Welcome back, dedicated teachers!

As you gear up for another exciting academic year, we understand how valuable your time is.

To help you make the most out of Google’s suite of tools and save precious hours, we’ve compiled 17 quick tips that will streamline your workflow and enhance your back-to-school experience.

In this blog post, we’ll break down the key highlights from our YouTube video, providing you with a handy reference to these time-saving hacks.

17 Google Quick Tips for Back to School

00:11: Link Directly to a Google Classroom Assignment

Save your students from the hassle of navigating through multiple pages! Learn how to link them directly to a specific Google Classroom assignment efficiently. It’s a simple trick that can make a world of difference in easing the assignment access process.

01:04: Add Emojis to Topics and Assignments 

Who said assignments have to be boring? Discover how to inject some fun and creativity into your Google Classroom topics and assignments by adding emojis. Emojis can capture attention and make the learning experience more engaging.

Related: 100+ Google Quick Tips Video Library for Teachers

02:24: Use Google Templates and Assign in Google Classroom 

Tap into the power of Google Templates to save time on repetitive tasks. Find out how to use pre-designed templates and assign them directly through Google Classroom, streamlining your assignment distribution process.

11:48: Use Icons in the Google Chrome Bookmarks Bar 

Organize your bookmarks like a pro! Learn how to utilize icons in the Google Chrome bookmarks bar to create a visually appealing and easy-to-navigate setup, boosting your efficiency while browsing.

13:34: Google Chrome Tab Groups 

Tame the tab chaos with Google Chrome’s Tab Groups feature. Discover how to group related tabs together, keeping your browsing sessions organized and clutter-free.

Related: AI-Powered Google for Education Updates (Part 1)

16:07: Use the Citation Tool in Google Docs 

Say goodbye to manual citation headaches! Uncover the wonders of the citation tool in Google Docs, which can save you time and ensure accurate referencing in academic documents.

18:15: Create Interactive Google Slides 

Make your presentations stand out with interactivity! Learn how to create interactive Google Slides that captivate your audience and foster a more engaging learning environment.

21:07: Bookmark the Classwork Page in Google Classroom 

Get instant access to your classwork page with this nifty bookmarking tip. Save time and effort by quickly jumping to your Classwork tab in Google Classroom.

23:14: Tag Students in Class Comments in Google Classroom 

Personalize your feedback and communication with students! Find out how to tag individual students in class comments, making it easier for them to locate and respond to your messages.

Related: Custom Color Eyedropper in Google Slides!

25:00: Differentiate Assignments in Google Classroom 

Cater to diverse student needs by learning how to differentiate assignments in Google Classroom. Tailor tasks based on individual abilities and preferences, fostering a more inclusive learning environment.

26:17: Create a Reusable Google Classroom Class Template

Simplify class setup and save time on repetitive configurations. Discover how to create a reusable Google Classroom class template, perfect for new semesters or courses.

27:47: Use Private Comments for Reflection in Google Classroom

Promote meaningful dialogue with students using private comments. Learn how to leverage this feature in Google Classroom to provide personalized feedback and encourage student reflection.

31:32: Post Assignments to Multiple Classes in Google Classroom 

Efficiently manage multiple classes by posting assignments to multiple groups at once. Say farewell to redundant tasks and maximize your productivity.

32:36: How to Organize “Shared with Me” in Google Drive

Tidy up your Google Drive and regain control of your files! Explore techniques to efficiently organize the “Shared with Me” section, ensuring easy access to relevant documents.

We hope these 17 Google quick tips will be game-changers in optimizing your back-to-school season. Implement these time-saving hacks to streamline your tasks and devote more time to what matters most – educating and inspiring young minds!

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Happy teaching and best wishes for a successful academic year!

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Google Quick Tips Video Library for Teachers

Each week on the Shake Up Learning Show podcast, I share a quick tip. These tips are 2 minutes or less and are all about your favorite Google tools–Google Classroom, Google Chrome, Google Drive, and more!

You can catch the tip by listening to the podcast or watch the quick tip video on YouTube!

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It’s that time of year again! As many teachers begin to wrap up the end of the school year and prepare for summer, let’s make sure everything is clean and organized!

I’ve put together some Google Classroom cleanup tips for the end of the year!

Google Classroom and Google Drive can get quite messy throughout the school year, and you want to get everything cleaned up and set up for success in the next school year.

Now that even more teachers are using Google Classroom and planning for whatever the new normal is in the fall, it’s even more important to take the time to reflect, cleanup, and plan!

Let’s go all Marie Kondo and tidy up this mess!

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Quick Tip of the Week

From Google Drive on the desktop, you can preview files without having to open them in a new tab by selecting the file and hitting “P” on the keyboard. This is great for checking information in a document without having to open and close new tabs.

Watch this 2-minute video to learn how!

Google Classroom Cleanup Tips for the End of the Year

Below are six tips to help you clean up Google Classroom and prepare for the next school year.

Tip #1: Reflect on the Year

First things first, before you get all happy with the delete and archive buttons, I suggest you take the time to reflect so that you have a good idea of the files you want to keep, the lessons you want to improve and repeat, and those lessons and activities that totally bombed!

Reflection is a critical part of the lesson plan cycle.

Ideally, you want to reflect immediately following the lesson or activity.

However, teaching all day, lunch duty, bus duty, parent meetings, and staff development (among a million other things) doesn’t always give you the time you need for reflection. And given the fact that so many teachers just learned how to teach from home, there’s even more reason to reflect on the experience.

So take a breath, take some time to look through your Google Classroom assignments, their coordinating folders in Google Drive, and that pesky calendar.

What went well? What do you want to do differently next year?

Think about what went well PRE-COVID, and what went well during COVID-19 school closures. We need to be prepared for all possibilities.

Did you give too much or too little time for projects? How engaged were students at home?

Make some notes, digital or paper, before you get into cleaning mode!

Something else I want to encourage you to think about during this reflection time is how you used Google Classroom and G Suite tools in your classroom.

Did you use digital tools to substitute for what you did on paper? Or did you go further?

Did you take advantage of the collaborative features of G Suite? If so, how, and how can you improve? If not, why not?

If you have been uploading your PDF worksheets and Microsoft Office files into Google Classroom, did it transform the learning in any way? How might you move forward next year and take advantage of all Google has to offer?

If you want to learn more about using G Suite in your classroom, consider taking an online course, or even getting Google Certified!

Tips #2: Check Your “To Do” List in Google Classroom

Open up your “To Do” list in Google Classroom to see what work you need to review, grade, or return.

You can view all your classes at once, or use the drop down at the top to filter this list by class.

Depending on how much clean up you have to do, you can approach this in a few different ways.

You can open up each assignment individually if you have several assignments left to grade and return. (Remember, the using the Control key on your keyboard when you click will open the page in a new window.)

You can also click on the three dots to “mark as reviewed.” Marking as reviewed is just a way of moving assignments to the “reviewed” tab so you can clearly see what is left to do. Students will not be affected.

Tip #3: Clean Up Folders

One of the beautiful things about using Google Classroom is how it automagically connects to Google Drive and creates folders for each of your assignments.

Well, not that class has ended, you need to decide what to do with all of those folders and files.

Your earlier reflection should help you decide how to handle these files.

FIRST – DO NOT DELETE THE CLASSROOM FOLDER!

I repeat, DO NOT delete the Classroom folder from your Drive!

This folder is automatically created when you create your first class in Classroom and can be difficult to get back so leave it alone.

What you can do is move or delete the sub-folders and files that are contained in that Classroom folder.

This will be a personal preference kind of thing.

You can delete if you REALLY want to, but keep in mind that you have UNLIMITED storage in your Drive so you can be a pack rat if you want.

Personally, I like to curate exemplary work into a new folder to reference or share later.

I also like to create master folders for each school year, like “2018-2019 Classes.” You can create a folder like this in your Drive, or even as a sub-folder within the Classroom folder. Then just click and drag to move things around.

Tip #4: What to Do with All Those Calendars!

Another fantastic feature of Google Classroom is the way it creates a Google Calendar for each of your classes and adds due dates!

But when you go to Google Calendar, your list of calendars is cluttered with classes that you don’t teach anymore.

If this drives you crazy, you can delete those calendars from your list.

However, consider printing your class calendar to a PDF, or take a screenshot so you can reference your due dates when planning next year. (Tip: choose the schedule view so you can see the dates in a list.)

1. Open your Google Calendar and go to the setting icon near the top-right and click “Settings.”
2. Scroll down until you see your list of calendars on the left and click on the calendar you wish to delete.
3. Scroll down to the bottom of the page and click “Delete,” and then confirm you want to permanently delete.

Tip #5: Set Up a Class Template for Next Year

Did you know you can copy an entire class in Google Classroom?

When you do so, it will copy almost everything and save your assignments as drafts so you can easily reschedule.

This is a huge time-saver for the beginning of school, so why not create your ideal class template while everything is still fresh on the brain?

My advice is to make a copy of your class and edit it to be your “template,” that you can reuse year after year.

I have step-by-step directions for setting up your own class template in this post.

See also: How to Create a Reusable Class Template in Google Classroom

Tip #6: Archive Classes

Last, but certainly not least, you can archive your classes in Google Classroom.

This tip is last in the list because you want to make sure you have taken care of all of the things mentioned above before you are ready to archive.

To archive a class, go to your Google Classroom homepage and click on the three dots on the class card, then choose “Archive.”

You will receive a quick warning about what this means.

Click “Archive” to confirm.

Archival is great because it moves the class out of your list, but it can always be accessed or restored if you need it.

Go to your main menu (three lines) and scroll down to the bottom and select “Archive” to see your archived classes. You can also copy, restore, or delete them from here.

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In this blog post and podcast episode, I’m sharing 10 Things for Teachers to Try in 2023.

We will explore strategies, digital tools, professional learning, and much more!

Are you ready to start fresh, declutter, and make room for new ideas in your classroom this year?

What will you try in 2023?

No matter the subject or grade level, you’re bound to find a great idea just for you. 

Listen to this episode.

10 Things for Teachers to Try in 2023

1. Declutter Your Mind

If you are planning for a positive and productive 2023, you must first start with your mind. If you are like me, you may have lots of tasks, ideas, and clutter distracting you. Clearing my mind and getting all my ideas, thoughts, and worries out on paper (or a Google Doc) helps me get organized on focus on the year ahead.

Try a brain dump. Start by writing or typing down everything that’s cluttering your mind. Don’t worry about organizing it yet (you can do that later.) The point is to get it all out. Then use this to help you plan and organize your day or year. Here are some free brain dump templates from Canva.

How’s your mindset in 2023? Many of you may still feel burnt out. (I do!) A focus on the positive can help shift your mindset. I like to start the day with a devotional. Or look for other daily inspiration, stories, quotes, or try a gratitude journal.

2. Declutter Your Classroom/Workspace

Sometimes the last thing you feel like doing before or after the holiday break is cleaning, but this can reduce your stress level and give you a fresh start to the year.

Here are four easy steps to declutter and organize any space:

1. Clear out and make space to work. This can be loading everything into bins or boxes, or even just moving everything to one side of your classroom.
2. Categorize your items. Group like items together so you can clearly see everything you have.
3. Purge each category. Get rid of stuff you no longer need or use. In my classroom, I often had things like posters and teaching supplies that I would give to new teachers who were building their classrooms.
4. Contain and store your items. Now, let’s get this stuff stored and make your space more functional.

A good declutter clean-up can refresh your space, your mind, and your classroom! 

3. Try Custom Choice Boards 

I’ve been talking about choice boards for years. They truly changed my classroom, and I believe they can help any teacher empower students and differentiate.

In episode 176, I shared my framework for creating custom choice boards (with an infographic). While I love templates and share them frequently, the next step is to create a choice board that is designed to fit the needs of your students.

Templates are quick and easy, but if you rely on ready-made lessons too much, you may realize that are not always aligned with your learning goals.

I use Google Docs and Slides to create many choice boards, but I am currently exploring some new tools for choice board creation. (Look for some Book Creator resources coming soon!)

4. Chat GPT

Unless you have been living under a rock, you’ve probably heard the buzz around something called Chat GPT.

What is Chat GPT?

The beginning…that’s what it is. It will probably blow your mind, and then when you realize this technology is in its infancy, it might scare you.

Chat GPT is a free, online chatbot using artificial intelligence that can fully interact in human-like language. It can answer questions, write essays, generate all kinds of content, write lesson plans, the list goes on and on.

This tool is currently free to use while it is still in development.

Why do you need to know about Chat GPT?

Your students know about it and will use it. This technology will make plagiarism even more difficult to detect, and it means that we must rethink assignments.

For years, I have offered ideas to help teachers create assignments that are not at the top of a Google Search, but this blows Google out of the water. I don’t have all the answers. I wish I did, but I know that this is not going away and that we must work together to figure out how to create assignments for our students.

We cannot pretend that the Internet doesn’t exist when we are in school. Locking down tabs, and blocking websites isn’t the answer. Don’t misunderstand me. Yes, we need to block inappropriate content and protect our students, but we can’t prepare them for a technology-driven world and pretend that these technologies don’t exist.

We can definitely find ways to use things like Chat GPT and other similar AI tools in our learning and assessments. I will be sharing more on this in 2023. For instance, can we have students work together to use Chat GPT to answer questions, then break it apart and rewrite it or categorize it in a different way? This means that we as teachers have to have an awareness of how these tools work.

Spend some time very soon getting familiar with Chat GPT, or check the Beta version of Magic Write in Canva Docs, which uses the same AI language. (More on Canva Docs coming in next week’s episode.)

Related articles and resources:

• What Will ChatGPT Mean for Teaching?
• The College Essay Is Dead
• What is ChatGPT and why are schools blocking it?

5. Adobe Express Challenges

Did you know Adobe has free, ready-made lessons and templates for teachers and students? Each month Adobe offers a new challenge for teachers.

Think of these as ready-made activities for your students, complete with free templates, instructions, and great ideas to help teachers deliver powerful learning moments.

In December, Adobe (in partnership with Khan Academy) released a great mid-year reflection activity for students with free Adobe Express templates. January is the perfect time to use this challenge!

6th-12th Adobe Express Template

Activate student voices this January with fun and easily adaptable prompts from Adobe Express and Animate from Audio!

• Adobe Express – Use Adobe Express templates to create fun backgrounds for your characters. It could be a geography game, a famous person quiz, or a get-to-know-you intro video.
• Animate with Audio – Import your background from Adobe Express into Animate with Audio, pick your character, and record your video to make your project come alive. Animate with Audio is our latest feature and it allows students to bring their voice into a project to make it fun, educational, and informative.

To get started, click here.  Educators who share their student’s work on social media using the hashtag #AdobeEduCreative will be entered to win one of ten classroom sets of Adobe swag.  

6. Use Canva with Students

Canva has been one of my favorite image-creation tools for many years. Most of the graphics you see on this blog and website were created with Canva. But did you know Canva has entered the education space?

Canva for Education is free for teachers and students and is quickly becoming a powerhouse of interactive tools! In episode 169, I shared a treasure trove of back-to-school resources from Canva. Their templates can be huge time-savers. But what I am most excited about is how you can keep your activities inside Canva and interact with students.

Ready to learn more about Canva for Education?

• Tune in to episode 183: 4+ Things You Didn’t Know Canva Could Do. (Will be released on January 17, 2023).
• Get FREE Training on YouTube from teacher and Canva District Engagement Advocate, Scott Nunes.

7. Fight Exclusion in 2023

Every teacher should fight exclusion! In episode 164, I chatted with Mike Marotta, co-author of Inclusive Learning 365. Mike has many practical tips to help teachers reach all students and fight exclusion.

What is Inclusion?

Inclusion is fighting against exclusion. This idea, brought to the table by Chris Bugaj, struck the group as being the best picture of what inclusion means. Mike, and his co-authors, offer a website of resources. One of those resources is a self-assessment tool to examine how well a teacher is providing inclusive strategies. The self-assessment can also be useful in providing new mindsets or shifts for how to provide more inclusive strategies.

Try a new strategy in 2023!

8. Learn on the Shake Up Learning YouTube Channel

The Shake Up Learning YouTube channel is growing every week! We share free training and tips for teachers.

Each week, I share a Google Quick Tip of the Week. These are short videos (usually around 2-4 minutes) sharing a new feature of time-saving tips.

Here’s a list of the Top 10 Quick Tips of 2022.

This year, we are sharing more free training on YouTube. Check out the free training presentations from our team here. You can even catch my The Teachers Guide to Digital Choice Boards presentation here.

More training and tips are coming this year! Be sure you are subscribed to the channel, so you get notified when new videos are posted.

9. Take an Online Course from Shake Up Learning

Did you know that Shake Up Learning offers several online courses and workshops?

All of our courses are self-paced, meaning you learn at a time that is convenient for you. It is all asynchronous, so you can watch lesson videos, pause, stop, rewind and rewatch as much as you need.

ALL Courses offer credit hour certificates (ranging from 3-6 hours).

Online Workshops:

• The Blended Learning with Google Workshop
• The Dynamic Learning Workshop

Online Master Classes:

• The Google Classroom Master Class
• The Google Slides Master Class
• The Google Meet Master Class
• The Zoom Master Class

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10. Plan for a Productive 2023

I geek out over productivity strategies, planners, and books about planning and productivity–all the things! And I have shared many planning and productivity tips on the podcast and blog.

Check out these resources to help you plan for a productive year!

• Google Keep Tips for a Productive School Year
• Google Productivity Tips to Rock the School Year
• How to Work from Home and Get Things Done
• Productivity Tips and Tools for Teachers and Students

What new tips, tools, and strategies will you try this year? Leave us a comment!

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I’ve been creating these weekly Google Quick Tip videos for teachers since 2020. And now there are 100 video tutorials available on the Shake Up Learning YouTube channel! (More added each week!)

100+ Google Quick Tip Videos for Teachers!

Here’s a handy Google Doc with each video categorized by application. (Please do not request access. Add a shortcut to Drive.)

Or play the videos directly on this page (below the doc).

YouTube

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Welcome to our ultimate guide featuring 17 indispensable Google tips to make your back-to-school season a breeze. Get ready to streamline your workflow with game-changing hacks for Google Chrome, Google Classroom, Google Slides, Google Drive, Google Docs, and more! In this Video: 1⃣ Google Chrome: How to use tab groups and create a visual bookmarks bar with icons! 2⃣ Google Classroom Hacks: Create a reusable class template, bookmark the Classwork page, tag students, differentiate, post assignments to multiple classes, use private comments for reflection, link directly to an assignment, use emojis in topics and assignments, and more! 3⃣ Create interactive Google Slides! 4⃣ Google Drive Tips: Organize and manage your files effortlessly with these Drive hacks. Add files to multiple folders and organize "shared with me." 5⃣ Google Docs Citations: Learn how to use this amazing built-in citation tool! Are you ready to revolutionize the way you navigate Google's suite of tools? Dive into this video now and be prepared to save valuable time during this busy back-to-school season. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on more helpful content! In this video: 00:11 - Link directly to a Google Classroom Assignment 01:04 - Add emojis to topics and assignments 02:24 - Use Google templates and assign in Google Classroom 11:48 - Use icons in the Google Chrome bookmarks bar 13:34 - Google Chrome tab groups 16:07 - Use the citation tool in Google Docs 18:15 - Create interactive Google Slides 21:07 - Bookmark the classwork page in Google Classroom 23:14 - Tag students in class comments in Google Classroom 25:00 - Differentiate assignments in Google Classroom 26:17 - Create a reusable Google Classroom Class Template 27:47 - Use private comments for reflection in Google Classroom 31:32 - Post assignments to multiple classes in Google Classroom 32:36 - How to organize "shared with me" in Google Drive #BackToSchool #GoogleTips #Educators #TimeSavingHacks Related: Change Default Font in Google Docs https://youtu.be/bWOx433BWsc Related: PageLESS Google Docs https://youtu.be/Ms87xULLaYQ Related: Table Templates in Google Docs https://youtu.be/9aj_sJjJQe0 Related: Drop-down Menus in Google Docs https://youtu.be/YpyZ9gvH4mc Get the FREE Google Classroom Cheat Sheets for Teachers and Students: https://shakeuplearning.com/blog/the-google-classroom-cheat-sheets-for-teachers-and-students/ Listen to the Shake Up Learning Show podcast for quick tips every week: https://shakeuplearning.com/shake-up-learning-show-podcast-with-kasey-bell/ Subscribe to Shake Up Learning emails to get free tips and resources delivered to your inbox each week! http://shakeuplearning.com/subscribe Oh and follow us! http://twitter.com/shakeuplearning http://instagram.com/shakeuplearning http://pinterest.com/shakeuplearning http://facebook.com/shakeuplearning https://www.tiktok.com/@shakeuplearning">

17 Time-Saving Google Quick Tips for Back to School
Calling all educators!
Welcome to our ultimate guide featuring 17 indispensable Google tips to make your back-to-school season a breeze. Get ready to streamline your workflow with game-changing hacks for Google Chrome, Google Classroom, Google Slides, Google Drive, Google Docs, and more!

In this Video:
1⃣ Google Chrome: How to use tab groups and create a visual bookmarks bar with icons!
2⃣ Google Classroom Hacks: Create a reusable class template, bookmark the Classwork page, tag students, differentiate, post assignments to multiple classes, use private comments for reflection, link directly to an assignment, use emojis in topics and assignments, and more!
3⃣ Create interactive Google Slides!
4⃣ Google Drive Tips: Organize and manage your files effortlessly with these Drive hacks. Add files to multiple folders and organize "shared with me."
5⃣ Google Docs Citations: Learn how to use this amazing built-in citation tool!

Are you ready to revolutionize the way you navigate Google's suite of tools? Dive into this video now and be prepared to save valuable time during this busy back-to-school season.

Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on more helpful content!

In this video:
00:11 - Link directly to a Google Classroom Assignment
01:04 - Add emojis to topics and assignments
02:24 - Use Google templates and assign in Google Classroom
11:48 - Use icons in the Google Chrome bookmarks bar
13:34 - Google Chrome tab groups
16:07 - Use the citation tool in Google Docs
18:15 - Create interactive Google Slides
21:07 - Bookmark the classwork page in Google Classroom
23:14 - Tag students in class comments in Google Classroom
25:00 - Differentiate assignments in Google Classroom
26:17 - Create a reusable Google Classroom Class Template
27:47 - Use private comments for reflection in Google Classroom
31:32 - Post assignments to multiple classes in Google Classroom
32:36 - How to organize "shared with me" in Google Drive

#BackToSchool #GoogleTips #Educators #TimeSavingHacks

Related: Change Default Font in Google Docs https://youtu.be/bWOx433BWsc

Related: PageLESS Google Docs
https://youtu.be/Ms87xULLaYQ

Related: Table Templates in Google Docs
https://youtu.be/9aj_sJjJQe0

Related: Drop-down Menus in Google Docs
https://youtu.be/YpyZ9gvH4mc

Get the FREE Google Classroom Cheat Sheets for Teachers and Students: https://shakeuplearning.com/blog/the-google-classroom-cheat-sheets-for-teachers-and-students/

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17 Google Quick Tips for Back to School

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Google Docs just got some new features that make creating a Table of Contents so much easier! You can now customize styles, headings, indent, links, tab leaders, and more. If you wanted to know how to get the "dots" for your table of contents, this is your video!<br /> <br /> Related: Change Default Font in Google Docs https://youtu.be/bWOx433BWsc<br /> <br /> Related: PageLESS Google Docs<br /> https://youtu.be/Ms87xULLaYQ<br /> <br /> Related: Table Templates in Google Docs<br /> https://youtu.be/9aj_sJjJQe0<br /> <br /> Related: Drop-down Menus in Google Docs<br /> https://youtu.be/YpyZ9gvH4mc<br /> <br /> Get the FREE Google Classroom Cheat Sheets for Teachers and Students: https://shakeuplearning.com/blog/the-google-classroom-cheat-sheets-for-teachers-and-students/<br /> <br /> Listen to the Shake Up Learning Show podcast for quick tips every week: https://shakeuplearning.com/shake-up-learning-show-podcast-with-kasey-bell/<br /> <br /> Subscribe to Shake Up Learning emails to get free tips and resources delivered to your inbox each week! http://shakeuplearning.com/subscribe<br /> <br /> Oh and follow us!<br /> http://twitter.com/shakeuplearning<br /> http://instagram.com/shakeuplearning<br /> http://pinterest.com/shakeuplearning<br /> http://facebook.com/shakeuplearning<br /> https://www.tiktok.com/@shakeuplearning" data-video-title="How to Create a Table of Contents in Google Docs (NEW Features)" data-channel-id="UCCay74LkaxF6q-_qxXoYXSQ"> Related: Change Default Font in Google Docs https://youtu.be/bWOx433BWsc Related: PageLESS Google Docs https://youtu.be/Ms87xULLaYQ Related: Table Templates in Google Docs https://youtu.be/9aj_sJjJQe0 Related: Drop-down Menus in Google Docs https://youtu.be/YpyZ9gvH4mc Get the FREE Google Classroom Cheat Sheets for Teachers and Students: https://shakeuplearning.com/blog/the-google-classroom-cheat-sheets-for-teachers-and-students/ Listen to the Shake Up Learning Show podcast for quick tips every week: https://shakeuplearning.com/shake-up-learning-show-podcast-with-kasey-bell/ Subscribe to Shake Up Learning emails to get free tips and resources delivered to your inbox each week! http://shakeuplearning.com/subscribe Oh and follow us! http://twitter.com/shakeuplearning http://instagram.com/shakeuplearning http://pinterest.com/shakeuplearning http://facebook.com/shakeuplearning https://www.tiktok.com/@shakeuplearning">

Google Docs just got some new features that make creating a Table of Contents so much easier! You can now customize styles, headings, indent, links, tab leaders, and more. If you wanted to know how to get the "dots" for your table of contents, this is your video!

Related: Change Default Font in Google Docs https://youtu.be/bWOx433BWsc

Related: PageLESS Google Docs
https://youtu.be/Ms87xULLaYQ

Related: Table Templates in Google Docs
https://youtu.be/9aj_sJjJQe0

Related: Drop-down Menus in Google Docs
https://youtu.be/YpyZ9gvH4mc

Get the FREE Google Classroom Cheat Sheets for Teachers and Students: https://shakeuplearning.com/blog/the-google-classroom-cheat-sheets-for-teachers-and-students/

Listen to the Shake Up Learning Show podcast for quick tips every week: https://shakeuplearning.com/shake-up-learning-show-podcast-with-kasey-bell/

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How to Create a Table of Contents in Google Docs (NEW Features)

ShakeUpLearning 13.5K views April 4, 2023 8:00 am

Google for Education Updates You NEED to Know: https://youtu.be/T4_qG8eCOBY Related: PageLESS Google Docs https://youtu.be/Ms87xULLaYQ Related: Table Templates in Google Docs https://youtu.be/9aj_sJjJQe0 Related: Drop-down Menus in Google Docs https://youtu.be/YpyZ9gvH4mc Get FREE Google Classroom Resources: https://shakeuplearning.com/blog/category/google/google-classroom/ Get the FREE Google Classroom Cheat Sheets for Teachers and Students: https://shakeuplearning.com/blog/the-google-classroom-cheat-sheets-for-teachers-and-students/ Join the Google Classroom Master Class: https://shakeuplearning.teachable.com/p/getting-started-with-google-classroom-course Listen to the Shake Up Learning Show podcast for quick tips every week: https://shakeuplearning.com/shake-up-learning-show-podcast-with-kasey-bell/ Be sure to subscribe for more tips and awesomeness! https://www.youtube.com/shakeuplearning Subscribe to Shake Up Learning emails to get free tips and resources delivered to your inbox each week! http://shakeuplearning.com/subscribe Oh and follow us! http://twitter.com/shakeuplearning http://instagram.com/shakeuplearning http://pinterest.com/shakeuplearning http://facebook.com/shakeuplearning https://www.tiktok.com/@shakeuplearning">

Google continues to update the smart canvas features, including special chips and insert features inside Google Docs and Google Sheets. In this video, I will show you some of the newest features.

Coming soon! Video showcasing many new updates for Google Workspace for Education users! (3/28/23) Subscribe to the channel so you can access the premiere!

Related: PageLESS Google Docs
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Related: Table Templates in Google Docs
https://youtu.be/9aj_sJjJQe0

Related: Drop-down Menus in Google Docs
https://youtu.be/YpyZ9gvH4mc

Get FREE Google Classroom Resources: https://shakeuplearning.com/blog/category/google/google-classroom/

Get the FREE Google Classroom Cheat Sheets for Teachers and Students: https://shakeuplearning.com/blog/the-google-classroom-cheat-sheets-for-teachers-and-students/

Join the Google Classroom Master Class: https://shakeuplearning.teachable.com/p/getting-started-with-google-classroom-course

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New Smart Canvas Features in Google Docs and Sheets

ShakeUpLearning 2.4K views March 27, 2023 12:52 pm

Google has finally updated its Google Trends tool! Explore real-time and historical Google Search Trends trends over time, across regions, and more.

https://trends.google.com/
https://trends.google.com/trends/hottrends/visualize

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*Related: How to Change the Default Font in Google Sheets
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*Related: How to Change the Default Font in Google Slides: https://youtu.be/EBk2mVu9378

*Related: How to Change the Default Font in Google Docs: https://youtu.be/bWOx433BWsc

Get FREE Google Classroom Resources: https://shakeuplearning.com/blog/category/google/google-classroom/

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A Brand New Google Trends! (What's trending in Google Search?)

ShakeUpLearning 1.4K views March 22, 2023 10:09 am

Did you know you can open a side panel in Google Chrome? You can use the side panel to display your search results on the right side of the window while viewing pages from your search on the left.

This is much easier than going back and forth between tabs when searching. It's also great for student research!

(OH! and the side panel also allows you to save reading lists, view bookmarks, and your Google Search journeys.)

* Related: Name and Color Code Chrome Tab Groups
https://youtu.be/_OMhcSFtbrE

* Related: Pinned Tabs
https://youtu.be/goRXbt1Kz5o

* Related: Continue Where You Left Off
https://youtu.be/YKei8tmi3H8

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The Google Chrome Side Panel Search

ShakeUpLearning 2.9K views March 8, 2023 9:00 am

Hooray! A new feature in Pageless Google Docs!
You can now pin the header of a table in a pageless Google Doc. (I needed this!)

Related: PageLESS Google Docs
https://youtu.be/Ms87xULLaYQ

Related: Table Templates in Google Docs
https://youtu.be/9aj_sJjJQe0

Related: Drop-down Menus in Google Docs
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Get FREE Google Classroom Resources: https://shakeuplearning.com/blog/category/google/google-classroom/

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Pin Header in Pageless Google Docs Tables

ShakeUpLearning 1.5K views February 28, 2023 8:00 am

This new feature can save you tons of time "picking" the exact color for your Google Slides projects.

Note: The eyedropper only works inside slides and will not "travel" to other websites.

*How to Change the Default Font in Google Slides:
https://youtu.be/EBk2mVu9378

*How to Change the Link Color in Google Slides Themes: https://youtu.be/Qq6kUTTM5Hw

*Join the Google Classroom Master Class: https://shakeuplearning.teachable.com/p/getting-started-with-google-classroom-course

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Custom Color Eyedropper in Google Slides

ShakeUpLearning 8.7K views February 21, 2023 8:00 am

A new feature in Google Meet! You can now react with 8 different emojis.

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Emoji Reactions in Google Meet

ShakeUpLearning 3.4K views February 14, 2023 8:00 am

Did you know you can create an event for "focus time" in Google Calendar? This is a perfect way to protect your time and let others know you are focusing on deep work.

*Related: Create Meeting Notes in Google Calendar (one-click!)
https://youtu.be/U381mt0HRdA

Get FREE Google Classroom Resources: https://shakeuplearning.com/blog/category/google/google-classroom/

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Protecting Your Focus Time in Google Calendar

ShakeUpLearning 596 views January 25, 2023 11:39 am

New Google Sheets feature!
You can now insert a drop-down menu, or what Google calls "chips". This is a great way to save time entering information into a Google Sheet.

*Related: How to Insert Drop-down Menus in Google Docs
https://youtu.be/YpyZ9gvH4mc

*Related: How to Change the Default Font in Google Sheets
https://youtu.be/KVYo8FIr6N8

Did you know that Google Sheets now has themes? Yes! And you can customize everything including the font!

*Related: How to Change the Default Font in Google Slides: https://youtu.be/EBk2mVu9378

*Related: How to Change the Default Font in Google Docs: https://youtu.be/bWOx433BWsc

Get FREE Google Classroom Resources: https://shakeuplearning.com/blog/category/google/google-classroom/

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How to Insert Drop Down Chips in Google Sheets

ShakeUpLearning 2.4K views January 18, 2023 9:55 am

New feature alert! You can now follow other collaborators in Google Slides, and when they jump to a different slide, YOU jump to a different slide.

How to Change the Default Font in Google Slides:
https://youtu.be/EBk2mVu9378

How to Change the Link Color in Google Slides Themes: https://youtu.be/Qq6kUTTM5Hw

Join the Google Classroom Master Class: https://shakeuplearning.teachable.com/p/getting-started-with-google-classroom-course

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How to Follow a Collaborator in Google Slides

ShakeUpLearning 1.2K views January 10, 2023 7:00 am

Did you know you can share a file and give users an expiration date? This will remove access to the file on a the date of your choosing.

*Google Quick Tip Video Index (Google Doc)
https://docs.google.com/document/d/18mbo6R8A9MQIXgr7DyYVIHpnDrEfnA3Zs1svIHNxztU/edit?usp=sharing

*Related: How to Save Files to Multiple Folders in Google Drive
https://youtu.be/5C3E4tqxICw

*Related: Cut, Copy, & Paste Files in Google Drive
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*Related: Google Drive Search Chips https://youtu.be/NRTThUPEOiE

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How to Set an Expiration Date on Google Drive Files

ShakeUpLearning 4.6K views November 15, 2022 7:00 am

Did you notice that your menus in Google Slides have changed? Let's dive in and see what's changed and improved.

How to Change the Default Font in Google Slides:
https://youtu.be/EBk2mVu9378

How to Change the Link Color in Google Slides Themes: https://youtu.be/Qq6kUTTM5Hw

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NEW Google Slides Enhanced Menu

ShakeUpLearning 2.9K views November 9, 2022 11:02 am

Shared files are great! But sometimes it can be difficult to find them again.
Google Drive shortcuts allow you to add a link to someone else's file and access it, search for it, and even put it in a folder in your Drive.
This is perfect for living documents that are growing and changing--like the index of Google Quick Tips!

*Google Quick Tip Video Index (Google Doc)
https://docs.google.com/document/d/18mbo6R8A9MQIXgr7DyYVIHpnDrEfnA3Zs1svIHNxztU/edit?usp=sharing

*Related: How to Save Files to Multiple Folders in Google Drive
https://youtu.be/5C3E4tqxICw

*Related: Cut, Copy, & Paste Files in Google Drive
https://youtu.be/y3nmu5FUwdo

*Related: Google Drive Search Chips https://youtu.be/NRTThUPEOiE

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How to Add a Shortcut to a File in Google Drive (and Organize it!)

ShakeUpLearning 9.1K views November 1, 2022 6:00 am

Smart Chips are becoming a part of all of your favorite Google applications. They give you a way to connect all of your "Google stuff" to your documents. This is a great way to improve communication and collaboration and save time! Each "chip" gives you a direct link to a person, file, or event with one-click access.

*Related: Use the "@" Symbol to Insert and Access Shortcuts in Google Docs
https://youtu.be/EGvxhUynC8I

*Related: How to Change the Default Font in Google Sheets
https://youtu.be/KVYo8FIr6N8

Did you know that Google Sheets now has themes? Yes! And you can customize everything including the font!

*Related: How to Change the Default Font in Google Slides: https://youtu.be/EBk2mVu9378

*Related: How to Change the Default Font in Google Docs: https://youtu.be/bWOx433BWsc

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Link People, Files, and Calendar Events to Your Google Sheet with "Smart Chips"

ShakeUpLearning 3.4K views October 25, 2022 6:00 am

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How to Voice Type in Google Docs (Speech-to-Text Dictation)

ShakeUpLearning 7K views October 18, 2022 6:00 am

It's super easy to add files to multiple folders by using Google Drive shortcuts!

https://support.google.com/drive/answer/9700156?hl=en&co=GENIE.Platform%3DDesktop

*Related: Cut, Copy, & Paste Files in Google Drive
https://youtu.be/y3nmu5FUwdo

*Related: Google Drive Search Chips https://youtu.be/NRTThUPEOiE

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How to Save Files to Multiple Folders in Google Drive

ShakeUpLearning 9.7K views October 14, 2022 9:55 am

Learn more about Google Classroom and get the FREE Google Classroom Cheat Sheets for Teachers and Students (54 pages): https://shakeuplearning.com/blog/the-google-classroom-cheat-sheets-for-teachers-and-students/<br /> <br /> Take your Google Classroom skills to the next level with The Google Classroom Master Class: https://shakeuplearning.teachable.com/p/getting-started-with-google-classroom-course/<br /> <br /> Be sure to subscribe for more tips and awesomeness! https://www.youtube.com/shakeuplearning<br /> <br /> Subscribe to Shake Up Learning emails to get free tips and resources delivered to your inbox each week! http://shakeuplearning.com/subscribe<br /> <br /> Oh and follow us!<br /> http://twitter.com/shakeuplearning<br /> http://instagram.com/shakeuplearning<br /> http://pinterest.com/shakeuplearning<br /> http://facebook.com/shakeuplearning" data-video-title="Google Classroom Student Selector (Digital Popsicle Sticks!)" data-channel-id="UCCay74LkaxF6q-_qxXoYXSQ"> Learn more about Google Classroom and get the FREE Google Classroom Cheat Sheets for Teachers and Students (54 pages): https://shakeuplearning.com/blog/the-google-classroom-cheat-sheets-for-teachers-and-students/ Take your Google Classroom skills to the next level with The Google Classroom Master Class: https://shakeuplearning.teachable.com/p/getting-started-with-google-classroom-course/ Be sure to subscribe for more tips and awesomeness! https://www.youtube.com/shakeuplearning Subscribe to Shake Up Learning emails to get free tips and resources delivered to your inbox each week! http://shakeuplearning.com/subscribe Oh and follow us! http://twitter.com/shakeuplearning http://instagram.com/shakeuplearning http://pinterest.com/shakeuplearning http://facebook.com/shakeuplearning">

Did you know there is a random student selector in the Google Classroom mobile app?

Use this to randomly select students to call on in class.

*Related: How to Customize the Theme Color in Google Classroom
https://youtu.be/HsH8XgsH1a4

*Related: How to Schedule Assignments for Multiple Classes in Google Classroom
https://youtu.be/Yhiht5V75uM

*Related: Find Google Classroom Assignments Quickly Using This Keyboard Shortcut!
https://youtu.be/lwwB2inzWxE

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Google Classroom Student Selector (Digital Popsicle Sticks!)

ShakeUpLearning 3.8K views October 4, 2022 12:19 pm

Need to collaborate with someone who doesn't have a Google account? No problem! You can invite them to the doc as a "visitor."

This allows non-Google users to view, comment on, or edit content in Google Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Sites.

*Related: How to Layer Images in Google Docs
https://youtu.be/iH2LSMau9Mg

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How to Share Google Files with Non Google Users

ShakeUpLearning 9K views September 27, 2022 8:40 am

Learn more about Google Classroom and get the FREE Google Classroom Cheat Sheets for Teachers and Students (54 pages): https://shakeuplearning.com/blog/the-google-classroom-cheat-sheets-for-teachers-and-students/<br /> <br /> Take your Google Classroom skills to the next level with The Google Classroom Master Class: https://shakeuplearning.teachable.com/p/getting-started-with-google-classroom-course/<br /> <br /> Be sure to subscribe for more tips and awesomeness! https://www.youtube.com/shakeuplearning<br /> <br /> Subscribe to Shake Up Learning emails to get free tips and resources delivered to your inbox each week! http://shakeuplearning.com/subscribe<br /> <br /> Oh and follow us!<br /> http://twitter.com/shakeuplearning<br /> http://instagram.com/shakeuplearning<br /> http://pinterest.com/shakeuplearning<br /> http://facebook.com/shakeuplearning" data-video-title="Google Classroom Mobile Notifications" data-channel-id="UCCay74LkaxF6q-_qxXoYXSQ"> Learn more about Google Classroom and get the FREE Google Classroom Cheat Sheets for Teachers and Students (54 pages): https://shakeuplearning.com/blog/the-google-classroom-cheat-sheets-for-teachers-and-students/ Take your Google Classroom skills to the next level with The Google Classroom Master Class: https://shakeuplearning.teachable.com/p/getting-started-with-google-classroom-course/ Be sure to subscribe for more tips and awesomeness! https://www.youtube.com/shakeuplearning Subscribe to Shake Up Learning emails to get free tips and resources delivered to your inbox each week! http://shakeuplearning.com/subscribe Oh and follow us! http://twitter.com/shakeuplearning http://instagram.com/shakeuplearning http://pinterest.com/shakeuplearning http://facebook.com/shakeuplearning">

If you use Google Classroom, you should also install the mobile app on you phone (iOS and Android).

You can now customize all your notifications in the app!

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Google Classroom Mobile Notifications

ShakeUpLearning 1K views September 20, 2022 9:07 am

Did you know you can now access a full emoji keyboard in Google Docs?

It's super easy and fun!

Related: Emoji Reactions in Google Docs
https://youtu.be/G_I__uzgLrY

Related: How to Layer Images in Google Docs
https://youtu.be/iH2LSMau9Mg

Related: Table Templates in Google Docs
https://youtu.be/9aj_sJjJQe0

Related: Drop-down Menus in Google Docs
https://youtu.be/YpyZ9gvH4mc

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How to Insert Emoji in Google Docs

ShakeUpLearning 1.7K views September 14, 2022 11:29 am

I love using Canva to create some visuals for my Google Keep notes. This is super easy and fun!

Want to use my templates?
Go to: https://shakeuplearning.com/blog/google-keep-tips-for-a-productive-school-year-suls0171/

*Related: How to Create a Google Classroom Banner in Canva
https://youtu.be/RNa1iRY_L_8

Don't miss our two-part series on Canva in the Classroom!
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How to Create Google Keep Headers with Canva

ShakeUpLearning 3.6K views September 6, 2022 8:53 am

Did you know you can have Google Calendar send you your daily schedule to your inbox every morning?

This is a great way to review your schedule for the day!

Get FREE Google Classroom Resources: https://shakeuplearning.com/blog/category/google/google-classroom/

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How to Get Your Daily Schedule in Your Inbox

ShakeUpLearning 1K views August 30, 2022 9:25 am

Did you know you can auto-magically create meeting notes in Google Docs for a Google Calendar event in one click?

This is a huge time-saver, and a great way to make sure everyone invited has a copy of the agenda for the event.

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Create Meeting Notes in Google Calendar in One Click!

ShakeUpLearning 1.8K views August 23, 2022 8:16 am

New feature! You can now add watermarks (text or image) in a Google Doc. Great for adding your school logo, marking confidential, and more!

Related: How to Layer Images in Google Docs
https://youtu.be/iH2LSMau9Mg

Related: Table Templates in Google Docs
https://youtu.be/9aj_sJjJQe0

Related: Drop-down Menus in Google Docs
https://youtu.be/YpyZ9gvH4mc

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How to Add a Watermark in Google Docs

ShakeUpLearning 6.2K views August 16, 2022 9:41 am

Yay! We can now change the fonts and font size in our Google Forms!

Related: The New Settings Tab in Google Forms
https://youtu.be/__K2NU7xuME

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Customize Fonts and Formatting in Google Forms

ShakeUpLearning 5.4K views August 9, 2022 9:20 am

Have you ever been frustrated with getting images in the exact location you want in Google Docs?

These new features make this so much easier and give you more options for layering images on top of each other, or even behind or on top of text in a Google Doc.

Related: How to Layer and Arrange Images in Google Slides
https://youtu.be/RSKrxYm8gBY

Related: Table Templates in Google Docs
https://youtu.be/9aj_sJjJQe0

Related: Drop-down Menus in Google Docs
https://youtu.be/YpyZ9gvH4mc

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How to Layer Images in Google Docs

ShakeUpLearning 7K views August 8, 2022 12:20 pm

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Voice Typing in Google Docs is a Game-Changer!

As a former ELA teacher, I am naturally drawn to technology that supports reading and writing.

Google Docs is fully-loaded with some features that can save us time in and out of the classroom, and oftentimes can even save us a little heartache when it comes to supporting students.

One tiny little feature that packs an amazing punch is Voice Typing in Google Docs.

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7 Reasons You Need to Try Voice Typing in Google Docs

Voice typing is a speech-to-text feature that is built into the most popular word processor in the world, and it is available to you and your students if you have a microphone on your devices.

You can dictate all kinds of words, lists, and writing into Google Docs. You can also dictate formatting, punctuation, and editing. But wait…there’s more! YOU CAN DICTATE IN OTHER LANGUAGES!!!!! WHOA!!!!

I have shared this little feature during my presentations, and I was reminded just last week how powerful this tool can be for any student, but especially for struggling students, ELL, and primary. So in this post, I will share seven reasons you need to try Voice Typing in Google Docs–for yourself, for your students, and to help support learning across the board. This is the tip you need to pass on! Every teacher needs to know this!

Text-to-speech has a bad reputation, but it has come a long way! Google has a fantastic text-to-speech engine that is built into the Chrome browser and used in the Google Assistant. If you have ever done a voice search, you have seen how well Google understands what you say. Now take this power and apply it to dictation into a Google Doc. This little feature works amazingly well! Think of Voice Typing like your personal stenographer! (Note: Voice Typing also works in Google Slides speaker notes.)

How to Enable Voice Typing in Google Docs (desktop version)

Step 1: Turn on Your Microphone

To use voice typing or voice commands, your computer microphone needs to be on and working.

Step 2: Start voice typing in a document

1. Check that your microphone works.
2. Open a document in Google Docs with a Chrome browser.
3. Click Tools  Voice typing. A microphone box appears.
4. When you’re ready to speak, click the microphone.
5. Speak clearly, at a normal volume and pace (see below for more information on using punctuation).
6. When you’re done, click the microphone again.

7 Reasons You Need to Try Voice Typing in Google Docs

1. Time Saver

Chances are that you talk faster than you type, even if you have pretty good typing skills. Voice Typing can save you valuable time, especially valuable instructional time. Very few students have efficient typing skills these days. Having students type their essays and research, well anything for that matter, can be one of the most excruciating processes in the classroom. Use Voice Typing to maximize your time with your students.

I know what you are thinking…noise! Yes, if every student is dictating into Google Docs at the same time it could be a giant mess. But keep in mind that every student doesn’t have to do the exact same thing at the exact same time. This also makes it easier to make use of limited devices. You could dedicate a time and space for recording/dictating, similar to how we manage recording videos and audio in the classroom. Don’t immediately dismiss it because of the chaos. You can manage the chaos and make it work. Now, this may not be the way to compose everything, but it’s worth a try to see what works best for you and your students.

2. Dictate and Format All Types of Writing with Your Voice

We use Google Docs for all types of writing and projects. Don’t limit your use of Voice Typing to just the text-heavy essays. You can dictate anything into Docs, including

• class notes,
• meeting notes,
• to do lists,
• starter sentences,
• thesis statements,
• vocabulary,
• spelling lists,
• math word problems,
• and just about any other type of writing!

You can also dictate formatting, punctuation, and correct mistakes with commands! Yeah!!!

You can use these phrases to add punctuation to your text:

• Period
• Comma
• Exclamation point
• Question mark
• New line
• New paragraph

After you start voice typing, you can use commands to edit and format your document.

For example,

• Select paragraph
• Italics
• Delete
• Insert Link
• Go to the end of the line.
• Too many to list here. To see a full list of commands, visit the support center page for Voice Typing.

Correct Mistakes with Voice Typing

If you make a mistake while you’re typing with your voice, you can move your cursor to the mistake and fix it without turning off the microphone.

After you correct the mistake, move the cursor back to where you want to continue. To see a list of suggestions, right-click words underlined in gray.

3. Support the Littles Who Can’t Spell Yet!

Our youngest learners can tell amazing stories. They can compose, they just don’t have the spelling and composition skills yet, but they can dictate their sentences and stories in Google Docs without worrying about spelling or typing. What a great way to support young writers and help them feel successful! Bonus: Dictation can help students learn punctuation skills.

4. Support Struggling Writers at Any Age.

Writing is hard and it can be a struggle for writers of all ages. Voice Typing can be particularly useful for those that struggle, especially those with Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, or just struggle with the mouse and keyboard. Voice Typing can make a great companion or modification to help support struggling students. Accessibility is important for all learners.

5. Support ELL and Foreign Language — dictate in other languages.

As I mentioned earlier, you can dictate in other languages. At last count, this feature is available in 90 different languages! (See the full list of languages on the Google Voice Typing support page.)

To change the language, just use the drop-down above the microphone to choose your language.

This is a fantastic way to support students who are learning new languages, whether that is an English Language Learner or a student in a Foreign Language class. Students can compose in their language of choice. They can even translate their document into another language. (Go to Tools>Translate Document)

For some students, this is a complete game-changer! Being able to compose in their native language can really help bridge the divide as students learn English. Be sure to share this tip with all the language teachers on your campus!

6. Dictate on the Go. (Google Docs Mobile App)

Did you know that Voice Typing works on mobile?!! Yep! You can dictate on the go. Students who have mobile devices can dictate directly into their device. This could expand the use of the feature beyond the classroom, as well as give you access across multiple devices in and out of the classroom. Just look for the microphone icon on your mobile keyboard to start dictating.

• Get Google Docs for iOS
• Get Google Docs for Android

7. We Need to Get Used to Talking to Our “Stuff.”

This is something I talk a lot about in my keynote! We have to get used to talking to our stuff. Whether you are ready or not, text-to-speech is becoming a part of everything. I often feel like the world isn’t ready to see me talking to my Apple Watch as I shop in the grocery store, but get ready. We will all be talking to our stuff and making great use of machine learning. That means that keyboarding skills will eventually go by the way side. The world is changing! Are you ready?

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In this episode, Kasey takes a deep dive into 11 Google Docs features that have been released over the last year.

We will explore the best ways to use these new features in the classroom.

These 11 Google Docs Tips for Teachers and Students should not be missed!

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11 Google Docs Tips for Teachers and Students

1. Use @ to Access Shortcuts

Did you know that a whole new menu appears when you type the @ symbol in Google Docs?

It gives you shortcuts to insert all kinds of things like tagging people, adding links to files, inserting media and bullets, and much more!

2. Text or Image Watermarks

You can add text or image watermarks in your Doc.

Watermarks appear behind your text and will repeat on every page of your document.

Go to Insert > Watermark.

A sidebar will appear with options for text and images.

This is a great way to add “confidential” for confidential school materials or add your school or class logo.

(Video coming soon)

3. Layer Images Over or Under Text

This has been a long-awaited feature!

You can now layer images on top of text or under the text.

Look for the options under the selected images.

4. Drop-Down Menus

You can now insert a drop-down menu. This is a great way to indicate the status of projects, writing drafts, ask questions, track PBL, and more!

Check out this post for 15+ Ways to Use Drop-Down Menus in Google Docs.

5. Auto-Generated Summaries

Google Docs can now use AI to auto-generate a summary for your document.

Use this to easily create a summary for your doc. Or, have students evaluate and revise the summary to work on summarization skills.

6. Emoji Reactions

Add emoji as reactions and feedback inside a collaborative Google Doc!

These appear as comments in the Doc.

7. PageLESS Docs

Did you know you don’t have to have page breaks in Google Docs?

This is super handy for tables, choice boards, wide images, and more.

If you don’t need “pages” or page breaks, go pageLESS!

8. Table Templates

With this new feature, create a new table in just a few seconds.

These templates are great for tracking projects and progress but can be customized for whatever you want!

9. Customize Tables

Google gave us some great NEW features with tables inside Google Docs!

• Pin header rows
• Unsplittable rows
• Quickly add and arrange columns and rows
• Sort tables to organize data

10. Join Google Meet from Docs, Slides, or Sheets

Did you know you can join a Google Meet meeting right inside your favorite Google apps?

In addition to the present to Meet option, you can select “Join the call” from the comfort of Docs, Slides, or Sheets.

11. Gmail Template: Draft Gmail Messages

Did you know there is an email template in Google Docs?

Oh, and with one click you can import it into Gmail and send it!

Easy Peasy, y’all!

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Yes! 15 Google Classroom Tips for Teachers!

Google Classroom is one of the most popular digital tools for the K-12 classroom.

Google Classroom has improved vastly over the years, and teachers have learned how to make the most of this flexible assignment manager and communication hub.

I asked the members of the Shake Up Learning community to share with me their favorite Google Classroom tips.

The tips shared by the community are AWESOME!

These are tips are FOR teachers and recommended BY teachers!

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15 Google Classroom Tips for Teachers

1. Number your assignments!

Numbering your assignments is one of the best tips I ever received. It helps you organize files not only in Classroom but also keep Google Drive neat and tidy.

This tip is also one I recommend in the previous post, 6 Tips for Getting Started with Google Classroom.

2. Use Cntrl + F to Find Numbers and Words in Google Classroom

Even the most organized Classwork page can become quite long after a few weeks of assignments. Use the keyboard shortcut, Control + F (Command + F on a mac), to search for keywords or assignment numbers (as mentioned above) on the page. Teach students this trick, too!

3. Pick an Organizational Strategy for Using Topics

Using the topics feature on the classwork page helps organize assignments for students and teachers. There are several different ways to organize. There are several ways to do this and what works for one teacher doesn’t work for all. This is a personal preference for teachers. Choose a strategy that works for your content area and grade level. For ideas, check out this post on How to Organize Assignments in Google Classroom.

4. Create a “Resources” Topic and Keep at the Top of the Classwork Page

Every class needs a place to store resources, links, class rules, syllabus, etc. Mindy Barron suggests you create a special topic for resources and class materials and keep it near the top for easy access. Be sure to name these files clearly so that students know exactly what is there.

5. Create a Google Classroom Class Template

Once you have selected your favorite organization method for Google Classroom (and tested it!) Make a copy of the class as your template. You can continue to make a copy every time you need a new class and already have all of your topics created and organized, and your assignments will be saved as drafts!

To make a copy of a class in Google Classroom: Go to your Google Classroom home, then click on the 3 dots on the class card and select “copy class.”

For detailed directions and more tips on this idea, visit How to Create a Class Template in Google Classroom.

6. Use Direct Links to Assignments

Did you know you can get a direct link to a specific assignment? This makes it so easy to refer students back to a particular activity. Just go to the Classwork page, locate the assignment, click on the 3 dots to the right of the assignment and copy the link.

7. Use a Google Doc as a Syllabus (Secondary)

Many teachers use Google Docs to create a syllabus so that it is a living document that can be updated throughout the year. Add links to outside resources, daily assignments, important dates, etc. You can even put links to Google Classroom assignments (see above) to avoid the long search for students. (Thank you to Michael Stroud for sharing this!)

8. Break Projects into Smaller Assignments with Separate Due Dates

Project-based learning is so important, and as we try to move past the static, one-and-done assignments, we have to think differently about how we implement in our classrooms.

Big projects can be overwhelming for students, especially those who haven’t learned how to manage their time. It’s important to give them milestones and chunk the project into smaller assignments with checkpoints. In fact, that’s one of the implementation tips from my book, Shake Up Learning: Practical Ideas to Move Learning From Static to Dynamic.

9. Create a Separate Class for Enrichment and Extension Activities

In my class, finishing your assignment early didn’t mean free time or games. For my students, it involved reading and enrichment activities. Consider creating a separate class inside Google Classroom for extension or enrichment activities.

You could even gamify this idea and give digital badges for accomplishing a task or challenge. For other ways to use Google Classroom, check out 20 New Ways to Use Google Classroom.

10. Use Private Comments for Meaningful Feedback and Conversations with Students

One of my favorite features of Google Classroom is the private comment feature. This little tool can help streamline communication with your students and improve the feedback loop. Feedback from teachers is one of the most important factors in student growth!

Private comments are just that–private between you and your student. (No one else can read these.)

Remember to use private comments not just at the end of the assignment, but throughout!

And this doesn’t negate the power of face-to-face conversations, but it does help document so students can remember the feedback, as well as give students an opportunity to communicate who do not usually speak in front of the class.

There are a few different places where you can add private comments for students.

To add a private comment from the Student Work page:

1. From the Classwork tab, click on the assignment for which you would like to give feedback.
2. Click on “View Assignment.”
3. Select the Student from the roster on the left.
4. Toward the bottom of the right-hand panel, you will see “Add Private Comment.”
5. Click to type and add your private comment for your student.

You can also now add private comments using the new grading feature in Google Classroom from inside the student’s document.

To add a private comment using the Grading Tool:

1. From the Classwork tab, click on the assignment for which you would like to give feedback.
2. Click on “View Assignment.”
3. Click on the student’s file that you would like to give feedback.
4. Use the right-hand panel to post a private comment.

Related: 4 Ways to Give Meaningful Feedback in Google Classroom

11. Use Private Comments for Reflection

Some teachers take the private comments feature a step further and make it part of the assignment by requiring that students add a reflection as a private comment after they submit their assignment. Sean Fahey suggests using an open-ended question or give students a prompt like, “What did you like most about the assignment?” or “What part challenged you the most?”

Be sure to add this to your directions, so they don’t forget!

Related: Google Classroom Comments: All You Need to Know!

12. Attach a Template Document for Each Assignment.

This tip comes to us from Michelle Baragar. She attaches a blank Google Doc or a template to each assignment as a copy for each student. In Google Classroom, you can view the assignment page and see a thumbnail for each student. This allows you to see progress, or lack thereof, at a glance.

Even if you do not have a template for your assignment, Michelle Baragar suggests attaching a saved black document to use as a template so that you can still get the thumbnail view!

13. Invite Teachers that are Hesitant to Use Google Classroom to Be a Student or Co-Teacher in Your Class.

Not every teacher is on board with Google Classroom. If you work with a teacher who is hesitant or maybe a little technophobic, invite them to join your class as a student or a co-teacher.

I suggest inviting them as a student at first, so they get an idea of how it works before giving them the ability to add and edit your class as a co-teacher. Co-teachers can do everything you can do in a class.

To invite teachers:

1. Go to the class where you want to add them,
2. Then click on the People tab at the top of the page.
3. To invite as a co-teacher, click on the invite teachers icon and type their name or email address and click Invite.
4. To invite a teacher as a student, click on the invite students icon and type their name or email address and click Invite.

14. Create a demo student account to demonstrate Google Classroom to your students.

Google Classroom doesn’t currently offer teachers a way to view their classes as a student. (I wish it did!)

So to see your class as a student, you must have a student’s account. A workaround, suggested by Julie Sweeney Newton, is to use a demo account and log in as a student so you can see how the student side works and to demonstrate how to use Classroom for your students.

This one may be a little tough to do depending on your school.

If you have access to create Google accounts in your school’s domain, this is easy. Most teachers do not have this kind of access.

In that case, reach out to your tech coach or tech support to see if it’s possible to get a demo account.

15. Package your Digital Assignments

This tip is a collection of tips to improve how your instructions and package everything students will need into your Google Classroom assignments.

These tips come from a previous post and infographic, How to Package Your Digital Assignments.

Visit the link above to get all the details of each tip!

These are tips that will save you time and save your sanity!

The more information you provide in the assignment, the fewer questions you have to address, and the fewer excuses students have for not having the assignment completed and on time.

What are your favorite Google Classroom Tips? Please share in the comments below.

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Here are the BEST Blog Posts and Podcasts of 2021!

I have put together a list of the BEST and most popular Shake Up Learning blog posts and podcast episodes from 2021.

These posts are loaded with the BEST teacher tips and lesson ideas of the year.

A special thank you to all the Shake Up Learning readers and listeners. Y’all rock!

And thank you for dawning your superhero capes to carry our students through ANOTHER tumultuous year!

Let’s take some time to reflect on the positive and make 2022 the best year yet!

Reflection is a critical part of the learning process for teachers and students, so I like to take a look back.

I like to take a more in-depth look at what teacher tips, blog posts, and podcast episodes were the most popular and generated the most comments and traffic.

The goal of this blog has always been to provide teachers with digital learning resources, tips, and tricks, and help teachers find ways to integrate technology meaningfully in the classroom.

This list helps me decide what content to create and how to best help teachers in 2022.

What Do YOU Want to See in 2022?

I want to serve my audience! Help me better serve you by completing this short, 60-second survey. (The form is also embedded at the bottom of this post.)

This survey is your chance to let me know more about you and what you need in 2022.

The Top 20 Posts of 2021

Drumroll please…Here are the most popular blog posts and podcast episodes of the year!

1. 27 Formative Assessment Tools for Your Classroom

In this post and podcast episode, you will find 27 Formative Assessment Tools for Your Classroom! This list has a wide variety of features and options to help you solidify your formative assessment strategies! Many of the tools below are great for both formative and summative assessments.

2. 85+ Awesome Apps that Integrate with Google Classroom

This is a post that I update every year, and it is always at the top of the list! Learn about 85+ applications that integrate with Google Classroom.

Fill Out the Form Below to Get Your FREE Cheat Sheets!

3. How to Create a Google Classroom Custom Header with Google Drawings

In this post and video tutorial, I will show you how to create a custom header with Google Drawings, give you a FREE template, and show you how to upload it into Google Classroom!

4. Digital Badges in the Classroom (What, When, & How)

Digital badges can help us engage students (even remote learners). Learn what digital badges are, when to use them, and how to implement them in your classroom.

5. 15 Collaborative Tools for Your Classroom That Are NOT Google

This post and podcast episode includes 15 collaborative tools for your classroom that are NOT Google. Collaboration is a critical twenty-first-century skill for our students. Finding ways to facilitate and support collaboration in the classroom is not always easy.

6. 20 Ways to Use Google Drawings in the Classroom

In this post and episode, I will give you 20 Ways to Use Google 20 Ways to Use Google Drawings in the ClassroomDrawings in the Classroom.

Let’s explore ways to tap into the 4 C’s and get students creating with Google Drawings.

7. How to Create Citations and Bibliography in Google Docs

I share this tip often during presentations, and just talking about it doesn’t do it justice. You have to try it! When I demo this feature, it never fails to get some jaw drops with some ooooohs and aaaaahs!

8. Student Portfolios with Google Sites

Student Portfolios are the epitome of Dynamic Blended Learning and going beyond the due date because they are never “done.” As students learn and grow throughout the year, new work is added to their portfolio to showcase their best work or to show growth over time.

9. Must-Have Google Classroom Skills for Teachers

In this episode, I’m sharing the must-have Google skills for teachers who use Google Classroom. Let’s learn how to make the most of Google Classroom–gain must-have skills, and a few tips and tricks to help you and your students thrive.

10. Must-Have Google Chrome Skills for Teachers

In this episode, I’m sharing the must-have Google skills for teachers who use the Google Chrome web browser or Chromebooks. Google Chrome is the learning environment for all things Google and sets the stage for success.

11. The Guide to Google Drive Sharing – FREE eBook

Do you ever get confused by all the options for sharing in Google Drive and Google Workspace for Education? I’ve got the guide for you! In this 15-page guide, I break down the three steps to sharing, as well as the six levels of sharing in Google applications. Also, learn how to restrict sharing, set expiration dates on sharing, and more!

12. 30 Ways to Use Google Forms in the Classroom

There are so many ways to use Google Forms beyond a standard survey or quiz. Learn how you can use Google Forms to engage students in new ways, use powerful add-ons, and save valuable time!

13. 15 Ways to Use Mote in the Classroom

Mote is a fantastic (and FREE) Chrome extension for teachers. Learn how Mote helps support ELLs, STEM, and helps engage ALL students with 15 Ways to Use Mote in the Classroom.

14. How to “Fake” Blogging in the Classroom (FREE Template)

In this guest post and interview with Lisa Johnson (a.k.a. Tech Chef 4 U). Lisa shares a great Google Slides template and lesson idea — The Fake Blog Post!

15. Search Google Drive and Gmail from the Chrome Omnibox!

That’s right! With this one little trick, you can search right from the search box (aka the Omnibox) in Google Chrome.

16. Back to School with Choice Boards (FREE Templates)

In this episode, I’m sharing my best tips and ideas for creating and using digital choice boards in the K-12 classroom. I’m also sharing choice board examples and product ideas.

17. Google Workspace for Education (and other updates you need to know!)

Google made some HUGE announcements about your favorite Google products in 2021, including Google Classroom and officially Google Workspace for Education (and other updates you need to know!)renaming G Suite as Google Workspace for Education. I’m breaking it all down so you understand what’s coming, and how it affects you and your students.

18. FREE Templates for Teachers: Where to Find Them and How to Create Them

Learn all about the free templates that Sarah Kiefer has created and curated, get tips for adapting templates for your classroom, and learn how to create your own templates!

19. Time-Saving Tips and Tools for Teachers (Part 1)

As teachers, your time is precious. You only have so much time with your students, and you want to maximize that time for learning. We don’t want to end up wasting valuable time searching for documents, websites, or setting up our lessons. We need to use technology to help us save instructional time, not add to it.

20. Blended Learning with Google Toolkit for Teachers

In this episode, I share The Blended Learning with Google Toolkit, a free download to help teachers create dynamic, blended learning experiences for students with Google tools. I will walk you through each step, share proven strategies, and recommend the right Google tool for the job. Get access to this FREE PDF download that aligns technology integration strategies with Google tools!

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Did you know you can search your Google Drive from the Chrome address bar?

Search Google Drive and Gmail from the Chrome Omnibox!

Google Chrome

Google Chrome is a powerful browser!

I often refer to Chrome as the learning environment for all things Google because Google works best with Google.

So if you have not made the switch, I highly recommend making Google Chrome your default browser.

The Google Chrome address bar is that white text field at the top of the screen where you type the web address or enter your search terms to use Google’s search engine.

Google calls this the Omnibox because it does much more than you probably realize.

Create Custom Search Engines

You probably know that Google Chrome makes it easy to use Google as your primary search engine.

But, did you know that you can customize your very own search engines?

Even better you can create a shorthand of keywords to trigger your favorite searches in the Chrome Omnibox, and you can use this to search Google Drive and Gmail!

How to Create Your Chrome Custom Search Engines:

1 – Right-click on the Omnibox, and select, “Manage Search Engines.” This will open your search engine settings in Google Chrome.

2 – From here, scroll down to the “Other search engines,” section and click on “Add.”

3 – Name your search engine.

4 – Then choose the keyword you want to use. It doesn’t even have to be a full word.

5 – Then just copy and paste the search URL. (Try this one for Google Drive: https://drive.google.com/#search?q=%s)

6 – Click “Add.”

Search Gmail from Chrome

Other Custom Searches to Try

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