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District Information
G Suite Drive File Stream - NEW
New G Suite Drive File Stream will be replacing Google Drive soon. You can update your Windows or Mac Drive client HERE and read more about these changes to Google Drive HERE. If you would like to understand more about Google Drive storage in the cloud and how you can sync your files to your local computer or device, click HERE. |
What's new in Classroom?
Google has added new features to Classroom frequently. This page provides a description of each new feature and a link to more information on using it in Classroom. Check this page each month to see what we've added. |
Google Drive Storage & Sync Software
All file types can be stored in Google Drive and do not have to be converted to Google Docs. Storing your files in the local Google Drive folder (using Google Sync) on multiple devices (PCs, tablets & smart phones) will give you backup copies of your most important files. |
YouTube Access
What is a Chromebook, anyway?
![]() What is a Chromebook, anyway? (read more)Chromebook 101You can think of a Chromebook as an Internet-dependent laptop that starts up super fast (roughly 7 seconds, or a fraction of the time it takes to boot an older model Windows-based computer). When you turn on the Chromebook you’ll notice the only native app is the Google Chrome Internet browser. And that’s pretty much your key to all that is Chromebook. Everything else is composed of Web apps (email, photos, documents), or apps that run while you’re connected to a network. Chromebook OfflineMost Chromebooks can connect to the Internet with both Wi-Fi and 3G, but there are times when you simply can’t find a Wi-Fi signal. Fortunately, there are workaround for plenty of routine tasks. You can still compose and read emails with Gmail Offline and wordprocess with Google Drive Offline. The offline apps will automatically sync and save when your computer has an Internet connection. Listed below are the tasks that Chrome OS can manage without Internet connection:
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Google Classroom Information
![]() Other links for information on Classroom: Classroom Help Center |
Google Drive (Document Cloud Storage)
![]() Google Drive is a great way to save important files and documents in the "cloud" of our MCSD Google Apps system. By installing Google Drive on your school workstation, home PC, iPad and other devices, you can have "synced" copies of those documents available on any computer device you are using. Whether at home, school or on your mobile device, you will have updated copies and access to your important "stuff". |
MCSD Teachers' Google Web Sites
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If you are interested in developing a web site for your classroom, here is a great online resource and training site. |