I actually started using google classroom this past year with my Environmental Science class. I thought it was the perfect platform for a paperless classroom. We did this on a couple of minor assignments to try it out. However, in hindsight I set up the assignments with the wrong setting. After completing this activity I now realize that I just sent everyone the assignment, but not their own copy. It caused a lot of confusion and ended up with documents shared with me in all kinds of ways.
Now that I know how to navigate it better I can see making use of it in all of my classes. I like that it automatically organizes into folders. I also like the tip about creating a numbering system for each of your assignments. That would be really helpful when students are trying to search their own drives.
Yes, now that Classroom has the ability to name each assignment the "copy" disaster is solved. Sorry you had to learn this the hard way! Argh!
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