Free Course

Google Docs Basics

Tired of looking at the blank, white page on your computer screen? Start making fantastic, engaging documents today!
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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

Google Docs is a free online word-processing tool that can be used by almost anyone. Whether you're a student writing a paper or a pro working on a big project, Google Docs is your go-to.

This course will help the participant understand the basic functions and settings of Google Docs and help you integrate this surprisingly powerful tool into your instructional activities. From peer editing to collaborative writing projects, Google Docs has the potential to transform your classroom.

Your new superpowers

  • Create a Google Doc and master basic formatting tools
  • Add hyperlinks and images to your Doc
  • Align your text and add bulleted lists
  • Use Styles to add consistency to your formatting
  • Share your Doc with others and work collaboratively
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Course Lessons

Want to take it to the next level?

Take our intermediate course on using Smart Chips in your Google Docs. They're like little, supercharged drop downs and buttons that make your Doc interactive.
You can also purchase the Google Intermediate Bundle to gain access to Google Docs: Smart Chips and six other intermediate Google courses.
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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.