A first-year science teacher cannot deliver pre-lab activities or collect assignments because the school's LMS, Schoology, has been non-functional for over a week, forcing them to use paper copies and stalling lab work.
The LMS is down with no timeline for restoration, and there is no backup system for distributing and collecting digital assignments, leaving the teacher to improvise with paper copies and delaying labs.
Workarounds Described
- making print copies of assignments
- pushing out homework and activities as print copies
- not trusting students to make copies of Google Sheets
Implied Software Gaps
- A simple tool to distribute online assignments to students without a full LMS, bypassing the need for personal Google accounts and copying
- A submission portal that works independently of the main LMS, allowing students to turn in work online even when the primary system is down
EduFallback
EduFallback is a lightweight, emergency assignment distribution and collection platform designed for K-12 teachers when primary LMS systems fail. It allows teachers to quickly upload assignments, share them with students via simple links or class codes, and receive submissions in a structured manner. Unlike full LMS platforms, EduFallback focuses on speed and simplicity, ensuring learning can continue with minimal disruption.
- Instant assignment sharing via link or class code without student accounts
- Basic submission inbox with file upload and confirmation receipts
- Compatibility with Google Drive and other cloud storage for distributing pre-made materials
- Class roster import from CSV or Google Classroom for quick setup
- Offline-friendly printable copies with QR codes for submission tracking
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