Free Course

Google Calendar Basics

Navigating the digital world can sometimes feel like trying to find your way through a labyrinth of notifications and events. But fear not! Google Calendar, the unsung hero of organization, is here to save the day. Get control of your time with this simple online course.
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skill level

  • Basic

Format

  • Online, self-paced

PD HOURS AWARDED

  • 0.5

Number of quizzes

  • 4

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About this course

Staying organized in today’s fast-paced digital world can feel like a juggling act, but with Google Calendar’s simple yet powerful tools, managing your time doesn't have to be a challenge. Whether you're scheduling meetings, setting reminders, or planning a week's worth of lessons, Google Calendar has got your back.

This course will give you an overview of Google Calendar's features and settings to help make your Calendar work for you. In this course, educators will learn how to integrate Google Calendar into their daily classroom routine. 

Your new superpowers

  • Create and customize your Calendar and events
  • Toggle between different Calendar views
  • Add other users' Calendars to your own Calendar view
  • Add reminders, notification attachments, and hyperlinks
  • Set permissions and add collaborators to your events
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Course Lessons

Want to take it to the next level?

Take our intermediate Google Calendar courses. Customize your setting like a pro, and master multiple Calendars with ease!
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You can also purchase the Google Intermediate Bundle to gain access to Google Docs: Smart Chips and six other intermediate Google courses.

Matt Jacobson

Matt provides almost three decades of experience in helping students and schools innovate. Prior to working with the LTC, Matt was a middle school consultant and has worked as a teacher, administrator, coach, and trainer for preK-12 schools in central Illinois.
Matt Jacobson serves as the Online Learning Coordinator for the Learning Technology Center. Matt develops engaging synchronous and asynchronous online and in-person training opportunities for educators and administrators. He also provides coaching, consulting, and training services for schools developing online and blended learning activities for students and staff. Matt provides administration and coaching on a variety of Learning Management Systems and many other online tools. He is a Google Certified Educator (Level 1 & Level 2), Soundtrap Certified Educator, and Screencastify Certified Genius.