Syncdocs lets you "Go Google" by migrating all your files to Google's cloud.
Simply select a folder on your PC, like "My Documents", and Syncdocs copies it online and across all your computers, automatically. This folder is then kept in sync.
Syncdocs integrates right into your desktop opening your files in Google Docs.
An interesting on filtering GAFE with objectionable content (based on word lists) and examples of word lists/policies. Some of the features discussed not available are now available in GAFE Admin. Setup (Email blocks, quarantines, etc.) Here is a video by Google Guru showing the setup. http://goo.gl/ejC3Eq
Here are some good tips on how to streamline the information you face on the Internet, email, etc. Like Jodie, I'm working to implement the GTD organizational system using Evernote, Diigo, Google Reader, Twitter, Google Drive, etc.
Great tool for scheduling a Google+ hangout. Gives those you invite a few date options and allows you to schedule the hangout based on how invitees respond, or you can have the scheduler set up the event based on the responses you receive.
Sharing and collecting student work in Google Drive takes some work when manually creating folders. gClassFolders makes that process easier for both students & teachers. View the demo video to get a sense of the process. This is a free way to get the job done. You may also want to look at Hapara, which has bells and whistles that'll surprise you!
Mapmaking using Google Maps is easy! Check out this site that has some beginning activities and ideas for curriculum integration.
Why Integrate Map Making into Curriculum?
*It's fun and engaging!
*Creates ties between content and place
*Maps are interactive and easy to update
*Maps can be great assessment tools
*Good Content for Map Making
-You have information or data that is place-based.
-You want to show nformation that varies depending on location, distribution of something over an area, or a path or route of travel.
This site is toolbox with tools for Assistive Technology. View the Google Presentation and learn more about how to use Google Chrome tools to provide greater access for students with disabilities.
Great collection of resources on Google Apps for educators. I've forwarded this to teachers so they can survey a wide variety of topics. Check it out!
In addition, I'm going to look at using LiveBinders as a way of organizing different resources to share with others or just as a way or organizing them for quick access.
"A Googleaholic's Guide to all things gmail" - if you can't use Google Apps for Education and give students an email address, here is a creative use of gmail to do that so students can register and login to different applicaitons.
This Google Chrome extension helps you better manage the amount of time you spend on FB and other social sites. It will actually lock you out of visiting the sites again until the next day (or a time you select). Sounds like a good way to build self-discipline.