1++Google+Search+Tips+and+Tricks

=Discover a few pointers from lifelong learners and learn how to nurture your own learning process. This is fun! You will learn a lot about yourself!=

= = =Now, let's get set up: Remember: This is to be fun and interesting.= ==1. First let's get organized. We will be creating all sorts of Web 2.0 accounts, so I have created a simple username and password template that you can either print or just type in your user names and passwords as you create them. Click here to open the template to print.==

=2. You will need to create a profile in the VillageWeb2.0 Ning, where you will post your "5 Things" discussion. It's very easy! I sent you an invitation to join, so just click the link and jump in! If you want to add an avatar instead of your picture in the Ning mentioned above, Avartarity or Doppel Me are good sites.=

= OK, you are ready to begin "The 5 Things"!! =

= HERE WE GO... = = Google has so much out there! So, let's start by creating a Google account. A Google account gives you access to all sorts of Google goodies, such as Google Calendar and Google Docs, both of which we will explore later. Watch the video below if you need help creating the account. Write down your username and password--but keep it in a safe place.=

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=Now let's learn about Google Tips and Tricks. Try the following in a Google Search Window.=

Movie Search: Type "Movie 78628"
== Show Options: Type a keyword in the Google Search box, like "Whales." On the results page, click the "show options" link at the top of the page. Use the links on the left side bar to filter the results. For example, there are many websites that have videos that run through their website, like PBS and National Geographic. This is a great way to find those videos.==

Which of the Google Search Tools do you like the most so far? What do you like about it?
=Visit the Village Technology "Cool Tools" page by going to the Village home page, and scroll to the bottom to the Teacher Section and click on the Technology "Cool Tools" link.= = How many of these tools could you use in your classroom? = = = = = = =