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Hello, My Name is Google
I'm Productive
Google Drive - Storage in the cloud.
Google Docs - Simple word processing program to aid in the creation of text based, printable documents. See it in action.
Google Drive - Storage in the cloud.
- Keep documents, photos, videos, etc. in one easy accessible place.
- From Drive, you can access all of your Google Docs from anywhere while online.
- Create, share, and collaborate on documents, spreadsheets, presentations and more.
Google Docs - Simple word processing program to aid in the creation of text based, printable documents. See it in action.
I'm Cooperative
The Share Button - Give collaborators access to a document and work together in real time!
The Share Button - Give collaborators access to a document and work together in real time!
- Share settings determine who sees and edits your files.
- Guide to Google Drive Sharing by Shake Up Learning
- Shared documents can be found under the Shared with Me link on the left in Google Drive.
- Guide students to create a folder to share with you. Anything placed in the folder will automatically be share with you. Tip: Give students a naming convention for consistency.
- Make tracking student progress in writer's workshop a breeze. Use revision history to hold students accountable. See it in action!
- Crowd-sourcing a presentation allows students to combine knowledge into one product. Grab your photo here.
- Crowd-source a virtual art gallery by sharing a presentation.
I'm Organized
Google Calendar - Keep track of life's important events all in one place.
Google Forms - Plan events, send a survey, give students a quiz, or collect other information in an easy, streamlined way.
Google Calendar - Keep track of life's important events all in one place.
- Update everyone in your department, grade level, building, etc. instantly.
- Reserve resources (rooms, mobile carts, etc.).
- Create pacing guides.
- Teach students how to organize classwork and extracurricular events.
Google Forms - Plan events, send a survey, give students a quiz, or collect other information in an easy, streamlined way.
- Tip: Get a URL shortener to easily share forms. Go to Google URL Shortener online or get the extension from the Chrome Store.
- Time Saver: If using forms for quizzes or tests, check out the Flubaroo Add-On! It will grade assessments, email students results, and provide detailed reports!
- Create a fast finger game for students - Fast Finger Setup
I'm Social
Google Hangouts - Bring conversations to life with this instant messaging and video chat platform.
Google Mail - Communicate with faculty, staff and students with Gmail.
Google Hangouts - Bring conversations to life with this instant messaging and video chat platform.
- Download the Hangouts app in the Chrome Web Store.
- Connect with other Rivercrest staff members.
- Connect with classrooms in different cities, states, or countries around the world.
- Engage in authentic conversation with experts such as authors, scientists, astronauts, and more.
- Use with students and/or teachers who are on extended medical leave to keep up with classmates.
- Good guide to Hangouts in education.
Google Mail - Communicate with faculty, staff and students with Gmail.
I'm Dynamic
Chrome - A browser that makes the most of your cloud!
Chrome Web Store - Discover great apps and extensions for Google Chrome.
Chrome - A browser that makes the most of your cloud!
- Sign in to Chrome browser to access all Google services.
- Use Extensions and Apps
- Bookmark and organize sites in Chrome.
- Google Chrome Cheat Sheet by Shake Up Learning
- Download the Chrome App Launcher to make your apps easily accessible from your desktop or laptop.
Chrome Web Store - Discover great apps and extensions for Google Chrome.
- Master Chrome Apps and Extensions: Differences and Recomendations
- Some favorite apps: Wunderlist, Movenote, Build with Chrome, Voice Recognition, Zamzar, Animoto, WeVideo, Powtoon, Jam with Chrome, Pixlr Editor
- Some favorite extensions: Save to Google Drive, Nimbus Screenshot, Google URL Shortener, Save as PDF, Tab Scissors, Tab Glue, Speak It, and Readability (try here)
I'm Manageable
Google Classroom - Watch this!
Google Classroom - Watch this!
- Want more information on Google Classroom? click here
- Google Classroom is a favorite tool for blogger Alice Keeler. Visit her Google Classroom page for an abundance of tips to use in your own classroom.