Overview
Let’s talk about Google Classroom and Google Drive. These two online tools are some of the most practical and useful resources for teaching in the 21st century, but if you’re like me, your Google Classroom & Google Drive often look like a toddler’s playroom– files everywhere, multiple different abandoned organization strategies, and an overall lack of structure. But, it doesn’t have to be this way!
Let’s tidy up your Google Drive & Google Classroom with the help of several of my favorite online educators.
Ditch That Textbook by Matt Miller
- Best for: Google Classroom
- Skill Level: Beginner- Intermediate
Other Resources:
Google Teacher Podcast
Tech Like a Pirate Book
Matt Miller and his website, Ditch That Textbook, are a great resource for fantastic articles that walk you through everything from organizing your Google Drive folders, creating organizational systems, end-of-school-year Google Classroom cleanout and so much more!
Here are some great articles from Ditch That Textbook to get you started with Google Classroom:
- 3 easy strategies to organize your Google Classroom
- 10 easy ways to clean up your Google Classroom
- The Google Classroom Quick-Start Guide + resources, tips and tricks!
Shake Up Learning by Kasey Bell
- Best for: Google Classroom & Drive
- Skill Level: Beginner- Advanced
Other Resources:
Shake Up Learning Show (Podcast)
Free Downloads for Teachers
Kasey Bell is the creator of Shake Up Learning, an online portal into the world of Google…EVERYTHING! If you’re wondering how to use Google Drive, Google Classroom, and the easy ways to keep them both organized, odds are Kasey has written about it.
Here are some great articles from Shake Up Learning to get you started with organizing Google Classroom & Google Drive:
- 13 Tips to Organize Your Google Drive
- How to Organize Assignments in Google Classroom
- How to Organize “Shared with Me” in Google Drive
Pocketful of Primary YouTube Channel
- Best For: Google Classroom & Drive
- Suitable for: All Levels
Other Resources:
Pocketful of Primary Website
Pocketful of Primary Instagram
Michelle Emerson, aka. “Pocketful of Primary” is dedicated to helping teachers organize all sorts of their educating lives. Whether you’re struggling with physical clutter in your classroom or digital clutter in your inbox, Pocketful of Primary has a wealth of resources to help you stay organized so you can be the best teacher for your students.
Here are some great video episodes from Pocketful of Primary to get you started with organizing Google Classroom & Google Drive:
- Digital File Organization for Teachers | EDTech Made Easy – ORGANIZING YOUR GOOGLE DRIVE
- How to Organize Google Classroom | EASY Tutorial
- Google Classroom Tips and Tricks for Teachers | EDTech Made Easy – GOOGLE CLASSROOM TUTORIAL
EdTechClassroom
- Best For: Google Drive
- Suitable for: All Levels
Other Resources:
EdTech Classroom is run by Maddie, a STEM teacher and tech coach from Los Angeles, CA. Her website is devoted to helping new and seasoned teachers embrace technology in ways that are practical and just make sense.
Here are some great articles from EdTech Classroom to get you started with organizing Google Classroom & Google Drive:
- Teacher Spring Cleaning: How to Organize Your Google Drive
- How Teachers Can Organize Google Drive this Summer
- Tips and Shortcuts for Teachers to Save Time Using Google Drive
Several Other Great Google Drive & Google Classroom Organization Ideas from Around the Web
- How I Organize My Google Classroom for Online Instruction– EdTechEmma
- 5 Tips for Organizing Google Classroom– Infused Classroom with Holly Clark
- How To Organize Google Drive For Teachers– Whimsically Musical
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Looking for More Resources for Music Teachers?
Hello! I’m Katie Argyle – an Australian music technology trainer and consultant with a passion for helping music teachers through my business Midnight Music.
I’m a qualified teacher but no, I don’t currently teach in a school. I help teachers through my online professional development space – the Midnight Music Community – where there are tutorial videos, courses, links and downloadable resources.
I like to focus on easy ways to incorporate technology into what you are already doing in your music curriculum through a range of creative projects. I also run live workshops and have presented at countless conferences and other music education events.
If you want simple, effective ideas for using technology in music education, I would LOVE to help you inside the Midnight Music Community.
