During our time together, we explored ways to handle the papers, the importance of having a "signature tool" to trap everything in one place (with special insight on how to use a digital tool to do the job), how to put repeating tasks on "autopilot," strategies for handling the incoming flood of information, and how to handle multiple projects. We examined setting up a logical filing system on the computer, backing up files easily, how to organize the internet through the use of an iGoogle page, communicating effectively through paper or a blog, using Google Docs to replace paper forms, helpful yet little-known capabilities of Google, and the productivity boost offered through the use of dual monitors.We enjoyed good food, made new friends, and discovered that we all face many of the same challenges. Pictures will follow in the next several days!
2 comments:
Thanks to Frank the day was fantastic and interesting. I already put some of the tools in Use and will start my Blog this summer for next school year.
Thanks again
Martin Lalancette
Martin,
Thanks for the kind words. I think you will find the blog a fun and extremely effective communication tool. If you are looking to compose one to communicate with faculty, take a look at middletonheights.blogspot.com created by Robin Gilbert. She also makes very effective use of Google Docs. All of the documents for her faculty are stored on Google Docs and links on the blog take faculty members to them. For communicating with parents/community, it's hard to beat rlyoung.blogspot.com Pattie Thomas does a fabulous job of projecting the warmth of her school.
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