Semester 2 Project

Using Google Apps in the classroom has been refreshing, and challenging. I have mentioned in my responses that technology has leveled the playing field in the classroom. It brings learning back into focus, creates an environment where students are working on multiple levels of the pyramid and creates a renewed interest in content areas where students get choices, collaborate with classmates and build 21st century skills simultaneously.

Click on the link to see how my classroom is using Google Docs in our writing.

https://sites.google.com/a/gaston.k12.nc.us/pinnacle-xvi-projects/year-one-projects/google-apps

Click on the link to complete the survey about the use of Google Docs in our writing.

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dGdGNzBvcGlIZDR0bEhydmM2bThOMUE6M

Thank you for your time, and responses. I appreciate them as I am open to new ideas on ways to implement Google Apps into daily learning.

Continuing with Google Docs

My class began writing topics last month using Google Docs. The comment stream has been instrumental in providing guidance and reminders for them to create their best 5 paragraph essay. Currently we have put our Google Docs writing assignment on hold to complete the county prompt. Students were bummed out when they realized it was back to paper and pencil. I see the Google Docs experience really helping them become skilled in the use of Google Docs for assignments. They are anticipating the return to Google Docs! Google Docs has brought excitement to a subject area that is usually boring and difficult to get them engaged in! Thank you technology leaders and facilitators for training and helping teachers move to the 21st Century classroom!