The HyperDoc Handbook: Digital Lesson Design Using Google Apps - Softcover

"The HyperDoc Handbook is an indispensable guide for any educator interested in effectively embracing and integrating HyperDocs into the learning process." Cindy Johanson, Executive Director, Edutopia "The models and ideas presented can help you boost creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking in your classroom, while allowing students access to all the resources they need at the same time!" Kathy Schrock, Educational Technologist, kathyschrock.net The HyperDoc Handbook gives educators a how-to guide to create authentic learning experiences-utilizing Google Apps-that allows them to shift their role from knowledge-disseminator to facilitator and guide." Kelly Mendoza, Director of Professional Development, Common Sense Education "We all want our students to be creative and collaborative problem solvers who have a passion for inquiry and lifelong learning! HyperDocs is a way to help students build these skills." Jaime Casap, Google Education Evangelist

Want to redefine learning? Looking to better utilize devices? Eager to maximize face time in the classroom? HyperDocs are the solution to personalized instruction using technology in today’s modern classroom. They provide innovative ways to engage students and package digital lessons on a Google Doc. The HyperDoc Handbook is a practical reference guide for all K-12 educators looking to transform their teaching into blended learning environments. This book strikes a perfect balance between pedagogy and how-to tips, while also providing several lesson plans to get you going. After reading this handbook, educators will feel equipped to design their own HyperDocs using both Google Apps and the myriad of web tools available online. Let this book become your guide to:

Explore the pedagogy behind digital lesson design

Follow step-by-step directions on how to create a HyperDoc

Reflect and revise digital lessons using a checklist to “hack” your own HyperDocs

Select tech tools best suited for lessons

Connect and share with other educators

Copy and customize sample HyperDocs to use in your own classroom

HyperDocs will improve collaboration and instruction between all education stakeholders, including: students, teachers, administrators, instructional coaches, professional developers, and families. After reading The HyperDoc Handbook you will be inspired to create and share!