GoogleDocs

What is cloud computing? How can it help me in the classroom? Join us for an information workshop to learn about GoogleDocs and other great free tools that are available. Learn how you use these in the classroom so you too can join the world of cloud computing! Discover some of the benefits to using Google by exploring these great features: (ADE Criteria: Content, Instructional strategies, Technology) 1. Google Calendar- synchronizes with your iPad and provides widgets for your wiki 2. Google Documents & Forms – Create documents, presentations, spreadsheets and forms and store files online using Google Documents. Great for creating surveys, sign-in forms, etc. 3. Google Reader – an aggregator that can be used to compile your favorite feeds 4. Google Labs 5. Using online storage for easy file access
 * Cloud Computing: GoogleDocs for Teachers**

1. Let's Get Started! 2. What is cloud computing?
 * Workshop Agenda:**

3. Remember, you MUST have a Google account. You can sign up for one here: []

[] You will create a Google Calendar for your classroom.
 * Google Calendar**

Set up a customized Google homepage. [] Choose a theme and add your calendar. Find a RSS feed or gadget to add to your iGoogle page. []
 * iGoogle**

[] Guide for getting started: [] Use Google Docs for: Documents Presentations Spreadsheets Forms Organizing & sharing files in Google Docs. Surveys with Google Forms []
 * Google Docs**
 * Google Reader**

GoogleDocs Tipsheet and Resource Guide [] GoogleDocs Livebinder by Sanchom [] 34 Interesting Ways* to use Google Docs in the Classroom [] Google Docs in Plain English [] My Google Docs page: [|tinyurl.com/4c7lvky] Using Google Docs In The Classroom-Tips And Tricks: [|bit.ly/eGx04d] Managing your classroom with Google Docs [] Over 70 Google Forms For The Classroom: [|bit.ly/e9AeBV]
 * Some additional resources:**

Google Squared [] [] Google A-Z [] Google News Timeline [] Yep. Google Will Do That... [] Handy Google Search Tips: 19 Simple Tricks You Need To Know [] Google Tools for Schools: GoogleEarth [] Google Tools for Schools: [] K-12 Guide to Going Google: [] Google Sites [] Dropbox [|www.getdropbox.com] Office 365 []
 * Other Google Products**

Google Advanced Search help [] Google for Educators [] Classroom Activities []

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