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Click HERE for a short How-To Video on how to use the Playlist feature.
Step 1: Create a New Playlist
Step 2: Add Videos to your Playlist
Step 3: Personalize your Playlist
Step 4: Save or Share your Playlist
Step 5: Manage your Playlists
Step 1: Create a New Playlist
- When logged into MarcoPolo For Educators, on the left-hand sidebar, click “Create a New Playlist”.
- Add a Playlist Name, or title, for your playlist. For example:
- Ocean Animals
- Comparing and Contrasting
- Optionally, add a Description to provide more context about your playlist.
(Example: Title: “Sample Playlist”, Description: “This is a sample playlist!”) - Click “Create”.
Step 2: Add Videos to Your Playlist
- You’ll be prompted to select videos for your playlist. Browse and choose content aligned with your lesson goals by checking the box for the videos you wish to add.
(Example: Add videos on the Letter A, the Number 1, and Empathy.) - Click “Add Videos” to save your selections.
- If you want to add more videos, simply click the + (plus) button.
- Preview your playlist by clicking the triangle icon in the top right corner.
- Click “Save Playlist” when you’re ready to proceed.
Step 3: Personalize Your Playlist
- After adding videos, you can record a personalized message for students and families by clicking the camera icon on the left side of the menu, or the “Record a Message” button.
(Example Message: “This week we’re learning about the Letter A and the Number 1. Practice along with the included videos. We’ll also learn about empathy—what it means to be a good friend!”)
- If you prefer not to record a video message, click “Skip”.
Step 4: Save or Share Your Playlist
- To save your playlist for future use, click “Finish”
- To share your playlist immediately:
- Click “Share”.
- Choose to share with students or a colleague
Share with Students
- Select connected students from your classroom list.
- Choose “Select All”, select students, or an individual student.
- Click “Done” to send the playlist.
Note: Students can view playlists on the MarcoPolo For Families app using any Chromebook, smartphone, or tablet. - If you don’t have students connected yet, refer to our Guide on Adding Families.
Share with Colleagues
- Select colleagues to share the playlist with.
- Optionally, add a note before sending.
Step 5: Manage Your Playlists
- On the left-hand sidebar, you’ll see all Playlists you’ve created or shared.
- Use the three-dot menu to rename, duplicate, share, or delete a playlist.
- Playlists shared with you appear under “Playlists Shared With Me”.
- You can preview these playlists, save them to your library, and edit or share them as needed.
Need Help?
If you have questions or need assistance, reach out to us at helpdesk@marcopololearning.com.