessing Screen View From KyberClassroom 1. Open KyberClassroom and select your class 2. The device grid automatically shows live screen thumbnails 3. Click any thumbnail to expand to full-screen view From the Dashboard 1. Navigate to Devices in the left sidebar 2. Find the device you want to monitor 3. Click "Screen View" in the device's action menu Screen View Features Live Thumbnails - Automatically refreshes every 5-10 seconds - Shows the active window/tab on the student's device - Grid layout adjusts to your class size (2x2, 4x4, 6x6, etc.) Full-Screen View - Click any thumbnail to see a larger, higher-resolution view - Shows the current URL in the address bar - Displays active application name for non-browser activity - Includes a timeline showing recent screenshots for the last 30 minutes Multi-Device View - Select multiple devices to monitor side-by-side - Drag and drop to rearrange the layout - Pin important devices to keep them visible Screen View in Different Contexts | Platform | What You See | |----------|-------------| | Chromebook | Active Chrome tab screenshot | | iPad | Active app or Safari tab screenshot | | macOS | Full desktop screenshot (active window highlighted) | | Windows | Full desktop screenshot (active window highlighted) | Privacy and Compliance Screen View is designed with student privacy in mind: - Active only during school hours (configurable in Settings → School Schedule) - No recording — screenshots are live only, not stored permanently - Role-based access — only authorized staff can view screens - Audit log — all Screen View access is logged for compliance Tips - Use the grid view for general classroom monitoring — you can spot off-task behavior quickly by scanning thumbnails - Full-screen view is useful when you need to see exactly what a student is working on - Set up alerts — KyberPulse safety alerts automatically flag screens with concerning content, so you don't need to watch every screen constantly - Keyboard shortcut: Press G to toggle grid size between compact and expanded views Troubleshooting - Screen showing as black? The device may be in sleep mode, or the screen capture permission hasn't been granted. Check device settings - "Offline" status? The device isn't connected to the internet. Verify Wi-Fi connection on the device - Blurry thumbnails? This usually indicates a slow network connection. The image quality adjusts based on bandwidth - Screen View not available? Ensure the KyberGate agent or Chrome extension is installed and up to date Related Articles - Getting Started with KyberClassroom - Focus Mode and URL Push - KyberPulse: Real-Time Safety Alerts

AI Chat Monitor: Tracking Student AI Usage

AI Chat Monitor: Tracking Student AI Usage As AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and Copilot become increasingly popular, KyberGate's AI Chat Monitor helps schools track and manage how students use AI during school hours. Monitor conversations, detect policy violations, and enforce acceptable use policies around AI tools. Before You Begin - You need Admin or Teacher role in KyberGate - AI Chat Monitoring must be enabled in your filtering policy - Student devices must be routing through the KyberGate proxy (required for conversation inspection) How AI Chat Monitor Works KyberGate's proxy inspects traffic to known AI chat platforms. When a student uses an AI tool, KyberGate captures: - The prompt — what the student asked the AI - The response — what the AI replied (summary) - Timestamp — when the conversation happened - Student identity — which student and device - Platform — which AI tool was used (ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, etc.) This data is available in the Activity Logs and can trigger KyberPulse safety alerts if concerning keywords are detected. Viewing AI Chat Activity 1. Navigate to Reports → Activity Logs 2. Filter by Type: AI Chat 3. You'll see a list of AI interactions with: - Student name and device - AI platform used - Prompt preview (first 100 characters) - Timestamp - Safety flag (if applicable) 4. Click any entry to see the full conversation AI Chat Policies Configure how your school handles AI tools: Option 1: Block All AI Tools - Enable the AI Tools category in your filtering policy - All AI chat platforms will be blocked - Students see the block page when trying to access ChatGPT, etc. Option 2: Allow with Monitoring - Keep AI Tools category allowed - Enable AI Chat Monitoring in the policy - All AI conversations are logged and available for review - Safety alerts trigger on concerning content Option 3: Allow Specific Platforms - Block the AI Tools category - Add approved AI platforms to the Allow List (e.g., allow ChatGPT but block others) - Enable monitoring for allowed platforms Safety Alerts for AI Conversations KyberPulse scans AI conversations for: - Self-harm keywords or themes - Violence or threats - Cyberbullying language - Academic dishonesty patterns (e.g., "write my essay about...") - Inappropriate content requests When flagged, the conversation appears in the Safety Alerts dashboard with severity level and recommended actions. Troubleshooting - AI conversations not showing? Verify AI Chat Monitoring is enabled in the policy and the device is routing through the proxy - Only seeing partial conversations? Some AI platforms use WebSocket connections that may not be fully captured. Ensure the latest proxy version is deployed - False positive safety alerts? Review and dismiss false positives — the system learns from dismissals to improve accuracy - Student using an AI tool not being monitored? New AI platforms emerge frequently. Report the platform to KyberGate support for inclusion Tips - Use AI monitoring data in conversations with teachers about how AI is being used in their classrooms - Create an AI Acceptable Use Policy and communicate it to students before enabling monitoring - Review AI activity weekly to understand trends and adjust policies - Share aggregate reports with administrators to inform school-wide AI policies Related Articles - Getting Started with KyberClassroom - KyberPulse: Real-Time Safety Alerts - Creating and Managing Filtering Policies