Getting started on Google+

Create a Google+ Profile

1. Select a profile picture or avatar

• Headshot - current, keep it simple, smile
• Avatar- something that represents you e.g. school logo, original artwork or design

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2. Introduction - this is important, what is the story you would like to share about yourself as a student...teacher...digital citizen...

Video Tutorials

Google+ Security Settings

Who can interact with you and your posts?

Open your G+ settings to update.

https://www.google.com/settings/plus

Recommended:

• Set all options so that only people in your circles can interact with you.
• Receive email notifications for all activity that includes you.

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> More support with your Google+ notification settings

> General tips and questions for smart communication online

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Edit Visibility on Profile

Click setting from the left navigation in Google+ then go to next slide

Edit profile visibility to your circles

Block Someone on Google+

Create a circle and add people

How to find people and create circles >Help

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Google+ Communities

Google+ Communities enable like minded to learn from experts and each other and take part in communities focused on their interests and activities.

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Google+ Communities can be public or private e.g.

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Google Apps for Education

Chromebook Users

GoogleSlam

EduCampNZ Community

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Commenting online

Positive

Thoughtful

Helpful

Acknowledge the value of something the author

has shared. Be positive and be specific.

Make a connection. �Is there something the author has written about that reminds you of something similar?

Can you add any more information? Suggestions, recommendations, links to further resources.

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...or finish your comment by asking a question. For further clarification or that might add more to the conversation.

Google+ Tutorials by Jay Atwood

Open Playlist

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There is also an option to connect your blog with your Google+ profile. Blogger will prompt you to share new posts on Google+

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