enass: Google Hangout

Dear colleagues ,,, good morning

Today I am going to talk about one of the google apps which is common and used for different purposes but i will talk about it concerning to education . firstly we need to define google hangouts :

Google Hangouts is a singular communications platform developed by Google to help users initiate and engage in various communications channels, including text, voice or video chats. The platform has proven to be effective in either one-on-one implementation or in a group. Hangouts are integrated into Google+ and G mail. For added mobility and versatility, mobile apps for iOS and Android devices are also available.

Also it can be defined A web-based tool created by Google for communicating through video. Up to ten people can "hang out" at one time in a virtual "room." A Hangout can be as simple or as complex as needed for the task at hand. It can be used simply to converse or, through the use of extra apps and add-on that Google provides, a Hangout can become a robust, virtual meeting space.

Who can use it?

One of the best aspects of Google Hangouts is that all you need is a Google Plus account to start one. If you already use Gmail, that means you already have a Google account, and all you would need to do is set up your Google Plus account. Anyone you want to talk to also needs to have a Google account and a Google Plus account set up. Once those first steps are out of the way, all you have to do is click "Start a Hangout," invite some people and begin your live video conference.

Uses for students:

Primary students:

They can be great for connecting classrooms. Imagine a book club spread out over the country with classes meeting weekly to discuss what they have been reading. Hangouts can also be a great way to connect experts with students all over the world. For example, in that nationwide book club, authors can talk with numerous classrooms at one time. Scientists can speak to a wide audience of students about a relevant topic or event, or just to share their experiences as scientists

Secondary schools:

Many of the applications for elementary classrooms can be applied to middle and high school classrooms, but since students 13 and older can create their own Google accounts, Hangouts become a great way for students to engage in connected learning experiences with their peers and with experts.

Uses for teachers and administrators:

From my own experience in using hangouts with my colleagues and my manager it was useful in collaborating together and sharing ideas and decisions ,,we were consuming much time time in meetings but after we use it we saved our time

Note:

I used hangouts with my students through their parents because they were children with special needs in basic school with different disabilities i was communicate with them and their parents ,, sometimes they ask me if they faced any problem or questions

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