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Teacher View for Lessons

The Teacher View provides an expanded, full-screen interface for viewing lesson content with structured sections, making it easier for teachers and leaders to navigate through lesson materials during class time.

Before You Begin

  • Your church must have lessons scheduled in a plan. See the B1 Admin guide on Scheduling Lessons for details.
  • You need to be assigned to the plan or have access to view it on your B1.church site.

Opening Teacher View​

To access the expanded teacher view for a lesson:

  1. Navigate to the Plans section on B1.church
  2. Open the plan that contains the lesson you want to teach
  3. Find the lesson in the plan items
  4. Click on the lesson to view its details
  5. Click the Teacher View or Expanded View button

The lesson will open in a full-screen interface optimized for teaching.

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Teacher View is especially useful when projecting lesson content on a screen or TV for the class to see, or when teaching from a tablet.

Teacher View Features​

Tabbed Navigation​

The teacher view organizes lesson content into sections using tabs across the top:

  • Each major section of the lesson appears as a separate tab
  • Click any tab to jump directly to that section
  • The active section is highlighted in the tab bar
  • Tabs make it easy to skip around to different parts of the lesson

Scrollable Content​

The main content area displays the full lesson materials:

  • Scroll through the lesson naturally
  • As you scroll, the active tab automatically updates to match the section you're viewing
  • All formatted text, images, and instructions are displayed clearly

Media Playback​

When lessons include videos, images, or other media:

  • Click on any media item to open it in a popup player
  • Videos play in a dedicated video player with standard controls
  • Images open in a lightbox for full-screen viewing
  • Close the media player to return to the lesson content

Downloadable Resources​

If the lesson includes downloadable files (activity sheets, coloring pages, etc.):

  • Download buttons appear for each resource
  • Click to download files directly to your device
  • Files can include PDFs, images, or other materials provided by the content creator

Using Teacher View in the Classroom​

Before Class​

  1. Open the lesson in Teacher View before class starts
  2. Review all sections and familiarize yourself with the content
  3. Download any printable resources you need
  4. Test any videos or media to ensure they play correctly

During Class​

  1. Keep Teacher View open on your device or project it on a screen
  2. Use the tabs to jump between sections as you progress through the lesson
  3. Play videos or show images at the appropriate times
  4. Scroll through instructions as needed without losing your place

On a Projected Screen​

When projecting for the class:

  • The full-screen layout removes distractions
  • Large, readable text makes content visible from across the room
  • Click media items to show videos or images to the whole class
  • Navigate using a wireless mouse or trackpad

Closing Teacher View​

To exit the teacher view:

  • Click the Close button (X) in the top corner
  • Or press the Esc key on your keyboard
  • You'll return to the plan details view

Mobile and Tablet Use​

Teacher View works on tablets and mobile devices:

  • Tablets -- Perfect for teachers who want a portable lesson guide
  • Phones -- Also supported, though the smaller screen may be less ideal for teaching
  • Landscape mode -- Provides the best viewing experience on mobile devices

Differences from Regular Lesson View​

FeatureRegular ViewTeacher View
LayoutCompact, inline with planFull-screen, dedicated view
NavigationScroll onlyTabs + scroll with auto-highlighting
MediaEmbedded in pagePopup player for focused viewing
Screen spaceShows other plan itemsMaximized for lesson content
Best forBrowsing and planningTeaching and presenting

Best Practices​

  • Prep in advance -- Review lessons in Teacher View before class to familiarize yourself with the layout
  • Bookmark sections -- Note which tabs contain key activities or discussions
  • Test media -- Ensure videos and images load properly before class time
  • Download resources early -- Don't wait until class time to download printables
  • Use a larger screen -- Project or use a tablet for the best teaching experience

Troubleshooting​

Lesson doesn't open in Teacher View​

  • Ensure the lesson has been properly scheduled in the plan
  • Check that you have permission to view the plan
  • Refresh the page and try again

Videos won't play​

  • Check your internet connection
  • Ensure your device allows media playback
  • Try opening the video in a separate tab
  • Some content providers may have restrictions on video playback

Content appears cut off on mobile​

  • Rotate your device to landscape mode
  • Zoom out slightly if needed
  • Consider using a tablet or larger device for better visibility