New Smart Classroom software available
Anyone who wants to learn how to use G Suite effectively. Even if you are using Google Drive and Google Docs/Slides/Sheets, you might not be using it optimally or might not know about all the underlying principles that help you to use the platform effectively.
Please note: If you want to use Google Classroom or you are already using Google Classroom, it's essential that you have a good understanding of the entire G Suite platform. Google Classroom works infinitely better when you understand the entire platform.
It is advised that you talk to your school's ICT Champion regarding whether the school has been enabled as a Google School. The G Suite environment may be used by anyone, but it works more effectively when used within a controlled school environment.
Didn't know you could do more than search with Google?
You will learn how to connect to Google Chrome directly (with multiple accounts), enabling any computer to remember your internet activity.
You will learn how your workflow can sync across various platforms.
You will learn about Tabbed browsing and the various Chrome modes to make browsing easier and to protect your privacy.
You will learn a variety of useful Chrome Tricks that will make your workflow faster and more efficient.
Create a Drive folder and Share it with one of the attendees.
Make sure that the folder has been Added to both your Drives.
Upload some content to the folder.
Send an email to another attendee and Attach something directly from your Drive.
Go to Gmail and use the Save to Drive function with an attachment.
Make sure your attachment has been Organised and preferably copied to a Shared Folder.
Note: If you're completing this content on your own, try to complete the steps above to ensure you understand how it works.
Make a copy of this Google Docs template and see if you can complete all the instructions in the template.
Share your Doc with one of the attendees or a colleague and see if you can add comments and suggested edits to the document.
Note: You must have a Google account when you click the link. This enables you to create a copy to be used when editing.
Test your Knowledge > Try out the different Quizlet modes
Make a copy and edit this Google Slides Template.
Do basic formatting/animation on the Google Slide.
Instructions are given on the slide.
Make a copy and edit the Google Sheet Template.
Do basic formatting/calculations on the Google Sheet.
Instructions are given on the Sheet.
Note: You must have a Google account when you click the link. This enables you to create a copy to be used when editing.
If your school has already registered to become a Google School, you might be ready for the Google in Classroom Training. If you are unsure about this, talk to your E-Learning Champion or feel free to contact the E-Learning team.
The Online Essentials training that Google offers will offer more in-depth understanding and culminates in becoming a Google Certified Educator.