If you've got (or are thinking about getting) Google Apps for Education, then you need to see this. Nice site that was announced at ISTE this year (2010)
This Google Site has been set up by Dr. Helen Barrett to focus on the use of Google Apps to create ePortfolios. On this site, there are instructions on how to use the different elements of Google Apps to maintain e-portfolios.
Learn how to setup a TinyURL like URL shorterning service on your website with Google Short Links. Tiny URLs are easy to remember and can be shared on email, IM or Twitter without issues. Use your GoogleApps for Domains account.
"This site contains tools and guidelines to use as a starting point to getting your students, faculty, and alumni ready and excited about what's coming."
"Demonstrate your expertise at helping schools make the most of Google Apps by joining the Google Apps for Education Certification program. Certified Trainers are recognized by Google as having proven expertise and experience in delivering high-quality teacher training and professional development course materials to schools of all sizes."
"I have been reviewing many questions recently about storing data in the Cloud. With so many districts moving to Google Apps I decided to put together some resources on data ownership and privacy."
Imagine YouTube's ease of sharing and watching videos, but in a secure, private environment made for content like internal corporate announcements, team member status updates, employee training materials and informal information-sharing. Videos can be easily shared with everyone in the company or with specific individuals.
"Watch these webinars to hear directly from school administrators about how Google Apps has helped them save money and IT resources, plus made students' lives easier with a set of tools for working together."