Google+Docs

Google Docs:

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 * Google Docs contains four tools:**
 * Docs-- works essentially like MS Word.
 * Spreadsheets-- works essentially like MS Excel.
 * Presentation-- works essentially like MS PowerPoint.
 * Forms-- any spreadsheet can include a form for data collection.


 * Enabling Collaboration:**
 * When ready, you can share a Google Doc with others. You can allow them to view the document, or edit the document. All changes are tracked and you can revert to a previous version of the document at any time.

Here are some possible reason you might want to share a document with others:
 * Create a brainstorming document.
 * Have members of a committee edit and approve meeting minutes.
 * Collaboratively write a report, story, or instructions without meeting together.
 * Have others view a presentation you have put together.
 * Track expenses in a department or organization.

Google Docs have some amazing possibilities in the classroom. Here are some real examples of projects and assignments that have been accomplished with Google Docs:
 * Google Docs in the Classroom**
 * Karen Bosch: Recycling Research Project (uses Spreadsheet and Form).
 * John Sowash: Microscope Tutorial Quiz (uses spreadsheet and form)
 * John Sowash: Embedded Presentations with Video (be sure to look at slide #25)
 * 21 Uses for Google Docs in the Classroom
 * Great Wiki with lots of ideas and case studies on Google Docs in the classroom.