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Lesson 3:

Using Google Tools to Promote Social Learning

Purpose: Google tools are powerful web-based document, creation and sharing tools. Teachers can use these tools to provide an environment for students to work collaboratively as well as give and receive feedback. This lesson provides you with examples of ways you can use Google tools to promote social learning in your classroom.  

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Objectives: 

  • Build background knowledge of Google Docs, Slides and Forms

  • Interact with Google lessons as a student

  • Begin to build your teacher resource library with Google tools

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Time Frame-By the end of week 3, complete the following: 

  • At least 2 Absorb Activities

  • At least 2 Do Activities

  • Create one lesson plan that demonstrates how to incorporate one Google tool into your classroom

  • Share your lesson plan with the instructor via Google Drive.

Absorb Activities: Google Tools

Choose at least two of the following activities to familiarize yourself with different Google tools.
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NOTE: If you are brand new to Google, begin by watching the video titled "Creating a Google Account" from the lower right side link. 

Google Docs Basics

Watch this video to brush up on how to create a Google Doc and make simple formatting choices.

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Click the link above.

Google Slides 101​

Watch this video to learn about creating Google Slide presentations.

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Click the link above.

Google Forms Introduction

This video provides a simple introduction on

how to begin a Google Form.

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Click the link above.

Creating a Google Account

This resource is for anyone who does not have a Google account.  Check out the easy steps and get started!

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Click the link above.

Do Activities: Experience Google Tools

Choose at least two of the following activities to practice using different Google tools.  These activities are meant to give you opportunities to collaborate with and give feedback to your peers.
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NOTE: If you do not have a Google account yet, begin with the link on the far right.  

Practice Formatting with Google Docs

Follow the directions on this Google Doc to show your proficiency with Google Docs formatting tools and sharing. 

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Click the link above.

Work Together to Develop a Slide Presentation

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Look at the sample slide and add your own slide to this presentation. Be sure to comment on one other slide!

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Click the link above.

Google Forms Introduction

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Complete this form, then look at the response information that is generated.

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Click the link above.

Creating a Google Account

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Create your own Google Account, if you don't have one yet!

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Click the link above.

Connect Activities:

Make Google Tools Your Own

Consider how you will use the different Google tools in your own classroom.  Design at least one set of lesson plans requiring students to build a Google Doc, Google Slide presentation or Google Form.
 
Remember to incorporate some sort of collaboration among students in your lesson plans.  Share your lesson plans with the instructor via Google Drive and post your lesson plans to the "Assignment Submissions" chat within the teachers' discussion forum here.   

Lesson Plan Examples

Click the buttons above to see example lesson plan outlines (intermediate grade level) and materials for using Google Docs, Slides and Forms. 

  • Feel free to use a similar format. 

  • Be sure to make the content fit with your classroom level or content area, so you can use it right away.

  • Share your lesson plans within Google Drive with the instructor at ggiffin@g.emporia.edu.

  • Post your lesson plans to the "Assignment Submission" chat within the teachers' discussion board.

  • Give feedback to at least one peer.  Use the quality checklist found here:

Summary of Learning

After completing Lesson 3, you should be able to:

  • Navigate Google Docs, Slides and Forms

  • Model how to use Google tools to your students

  • Create original lesson plans using Google Docs, Slides and Forms as a means of facilitating collaboration and social learning among students.

Professional Development Requirements

Teachers-

In order to receive 3 professional development points and your Google badge on Schoology, you must do the following by the end of week 3:

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  • Complete Connect Activity

    • Choose a focus: Google Docs, Slides or Forms

    • Create a set of lesson plans to use with your students

    • Lessons should relate to your grade level and/or content area

    • Share lesson plans with the instructor, ggiffin@g.emporia.edu.

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