#6 Google Classroom

I can see using Google Classroom in all areas I teach! This is a very easy way to go 'paperless' and be organized! I like that you have everything you need in one spot. You can look at assignments when you have time (at home on the couch is a good option) and comment/grade when you need to. Classroom also provides a way for students to get feedback that only they can see. You get away from passing back papers with tons of RED marks all over them. They are also able to share assignments with others so they can get peer feedback before the teacher has the final say. Students can work at their own level, at a pace that works for them. You can also check to make sure they are progressing towards the necessary goal in a timely manner. (The group I worked with last year was difficult so I had them turn in their assignments at the end of each class just so I could check on them. They quickly learned how to unsubmit their work to continue.). Hopefully you can somewhat avoid the students that do not get started until the very end.

I had fun with this activity. I used Classroom last year but very limited. I really only attached docs for writing assignments. I learned through these activities that you can easily add videos or websites to add to the lesson. It was so easy to do that I can't believe I didn't do it last year! I love the idea that you can save assignments as drafts. I could honestly set up my whole unit on figurative language and have it ready to go! Talk about summer work that you could use!! I also enjoyed the blog on naming assignments. I have noted before but my Google drive is a mess & I need to fix that this year! Creating a naming system would certainly help. I am excited to do more with Classroom this year.