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Using Google Drive: Planning on the Go

Until recently I was unsure about using Google Docs and Google Drive for my planning. As a students there is demands on us to complete a large amount of work that relies on having access to internet and a suitable device, however, recently I have changed my views on Google Drive and now see the opportunity that is there.

I found myself close to a paperwork deadline recently, however, being stuck inside was doing nothing for my thought process to I jumped at the chance to get out of the house to do a few jobs. I was a tag along so a few minutes into the drive I realised some of what I was working on was on google drive and after only just installing the Google Apps I jumped on my phone and got to work. An hour later when I got home not only was I feeling good about my work but I had barely touched my data and I was able to jump back onto my computer and keep working. This new availability to our planning and assessment means that observations and assessment no longer needs to be recorded multiple times. Instead jump on your plan or recording document and type away on any device you have.

This access to my paperwork means that I don't have to worry about restrictions or lugging my laptop around. It also means I don't have to worry about remembering to back up my laptop or being in a wifi zone. Give google a go and let your planning become as mobile as you are.

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