Videos from 2021 carry a specific file signature: .gsv_2021 (GroupSchool Video 2021). These are not standard MP4s. You will need the native GroupSchool player or the GSV Export Tool (available for download on GitHub) to convert them to modern formats.
| Feature | Highlights | |---------|------------| | Role‑Based Permissions | Separate roles for Admin, Teacher, Student, Parent, and Guest with granular feature toggles. | | Single Sign‑On (SSO) | Supports SAML, OAuth2, and Microsoft Azure AD for seamless district‑wide authentication. | | Audit Logs & Reporting | Detailed logs of who accessed which videos, when, and any edits made—exportable as CSV. | | Content Moderation Tools | AI‑powered detection of inappropriate language or imagery; flagging workflow for admins. | | Backup & Disaster Recovery | Daily incremental backups, 30‑day retention, and a one‑click restore to a previous state. |
| Scenario | Feature(s) Used | Outcome | |----------|----------------|---------| | Flipped Classroom | Recorded lessons + auto‑transcripts + progress dashboards. | Students watch at home; teachers see who didn’t complete the video and can intervene. | | Remote Science Lab | Breakout rooms + group video projects + in‑video annotations. | Students record experiment steps, annotate results, and submit a collaborative lab video. | | Parent‑Teacher Conferences | Parent portal + video assignment review + badge display. | Parents see their child’s work and teacher comments, fostering constructive dialogue. | | Special‑Education Support | Closed captions + low‑bandwidth mode + SSO with assistive‑tech accounts. | Learners with hearing or connectivity challenges can fully participate. |
We used:
| Feature | Description | Value | |---------|-------------|-------| | LMS Sync (Canvas, Google Classroom, Moodle) | One‑click import/export of rosters, grades, and assignments. | Reduces double‑entry and keeps data consistent across systems. | | Gradebook + Rubrics | Built‑in grading matrix for video assignments, with customizable rubrics and automatic score calculation. | Streamlines assessment and provides transparent criteria for students. | | Progress Dashboards | Visual analytics for each class: completion rates, average watch time, engagement heatmaps. | Gives teachers quick insight into who may need additional support. | | Badge & Credential System | Earn digital badges for milestones (e.g., “First Video Submission”, “Peer Reviewer”). | Motivates learners and creates a portfolio of achievements. |
