http://bit.ly/mims174 Google in Education: Google Docs Clif Mims This workshop provides an overview of Google Docs and highlights strategies for integrating them with teaching and learning. This hands-on workshop will provide lesson ideas, hints, and pitfalls to avoid as we explore the implementation from the perspective of classroom teachers.

Before We Begin

1. It's not about the technology. It's about learning.

Google Docs

Google Docs is a free, Web-based word processor, spreadsheet, slide show, form, and data storage service offered by Google. It allows users to create and edit documents online while collaborating in real-time with other users.

1. Google Docs lets you create, share, and collaborate on documents online.
2. Enjoy this video introduction to Google Docs.
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3. Google Docs Home
4. The following video provides an overview of how to navigate Google Docs and highlights some of it's richest features.
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Documents (Word Processing)

1. Introduction to Online Word Processing
2. Guided Practice: Demonstration of general use of Google Documents
1. Introduction and quick tips (Note: Complete tutorial available here)
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2. Write an About Me paragraph. Format it and include an image as you deem appropriate.
   
3. Discovery Learning: Google Docs/Word Processing in the Classroom
1. Google Apps for Education: Lesson Plans
   
2. Collaborating with Online Productivity Tools
3. Writing Process: Teaching Revision with Google Docs
4. Translate Your Doc to Another Language
5. Educator's Guide- Teaching Revision with Google Docs
6. Look through these videos of examples of word processing being integrated with teaching and learning.
1. Picture This in Your Community (Interview Project)
2. Night of the Twisters
4. Discussion and Idea Sharing
5. Extended Learning
1. Google Cloud Connect - Free plug-in for Microsoft Office that can automatically store and synchronize any Microsoft Word document, PowerPoint presentation, or Excel spreadsheet to Google Docs.

Forms

1. Notes and Tips from a Teacher
2. Guided Practice: Demonstration of general use of Google Spreadsheets
1. Introduction and quick tips (Note: Complete tutorial available here)
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3. Experiential Learning: Create a 2 question quiz
4. Discussion and Idea Sharing
   
5. Extended Learning
1. Flubaroo
   
1. Automatically grades grade multiple-choice or fill-in-the-blank assignments. (Script for spreadsheets)
3. View video demonstration by Flubaroo's developer.

Spreadsheets

1. Guided Practice: Demonstration of general use of Google Spreadsheets
1. Introduction and quick tips (Note: Complete tutorial available here)
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2. Discovery Learning

Presentations (Slideshows)

1. Guided Practice: Demonstration of general use of Google Spreadsheets
1. Introduction and quick tips (Note: Complete tutorial available here)
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2. Discovery Learning

Drawings

1. Google drawings makes it easy to create charts, diagrams, wireframes, and other schematics.
   
2. Guided Practice: Demonstration of general use of Google Spreadsheets
1. Introduction and quick tips (Note: Complete tutorial available here)
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3. Discovery Learning

Sharing and Collaborating

1. Sharing in Google Docs is easy. You have complete control over who can view and edit your documents.
2. Google Docs makes it easy to collaborate with students and colleagues on documents, presentations, forms, spreadsheets and drawings.
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Discussion

1. How might these tools be used in your classroom?
2. What are some of the advantages/barriers in using Google Docs?
• Teachers, principals, and students share their experiences with and perspectives of Google Docs in this short video.
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Extended Learning

1. Google Docs Templates
2. ePortfolios with Google Apps
3. Google Docs Community YouTube Channel - Learn tips and tricks, watch tutorials, and get inspired.