We've just introduced Google Apps to the fifth graders this year, but I am reminded why I love it so much each and every time I check my email. Google Apps for education connects students and teachers after the school bell has dismissed for the day, and it maintains that connection throughout the years. Today when I checked my inbox, I was surprised with a shared document from a former student. He shared some of his favorite quotes from a book that he is reading at HMMS, and what the quotes taught him.
I also received emails from students tonight asking questions about assignments and projects! Using their email really empowers kids to communicate.
Oh, and I shouldn't forget that one student emailed me a presentation all about elephants. He had done some research about them because Sunday is National Elephant Day!
