April 16, 2021

50+ NEW Updates to Your Favorite Google Apps

Have you heard? Some BIG changes are coming to Google this year! What used to be known as G Suite for Education will now be called Google Workspace for Education Fundamentals. Don’t worry! All of your favorite apps like Classroom, Meet, Gmail, Calendar, Drive, Docs, Sheets, and Slides will still be accessible and FREE. You’ll just find some pretty cool updates added throughout the year to make your workspace even more efficient and to better meet the needs of your classroom and students. 

For a clear rundown of what’s available free to Google Workspace for Education Fundamentals users and which enhanced capabilities come with the new expanded editions (formerly known as G Suite Enterprise), check out this handy comparison chart. 

And for an extensive overview of all the new and exciting features, scroll through this convenient set of visuals from edtech guru @jrsowash: 

If you prefer to plug in your earbuds and get the breakdown via podcast, these episodes will provide all the Google info you need! 

Learners Edge has you covered on all things Google!  

To get up to speed on the basics, Course 5833: One Stop Shop: Online Docs, Spreadsheets, Slides and Forms for your Classroom is your best bet. In this course, you’ll learn step-by-step how to leverage the creative and collaborative features of Google Docs, Slides, Sheets, Forms, and Sites to increase engagement in your classroom. A great course for beginners! 

If you’re ready to advance your skills and increase knowledge, Course 5099: Docs, Slides, and Forms in the Classroom: Your Next Level Google Guide is just right for you. You’ll learn how to take Docs, Slides, Forms and Sheets to the next level with interactive, dynamic elements that incorporate future-ready skills like collaboration, communication, and creativity.  


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