Google Docs is an online word processor incorporating the basic features of Microsoft Word or Apple Pages, but adding real-time collaboration and sharing options that make it a great productivity tool.

• Take collaboration to a whole new level!

• Create documents and share them with your students or colleagues, choosing whether they can edit the document, just comment on it, or only view it.

• Students can create documents, collaborate with classmates, and/or share them with you for review.

• Eliminate compatibility frustrations caused by differences in software programs and devices. Everyone can use Google Docs.

• Access from any internet-capable device any time.

• Ensure all collaborators are doing their part by referencing the revision history of the document.

• Makes research and writing more efficient with built-in tools including web searching within the document, automatic citations, definitions and voice typing.

• “Collaboration in its most beautiful form!” Michelle B. (read full review)

• “Google Docs is great for students who do not have access to Office-type software at home.” Marla Kay D.(read full review)

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• Use Google Docs with your students and/or colleagues.
  
• Be sure to incorporate some features that are unique to Google Docs (like sharing and the research tool).
  
• Install and use at least one Add-On

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eLearning Lessons

• SWP eLearning Lesson Template - Docs
  
• Sample Kindergarten ELA Lesson - Docs
• Sample 6th Grade Math Lesson - Docs

More Video Tutorials

• Google Docs - Tutorial 01 - Basics

• Google Docs Tutorial Playlist (Sethi De Clercq)

• Google Docs Tutorial (Alicia Secord)

More Helpful Links & Info

• @googledocs on Twitter

• Get Started With Google Docs

• Google Docs - Basics

• Downloading & Printing Files

• Sharing & Collaborating

• Description of Share Settings

• Formating Text & Adding Hyperlinks

• Inserting Textboxes & Shapes

• Research Tools in Google Docs

• Collaborative Note-Taking With Google Docs

• 5 Tips for Using Google Apps on the iPad

• Accessing Your Files Offline

Documents & Templates

• Google Docs Cheat Sheet (Kasey Bell)

• You can now access common templates from the docs.google.com

• Find more templates here

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Sharing Ideas

• Google Pinterest Board

• Find or Create a Lesson Flow
  

I'd love to help you become more proficient with Google Docs. Contact me with questions specific to your classroom!

Email: porterr@swparke.k12.in.us
Website: awakenlearning.net
Phone: (765) 569-2073
Twitter: @mrsporterDCIS