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Google Newsletter Issue XIV Breakdown

Just as I have in the past here are a few things I felt were noteworthy to share with staff from the November/December newsletter from Google:

Updates in GSuite



  • Closed captioning in Google Slides. Yes, that's correct. As you are presenting in Google Slides you can have closed captioning appear. Right now it is only for Chrome browsers. They have also had many updates in making accessibility possible for all users.
  • MLA just got easier in Google Docs! You can now use a vertical ruler to make the necessary adjustments.
  • Jamboard-the new collaborative app (for touch screen Chromebooks and devices) allows you to collaborate on the same board. This is one my #1 things to try out and learn so watch for a future post on this! They also have a *very* expensive board available for purchase.

GSuite for ALL Learners

A former kindergarten teacher turned Google employee discusses features and shortcuts you can use to make Chromebooks, GSuite and other tools more equitable for all learners.


New Time Saver

Want to start a new GSuite Doc, Slide presentation, Drawing, etc.? In your Chrome browser (logged in of course) type the type of Drive document you want to start and add a .new and hit enter. This will open a new document for you to start on right away.
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