Learning Technology Guide - DEV

Google Docs*

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What is it?

Google Docs is a free word processing application used to prepare and edit documents. 

What is its purpose?

The purpose of Google Docs is to create, edit and manage collaborative documents. Google Docs allows users to access their documents across multiple devices, including Windows and macOS computers, tablets, and iOS and Android devices. Users can share their Google Docs files with others and allow them to edit or only view.

 

How do I use it?

  1. You need a Google account to sign in.
  2. This tool is available on the Google Docs website and it works on any web browser.
  3. Goggle Docs can also be downloaded for Android and iOS.

Why would I use it?

  1. The platform offers a wide range of tools and features to create, edit and manage documents.
  2. Google Docs provides access to a number of font styles, add links, images, and drawings free of charge.
  3. Google Docs allows its users to collaborate on creating and editing documents.
  4. All the changes made in the Google Docs are automatically saved.
  5. Google Docs allows its users to see old versions of documents, sorted by date and by the author of the changes.
  6. Microsoft word or other formats can be easily converted into the Google Docs format.
  7. A variety of add-ons could be used with Google Docs.

Quick Facts
Category
Productivity and Organizational Technologies
Rating Level 
Web Search
Website
Google Docs*
Last Modified
16 July 2024
Created
20 October 2021
License Available 
Yes
More Info

Security Concerns
Yes
Technical Support 
Memorial
Platform(s) 
Web browser, iOS, and Android.

Ratings Information

This technology is currently under evaluation. Please check back later for a rating.

Security and Privacy

While Google Apps are considered a secure service, using personal accounts for teaching and learning may put the users' data outside of University control and may go against the University Policy.

Support Information

  1. A user guide is available on the Google Docs website.
  2. User tutorials are also available on YouTube.

Note: Instructional Support is available through CITL. Please connect with Learning Technology Coaches for assistance ltc_citl@mun.ca or visit the Teaching and Learning Exchange in ED 1001, St. John’s Campus.

Contact

Centre for Innovation in Teaching and Learning

230 Elizabeth Ave, St. John's, NL, CANADA, A1B 3X9

Postal Address: P.O. Box 4200, St. John's, NL, CANADA, A1C 5S7

Tel: (709) 864-8000