Techno Teacher

Google Docs is a wonderful resource to use in the classroom.  Google Docs is a program where you create presentations, word files, and much more, and share them with others on the internet.  As an option, a teacher may choose this method of sharing to have the students turn in assignments and receive them from the teacher.  A student can log on any computer and receive any feedback, or new postings through this program.

To Get Started

First, create an account with Google, go to www.docs.google.com.

Google doesn’t require that you have gmail, they only require the basic information about you and an email address with a secure password.  Once you have an account with Google, not only can you use Google Docs, but they offer an array of free resources that you can use.

When you sign in, this is what you will see.  On the left toolbar you will be able to find all of your documents that you have worked on, saved, or shared on this program.  You will also see the projects and be able to pick on that you want to work on.  Also, you have the option to create a new project or upload one already saved. 

Creating A New Project

Google Docs gives you a few applications that you can work manually on Google Docs using Word, Powerpoint and others offered. 

Uploading a Project

If you already have a project saved, you may also choose to upload it and work on it on Google Docs.

 Editing

When you have chosen your work, or assignment, or presentation, you can alter or edit in any way before sending it to your students. 

Sharing

 Now that you have edited your project, it is ready to be shared.  You can type in any email address to whoever you want to send your project to. 

You can also change the rights of the people you are sharing your work with. If you wish, they can edit your work or just be able to look. If they choose to edit, you will be able to see what they edited and be able to choose if you keep that as well.

Once sent, the receiver can look over your work and send back any feeback.

Google Docs would be a great way to send out assignments and also receive feedback.  It is also beneficial to have the students email the teacher their work and receive any feedback that they can use to improve.