Google Docs

Because of the problems that will arise sharing computers for the Ancient Civilizations project, we are going to try out GoogleDocs- a way to share presentations with your team members. To log into Google Docs, click on this link
Google Docs
Your username is hdms6day1@yahoo.com
Your password is hdstudent

What is GoogleDocs?
GoogleDocs is basically a wiki- a shared document that creates a history of changes. There are some ethical issues that go along with using this tool. Students will be able to view other students work as well as being able to work collaboratively with their group members. It is my expectation that you will not interfere with the work of other students!

The good news is that Mrs. Pidot will be able to see your progress as you work on your presentation. She can add notes to help you along.

In the “Docs Home” section you will find a “Frequently Asked Questions” page. Feel free to add questions as you have them AND/OR add answers to questions that appear.

Why use GoogleDocs?
GoogleDocs will allow you to work on your project from any computer. Because all of the work is stored online, it doesn’t matter if you have the same computer every day in tech class- or in social studies for that matter. If your computer doesn’t work, you can just use a different one. You will also be able to see what your group members have done on the project. You can leave notes for them if you want to with suggestions of ways to improve your presentation. And, you can work from home if you have an internet connection - you just need to log in.

Watch the video from Common Craft if this works better for you:
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