Description #
Google Drive aims to make file sharing easier. Storage, sharing and collaboration on files and folders can be activated via mobile device, tablet or computer. Allows multiple users to collaborate on processing and editing files simultaneously.
How to get it #
Why recommended #
Pros #
– Free storage, accessible anywhere
– Real-time collaboration
– Support various file types, auto save
– Two-factor authentication, encryption
– Supports accessibility features, multilingual
– Seamless integration with Google tools
Cons #
– Learning curve, cannot replace specialized tools
– Requires a Google account
– Privacy and control of different file versions
– Limited offline access (basic editing only)
– Costs for increased storage space (over 15GB) and for access to advanced features
Application to the VET Area #
Training
Work-based training
Tutoring and accompaniment
Support for business creation
Level #
Explorer
How to use this tool #
In the field of Training, Google Drive serves as a versatile platform for organizing materials, presentations, and handouts. By inviting collaborators using their email, you can create and share workbooks to categorize resources based on topics or modules. Collaborative editing feature enables real-time collaboration to develop curriculum materials. Training professionals can also use Google Forms to assign tasks and conduct interactive assessments. The data collected may be archived for the purposes of monitoring and evaluating the progress of activities and learning.
In the context of Work-Based Training, Google Drive allows you to create shared folders where trainees can access training materials, manuals, and other documentation. Google Drive’s collaborative features allow trainers and trainees to work together in real time. This fosters a dynamic learning environment where knowledge can be shared and refined collaboratively.
As regards Support to work inclusion and job placement, Google Drive allows you to use a safe and organized space for sharing resources and monitoring progress and results. Google Drive’s collaborative editing and commenting features allow mentors to provide real-time feedback and guidance.
As for Support to self-entrepreneurship and business creation, Google Drive allows you to share and work in real time on documents and projects: business plans, marketing strategies, financial projections etc.
Training #
– Enables sharing, organizing and archiving of learning materials and other resources and documents
– It allows the creation of digital training portfolios
– It allows you to assign tasks and collaborate on their implementation, using the collaborative editing functionality
– Enables monitoring of activities and evaluation of outcomes, via the Google Forms tool
Work-based training #
– Enables sharing, organizing and archiving of learning materials and other resources and documents
– It allows the creation of digital training portfolios
– It allows you to assign tasks and collaborate on their implementation, using the collaborative editing functionality
– Enables monitoring of activities and evaluation of outcomes, via the Google Forms tool
Tutoring and support for job placement #
– Enables sharing, organizing and archiving of training materials and other resources and documents
– It allows, through collaborative editing and commenting functions, real-time support and interaction
– It allows you to assign tasks and collaborate on their implementation, using the collaborative editing functionality
– Enables monitoring of activities and evaluation of outcomes, via the Google Forms tool
Support for self-entrepreneurship and business creation #
– Enables sharing, organizing and archiving of training materials and other resources and documents
– It allows, through collaborative editing and commenting functions, real-time support and interaction
– It allows you to assign tasks and collaborate on their implementation, using the collaborative editing functionality
– Enables monitoring of activities and evaluation of outcomes, via the Google Forms tool
Practical Resources #
How to use Google Drive – Tutorial for Beginners
16:48 min
Digital File Organization for Teachers -ORGANIZING YOUR GOOGLE DRIVE
14:23 min
5 Best Google Drive Features for Teachers
15:06 min
