Class+3+Internet+Apps+and+Resources

You are doing great! This week we are going to explore the many options google has to offer. Please click on the link below to get started. You might want to open a second window for your igoogle and wiki. It makes switching between the two easier.
 * 1) Log into your google account through LPS.
 * 2) After signing in, click on Home and then **"add stuff".** You can narrow your search for things by clicking on categories over to the left.
 * 3) Once you have added a few things, I want you to go back to your home page. On the left you will see the "**home**" button. Click on the arrow to the right of it to see your options. It is here that you are able to add additional tabs. You can customize your set up by clicking on "**edit**". Each new tab can have a different theme and view.
 * 4) Once you have explored these areas. I would like you to look at the top options from your igoogle home page. Click on the arrow next to "**more**". It is here that I would like you to explore the **calendar**. I need you to put a few things in your calendar so you can see how it works when embedded into your wiki. (I'll show you that later or type up the instructions). Don't be afraid to check out the the view options.
 * 5) In addition to the calendar there is a great feature under "**documents**". It is here that you are able to upload pictures, videos, documents, etc. I uploaded a video of my global warming debate and put the link on my wiki. Once that was done, I was able to download it to any computer to view. Try uploading some documents to your google account. If you feel they are documents you share with others, set up a shared folder in the documents section. For example, I have a grade 5 shared folder with the teachers at Blueberry. Try not to think just within your building. You can create shared folders within the district as well!
 * 6) In addition to those two great options, you can click on "**even more**" to see other great options. Picasso is a great picture editing program to customize your digital photos. I haven't checked out the Sketch Up program but thought it might be good for those art teachers out there.

I think that you have a lot to explore here. Please feel free to email me with any questions that may come up. Have fun!