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Why Google Docs?

by Jena Sherry

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jena.sherry@gmail.com

@jena_sherry

http://www.jenasherry.com

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Why Google Docs?

  • Free
  • Secure
  • Easy to edit & “unedit” (revision history)
  • Stored in the cloud
  • Compatible with all devices
  • Constantly saved
  • Collaborative

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Why Google Docs?

  • Similar to Microsoft Word
  • Save a tree
  • Communication tools
    • Comments and chat
  • No attachments to forget
  • Add documents to Google Calendar
  • Template galleries

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Why Google Docs?

  • Shared folders/collections
    • Customizable
  • Customizable publishing options
  • Many export format options
  • Access anywhere/anytime
  • Upload pre-existing docs & more
  • Add-ons!

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Ideas for Using Google Docs

  • Paperless assignments
  • Collaborative
    • Note-taking, story writing, mind mapping
  • Lesson (or other) planning

Agendas, announcements, schedules

  • Back up documents in other formats
  • Website information
  • Letterhead

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Getting Started

  • Use your Google account or create one
  • http://goo.gl/TUHl5

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Getting Started

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Contact Information

Jena Sherry

@jena_sherry

jena.sherry@gmail.com

608.301.JENA

http://www.jenasherry.com