Instructional Technology
Google Drawings
Description
Google Drawings is not just for artsy teachers. There are so many other ways to use Google Drawings, especially as a tool for student-created products. There is a multitude of ways to use Google Drawings that are off the beaten path.
How to use
How to use
#1 - Student Created Products
Using Google Drawings, students can create timelines, charts, story boards, etc...the sky's the limit! Almost anything that can be thought of can be created using Google Drawings. This is an example a student-created plot chart using Google Drawings.
#2 - Drag and Drop Activities
Creating custom and original drag and drop activities in Google Drawings is easy! Students will enjoy the diversity in assignments, too! After you create the activity, you can post it as 'Make a Copy for Each Student' in Google Classroom for the students to complete. You can then grade the final product once it is turned in.
#3 - Image Annotation
Using Google Drawings, students can find an image for the background or use one that you preplan and share with them. Then, students can use the Google Drawing tools to add text, shapes, and color for annotation.
#4 - Copy Formatting
If you need to create multiple shapes with the same qualities, you can do this quickly using the steps in the example. Simply create the original shape with the desired formatting and click on that shape before creating the next shape. This will copy the formatting from the first shape to the others.
#5 - Google AutoDraw
AutoDraw turns everyone into an artist! You and your students can simply start drawing your best picture, and AutoDraw will give you choices of professional adaptations of your masterpiece! It's THAT easy!
***NOTE: AutoDraw does not require a login and drawings cannot be saved, so images will need to be downloaded before leaving the site.***