Tag Archives: Google

13 Chrome Extensions for WordPress Lovers

Posted on January 31, 2012 by Michael J. Elson

Google’s Chrome is rapidly becoming the most popular browser used worldwide, recently overtaking Firefoxin global market share. If you’re a Chrome user and a WordPress lover, we’ve got some goodies for you. Below you will find a collection of extensions that … Continue reading →

AGoogleADay.com

Posted on May 12, 2011 by Michael J. Elson

On April 11th Google launched a new daily puzzle to help teachers and students learn how to search more effectively. AGoogleADay.com presents an ever-changing search challenge that exercises your internet search skills, and if you get stumped, there’s a solution … Continue reading →

Google Wave Invites

Posted on December 1, 2009 by Michael J. Elson

I’ve got Google Wave invites to give away to the first eight (8) educators who comment on this post! (Please include your school or how you are involved with education in your comment.) What is Google Wave?  Watch below to … Continue reading →

Intro to Gooogle

Posted on November 17, 2009 by Michael J. Elson

Just wanted to share a VERY brief “Intro to Google” class I presented at the public library last week.  Enjoy. http://www.slideshare.net/mjelson/intro-to-google [slideshare id=2511275&doc=introtogoogle-091116101340-phpapp02]

100 Great Google Docs Tips for Students & Educators | AccreditedOnlineColleges.org

Posted on November 12, 2009 by Michael J. Elson

For students and teachers, the Google Docs collection provides a streamlined, collaborative solution to writing papers, organizing presentations and putting together spreadsheets and reports. But besides the basic features, there are lots of little tricks and hacks you can use … Continue reading →

FREE Google Earth Pro!!!

Posted on November 2, 2009 by Michael J. Elson

Did you know that Google Earth Pro is *FREE* if you are an educator? Yep! Basically, all you have to do is download the PRO trial version at http://earth.google.com and then follow these instructions, direct from Google: Our program involves … Continue reading →

Google Moderator

Posted on October 5, 2009 by Michael J. Elson

Google Moderator makes it easy to gather and prioritize questions or opinions on any topic from a group of people. Please take a moment to participate in the following: “What is your most pressing question about technology in our district?” … Continue reading →

Google Moderator

Posted on October 5, 2009 by Michael J. Elson

Google Moderator makes it easy to gather and prioritize questions or opinions on any topic from a group of people. Please take a moment to participate in the following: “What is your most pressing question about technology in our district?” … Continue reading →

Google Unveils Potential Exchange Killer

Posted on June 16, 2009 by Michael J. Elson

Image by adria.richards via Flickr On Tuesday, the company unveiled Google Apps Sync for Microsoft Outlook. With it, users don’t have to switch from the familiar Microsoft Outlook interface for calendar, contacts, and e-mail functions. They can continue to use … Continue reading →

Google Squared

Posted on June 4, 2009 by Michael J. Elson

Image via CrunchBase In a nutshell Google Squared is a search tool that helps you quickly build a collection of facts from the Web for any topic you specify. Facts about your topic are organized as a table of items … Continue reading →