Google Apps

          After exploring through the Google apps websites, I can see the advantages to using Google apps. I was amazed to see that there is a whole page dedicated to Google for Education. When collaborating with fellow teachers I have used Google docs and Google drive before. Although, I never realized how much more was offered. I think that all the collaboration apps are completely necessary when working with other teachers and staff. Especially, when creating the best lessons for students.
        The most interesting part of the Google for Education site was the Flubaroo. This app allows you to complete grades and student performance and then share it with fellow Administration or whom ever needs to see the material. Also, Oppia sounds like a great tool for teachers and students when giving out assignments and giving immediate feedback. This app can be used in a classroom where tablets are a big part of learning. It can also be used where the teacher sends out an assignment and can give the students feedback without wasting paper or having to worry about the student losing the assignment.
         One tool that stuck out to me was the Google Accessibility tool. This tool can be used in the classroom for students who may have poor vision and/or may be hard of hearing. Having an app like this will benefit a student's learning and allow them to make further progress in the classroom. I was surprised to see that there are apps like this out there. I think that it is a great method of support and can be used in the classroom.
        Lastly, the Google apps support page has absolutely every tool and tip to allow success when using Google apps. This website answers so many questions and explains how to use Google everyday and in the classroom. I plan to further explore Google apps and see the many ways that I can use it and engage students learning with it.