The Teachercast Podcast

In this episode, we look at how teachers can use Google Plus in their classroom. Topics Covered: What is Google+… Why do I need it in the classroom? Interface and ways to customize it for classroom safety What can GooglePlus be used for in the classroom? Setting up a classroom profile Creating a “Circle” in your classroom What are hangouts? Why does my class want to hangout? Using Sparks to research information What is a +1 and how can I use it to compile a list of great websites for my class? Using GooglePlus to showcase photos and videos for student demonstrations Using Huddles Creating a digital classroom scrapbook using photos and video Integrating Google Docs into GooglePlus to provide students with great homework help Embedding code from other websites such as LiveBinders or ….. (something) Taking your GooglePlus classroom on the go… mobile apps! How can we protect our children from online predators when Google+ promotes Hangout's so easily with no consideration of innocence? Featured Guest:Dennis Frei