Tuesday, January 11, 2011
Google docs
I am still a little uncomfortable about posting--I feel like I won't be able to write what I want to say. Some people really have a way with words. Anyway, last evening my husband was talking about a meeting he had earlier in the day with the other members of his team (he is in sales). He mentioned to the group that it would be great to have one document that they could share showing Dr.'s names, staff working there, location, etc. One of his team members suggested Google docs as a way to do this. Ok, now I was impressed. I have been thinking about incorporating this into my classroom, but I'm not sure where to start. I emailed another teacher today who suggested using it as a spreadsheet--one of the areas we cover in class. So, I'm excited to begin learning how to use Google Docs. If anyone uses or has used Google Docs, can you suggest a good way to begin. Looking forward to trying it soon.
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Jill,
ReplyDeleteWe use Google docs for almost everything that's schoolwide - our computer lab sign up, tutoring lists, student concerns, etc.
It's perfect for static information (like what your husband's group needs) and sign ups like computer lab reservations.
It's too limiting for more dynamic information. I'm trying to convince our administration to switch to more flexible wikis for student concerns which involves many people contributing to the same discussion.
Whether google docs will be useful depends on what objective you’re trying to cover.
Good luck.