The new Infinite Campus menu has also caused some confusion in finding your school picture. Downloading your picture can be useful for updating your Google/Gmail profile or your staff contact page on the district website. View the updated TIP Sheet for more info.
I recently gave an after-school PD session titled The Google Power Hour! where I shared the benefits of using the Google Tasks add-on with Gmail. We explored how easily you can convert emails into a to-do list. When you add a due date, Tasks seamlessly sync each task with your Google Calendar for better time management. Imagine clicking directly from a task to the original email, eliminating endless inbox searches! Plus, this functionality extends to your smartphone, ensuring you stay productive on the go. Watch the video below for a comprehensive overview of these benefits, demonstrating how to move beyond simple labels and truly streamline your workflow. Reach out if you have any questions.
During my Gmail: Inbox Zero workshop, one of the tips I share is turning emails into a to-do list with the Tasks feature. You can also access the Tasks tool from the side panel in Google Docs. Recently, Google Docs added the ability to assign a checklist item to a colleague or student. Watch this video tutorial to learn more.
Identifying phishing scams can be harder than you think, but it’s a necessary skill for adults and students alike. Phishing is an attempt to trick you into giving up your personal information by pretending to be someone you know or trust. The Center for Internet Security recently posted an article listing these seven rules to help identify phishing attempts:
In the last newsletter, I shared the Stay Safe from Phishing Scams article with tips to identify possible phishing email messages. This month, I challenge you to take the phishing quiz created by Google. Identifying phishing can be harder than you think. Phishing is an attempt to trick you into giving up your personal information by pretending to be someone you know. Can you tell what's fake? [ Take the Quiz ]
Identifying phishing scams can be harder than you think, but it’s a necessary skill for adults and students alike. Phishing is an attempt to trick you into giving up your personal information by pretending to be someone you know. Watch this short video to learn tips and strategies to identify email phishing and website scams.
Google is introducing a new Gmail layout, making it easy to navigate between their core communication apps like Gmail, Chat, and Meet. The rollout will begin by giving users the ability to switch to the new layout or revert to the classic Gmail view. By April, all users will see the new layout by default.
When someone invites you to a Google Calendar event, you should receive an email notification. You should also receive an email if the event date/time is changed or canceled. Click the screenshot below to view the Google Calendar settings that enable email notifications.
