Google+Classroom




 * ~ Uses  ||~ Limitations ||
 * * Looks and works like Facebook, but there are no ads and is closed to others outside of the class.
 * Students access Google Classroom through a district created CMCSS student Google account.
 * Students can log into a Google Classroom, which provides them access to class assignments, announcements, and other posts.
 * Add-ins can be added to particular Google applications to enhance learning. || * Unable to embed code.
 * Limited grade book connections.
 * Limited grouping abilities. ||

Google Classroom is a web-based application, which is included in the CMCSS Google Apps for Education. Google Classroom is used by educators to create a secure and trusted environment for sharing ideas, files, and assignments with students. Google Classroom provides a powerful social learning environment helping to increase student learning.

Google Classroom is FREE to CMCSS educators.

** ISTE Standard: **
NETS II. Students use digital media and environments to communicate and work collaboratively, including at a distance, to support individual learning and contribute to the learning of others. Students: a. interact, collaborate, and publish with peers, experts or others employing a variety of digital environments and media. b. communicate information and ideas effectively to multiple audiences using a variety of media and formats. c. develop cultural understanding and global awareness by engaging with learners of other cultures. d. contribute to project teams to produce original works or solve problems.

Teachers will be exposed to ideas and strategies to develop a collaborative space for students that has limitless possibilities for students and teachers to collaborate, practice, and learn new information.
 * Objective/Clear Target **

Getting Started with Google Classroom
Teachers:
 * 1) Go to @https://classroom.google.com/
 * 2) First-time users should click the "I'm a Teacher" button at the bottom of the page.
 * 3) Teachers can begin creating classrooms by selecting the plus sign at top right.
 * 4) Step-by-Step Teacher Directions

Students:
 * 1) Go to @https://classroom.google.com/
 * 2) First-time users should click the "I'm a Student" button at the bottom of the page.
 * 3) Students can log into a Google Classroom by selecting the plus sign at top right.
 * 4) Step-by-Step Student Directions

** Using Google Classroom **
Once you have logged in, you can create your first class. Teachers can create announcements, assignments, questions, or reuse existing posts. To create a class, follow the instructions below.

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 * Getting started with Google Classroom PDF

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**Overview of Blended Learning** - Khan Academy video tutorials featuring content from the Christensen Institute


 * Common Sense Media **
 * Introduction to the SAMR Model - a way to evaluate how technology is incorporated in lessons
 * K-12 Digital Citizenship Curriculum** Scope and Sequence - empower students to think critically, behave safely, and participate responsibly in a digital world
 * Educator Ratings and Reviews (formerly Graphite) - in-depth editorial reviews on educational apps


 * SOS Strategies ** - For a great list of classroom strategies shared by Discovery Education, visit @http://tinyurl.com/SOS-strategies.