Google Photos: Creating, Connecting, and Communicating

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Dr. Matt Bergman

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Description

If you have a Google Workspace account, you may be aware that Google Photos offers an effortless way to store and organize your photos. But did you know that, in addition to being an excellent photo backup solution, Google Photos also has many helpful tools that can be used to create images and videos for use in the classroom? Join Dr. Matt Bergman for this time-saving, to the point session as he shares tips and tricks for getting started using Google Photos. You will also walk away with a variety of suggestions for using Google Photos to connect and communicate with parents outside of the classroom.

Objectives

Discover how to get started using Google Photos and how to create images and videos for use in the classroom. Explore how Google Photos can be used to connect and communicate with parents outside of the classroom.

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Dr. Matt Bergman

Dr. Matt Bergman is an Assessment and Curriculum Coordinator at Elizabethtown College. A “UDL Evangelist,” he draws on his background in teaching, coaching, and design to help create inclusive, accessible learning using UDL, tech, AI, and SEL strategies.

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