Getting Started with Superboard in Instructron

Superboard is your digital command center for smooth classroom management—a visual classroom board teachers control from their device, designed to help with expectations, transitions, and daily flow. Whether you’re running a warm-up, counting down activities, or keeping routines clear, Superboard keeps you and your students organized and on track.

Our team will discuss this feature at length in an upcoming Instructron Unstructured episode, which we will link here.

What Is Superboard?

Superboard is a flexible, projectable board that blends a traditional whiteboard with digital tools for the modern classroom. Superboard helps you:

• Present clear instructions and expectations
• Manage activities with visual timers and cues
• Make transitions smooth and engaging
• Set the tone for every part of your day

Everything is controlled by you, displayed for your students—minimizing confusion and maximizing focus.

For Teachers: How to Use Superboard

1. Accessing Superboard

• From the Teacher Dashboard:
  • Go to your classroom dashboard
  • Click “Tools” in the navigation menu
  • Select "Superboard"
• Direct Access:
  • Visit https://instructron.com/tools/superboard
  • The board opens in edit mode so you can set it up right away

2. Setting Up Your Board

• Starting Fresh:
  • Click “New Board” to begin with a blank canvas
  • Pick a visual theme (Line Paper, Grid Paper, Sunshine Morning, Chalk & Board, etc.)
  • Select the board ratio (16:9, 4:3, or custom)
• Using Templates:
  • Browse the template gallery for popular classroom layouts, like:
    • “Quote of the Day” (motivation)
    • “Calm Start” (mindfulness/focus)
    • “Activity Timer” (transitions, timed tasks)
    • “Class Expectations” (rules & reminders)
  • Click a template to load it instantly—customize as needed!

3. Classroom Widgets & Tools

• Text Widgets:
  • Show daily objectives, instructions, reminders, and transition cues
• Timer Widget:
  • Add visual countdowns for activities, breaks, or transitions
• Media Widgets:
  • Play background music
  • Display images as cues or rewards
  • Show short videos for transitions or engagement
  • Place stickers for extra fun!
• Drawing Tools:
  • Annotate in real-time during class
  • Highlight key ideas or draw diagrams

4. Presenting Superboard to Your Class

• Click “Present” in the top toolbar
• Superboard goes fullscreen—project for students
• Annotate, start timers, update instructions on the fly
• Hide/show widgets as needed to focus attention

To exit: press Escape or “Exit Present”—everything saves automatically!

5. Managing & Sharing Boards

• Saving: Boards save as you go; use templates to duplicate for multiple classes
• Library: Find your boards in the File menu
• Sharing (in development):
  • Export boards as files/images for staff or students
  • Share templates with colleagues to spread best routines

Best Practices

• Set up boards for each segment of the day (warm-up, lesson, transition)
• Use timers to keep lessons and breaks focused
• Keep boards visually clean and clear
• Use fun media, stickers, or music for engagement
• Update the board live to match classroom flow

Troubleshooting & Support

Common Issues:

• Board not loading: Check your internet, refresh the page
• Present mode not working: Make sure your browser allows fullscreen
• Media not playing: Confirm the media file or link is accessible
• Drawing tools glitchy: Try refreshing or clearing browser cache