1. Quite possibly the biggest of differences between Google Docs and Microsoft Word or Pages is the collaboration effect. Google Docs makes group presentations, partner work, studying so much easier due to the ability to work at the same time on one document. Google Documents enables multiple students to join together through the sharing option of emailing. This cuts down the stress of emailing, texting, copying, whatever it may be. As far as the functions of word processors go, you can get as creative or simple as you want, however Docs allows for the functions that are necessary for completing something. It is harder to get all the froo froo with it, but in reality all of that may not even be necessary. One common trend in media and technology is the ability to connect multiple types and methods of technology. For instance, google documents allows the student to communicate through the website and function itself, along with email, social media, dropbox, and other forms of communication.
2. According to chapter four of Google Apps Meets Common Core, Graham uses some standards that allow for the use of Google Apps, specifically Google Documents, in state standards of the Common Core. Docs can be used as a means of practicing parts of the writing process, incorporating technology into standards, practicing types of writing, many english and writing standards, research projects, and so much more. Really, all sorts of technology can fit into Common Core Standards depending on hoe creative you choose to get. I feel like Google Docs fit primarily into common core standards relating to english and language arts but is by no means constricted to english alone.
3. Last week Eve, Brooke Anna, and I created task cards via Google Docs. We were able to look up and attach pictures, write comments and descriptions, share our thoughts simultaneously and get the project done in an efficient amount of time. We were able to edit each other's work and do our individual tasks as well. Google Docs made it incredibly easy to work individually on our group project, we were able to use our own computers and do the project together, but separate. It also cut down on the time wasted figuring out what to email, or what to type, anything unwanted can be viewed and deleted at preference.
2. According to chapter four of Google Apps Meets Common Core, Graham uses some standards that allow for the use of Google Apps, specifically Google Documents, in state standards of the Common Core. Docs can be used as a means of practicing parts of the writing process, incorporating technology into standards, practicing types of writing, many english and writing standards, research projects, and so much more. Really, all sorts of technology can fit into Common Core Standards depending on hoe creative you choose to get. I feel like Google Docs fit primarily into common core standards relating to english and language arts but is by no means constricted to english alone.
3. Last week Eve, Brooke Anna, and I created task cards via Google Docs. We were able to look up and attach pictures, write comments and descriptions, share our thoughts simultaneously and get the project done in an efficient amount of time. We were able to edit each other's work and do our individual tasks as well. Google Docs made it incredibly easy to work individually on our group project, we were able to use our own computers and do the project together, but separate. It also cut down on the time wasted figuring out what to email, or what to type, anything unwanted can be viewed and deleted at preference.
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