I've been using Google Docs for quite a while. I love Google Docs. It's easy to use. I can collaborate with any other "Googler" without being in the same room. I can create and share grocery lists with my husband. (Ok, this may not be vital, but it is great for me!) One complaint I have about Google Docs is that it is somewhat dull. Let me explain. If you want to create a colorful and ... Read More about How to Add Backgrounds in Google Docs: A Workaround
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Using Google Hangouts in the Classroom
I've written before about the amazing potential of Google Hangouts in classrooms. Last week, however, I was actually able to experience that "awesomeness" first hand. My students were able to take part in a Google Hangout with our Congressman, who was in Washington DC at the time. Students were able to ask our Congressman basically any question they could think of. We discussed everything from ... Read More about Using Google Hangouts in the Classroom
Google Classroom Saved the Day!
If you've read my previous posts about Google Classroom, you might find today's post extremely surprising. It's no secret, especially around my building, that I have not been 100% happy with Google Classroom this year. Yes, I know Classroom is in it's infancy, and yes I know bugs and kinks are still being worked out. Today, however Google Classroom saved the day. Here's what ... Read More about Google Classroom Saved the Day!
Google Classroom Adds Co-Teacher Option
Finally! Google Classroom has listed to the desperate pleas of techy teachers everywhere and has FINALLY added a Co-Teacher option! ... Read More about Google Classroom Adds Co-Teacher Option
Using Google Docs
If you're interested in a brief tutorial about using Google Docs, you've come to the right place! I was first introduced to Google Docs in my undergraduate educational technology class waaaaay back in 2007 :) At that time, I was thoroughly unimpressed with Google Docs. It seemed so much easier to use Microsoft Word...because that's what I was accustomed to using. I never really gave Google Docs a ... Read More about Using Google Docs
