I think that learning to use Google docs was great! It will be a beneficial tool in working with other students and, after graduation, in working with other faculty and coaches. I also liked using the google spreadsheet. That seems like a really awesome tool for staying organized with projects or assignments that have deadlines. These tools both seemed like an efficient way to get work done with other people. I also thought it was cool that we discussed the fact that to start feeling comfortable with computers and problem-solving on them we just need to be more willing to search around for answers. The diagram of a computer expert's process was a good illustration of that idea. As a teacher I could also see using Google documents or spreadsheets to communicate with parents of students. If I have a student who is struggling in the class I can develop some sort of progress report or chart to help the parents and I stay on the same page in helping the student achieve success in class.
I like your idea of using Google Docs to keep parents informed about their student's performance. You'll find that a big help when teaching! And it helps you avoid really awkward parent-teacher conferences!
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