Google Docs for Genealogists
Summary Details
Length: 60 minutes
Summary: Participants will learn how to use Google Docs to their advantage when performing genealogy research or pursuing other genealogy-related activities.
Description: Learn how to use Google Docs – a free application complete with spreadsheets, word processing and more – to your advantage while performing genealogy research. We’ll cover how to create new documents, import documents from your hard drive, and how to use the basic functions of each component.
Audience Level: Beginner
Requirements: Projection for laptop/netbook computer on large screen; internet connection – wired or wireless (preferred in order to show live interaction using various websites).
Content: 4 page handout
Outline
- What Is Google Docs?
- Creating A Document
- Creating A Spreadsheet
- Creating A Presentation
- Importing Documents to Google Docs
- Google Docs General Functions
- Google Docs Settings
- Glossary
- Links
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