A Gaggle of Google: An Introduction to Google Services

Google is not just a tool for searching information. Take advantage of the many free services Google has to offer. Discover the power of Google Docs, a wonderful alternative to Microsoft Office that allows users to create spreadsheets, text documents, and slide-show presentations online while collaborating with other users in real-time! Learn how to manage and share multiple calendars with Google Calendar. Use Google Navigation to map your next trip, or find traffic alerts. Manage your photos with Google Picasa. Simplify by using Gmail, a free, web-based email service that allows you to manage multiple email accounts and create and organize email folders. We'll demonstrate all of these tools in class and discuss their many benefits.