There are many features available in Google Docs that allow you to create more interesting and interactive content. There are also tools that will improve workflow and create accessibility for others. Learn how to make docs an essential part of your classroom.
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Ways to use Google Docs with Students
Ways to use Google Docs with Students
Practical applications for Google Docs in the classroom are of course going to include assignments, handouts, guided notes, worksheets, assessments, newsletters or any other tool/resource needed to deliver a lesson or communicate with students in a digital environment. Look below for some ideas you might not have considered.
Teachers can use Google Docs to:
Did you try any of the above activities? Did you have an idea of your own and you used Google Docs to make it possible? Earn PD credit for your work by clicking here!
Did you try any of the above activities? Did you have an idea of your own and you used Google Docs to make it possible? Earn PD credit for your work by clicking here!
The building block feature available in Google Docs is designed to allow you to build your own reusable templates. These templates can be a grocery list, weekly email template, lesson plans, student group work planning/monitoring, vocab practice and more.
Want to learn about the building block feature in docs? Use this resource and quick start guide.
Want to learn how to use the building block feature in docs and earn 1 PD hour while doing it? Try this activity.
Google Docs has a feature that allows you to create a dropdown menu within your lines of text. You can use this feature to create teaching and learning activities where students select the correct options from your dropdown menu. It is like multiple choice, but better!
Want to learn about the dropdown feature in docs but don't need PD credit? Watch this video or review the written directions.
Want to learn about the dropdown feature and earn 2 PD Hours while you are doing it? Complete this activity.
Explore these ideas to inspire you as you create your own dropdown activities in docs.
These former Tech Tuesday activities will show you different features and updates in Google Docs that will make you look like a Google Docs master! Feel free to share the materials with your students in Google Classroom.
Table It
Table It
This video will teach you how to use tables in Docs to create formatting that is easier to manage.
Check it Out!
Check it Out!
Learn how to create checklists in docs! Learn about the new page orientation feature.
Pageless Docs
Pageless Docs
If page breaks ruin your formatting and you want a seamless doc, try using this pageless feature in docs.
Chips and Docs
Chips and Docs
With smart chips, you can embed Google products like docs, slides, sheets, and drawings right into your doc.
Picture This
Picture This
New image options in Google Docs allow you to add an image and type over the top of it.
Docs Doctor
Docs Doctor
A shorter version of the most basic features of a Google Doc. Perfect for a quick lesson and to share with students.
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