How to Use Google Drive for Reading Assignments

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Create a folder on your Google Drive.

     Name the folder something recognizable, such as "Course Readings for Introduction to Literary Studies."
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   Step 2: Go to "Add Documents" and upload the documents you want to share with students.

   ,,  This will move all of the documents into that folder. ,  You should see the uploaded documents. ,  For instance, you may want to rename a document titled "Twain1" to "Excerpt from Tom Sawyer" or "Mark Twain."  This will make it easier for the students to find the document. ,  To do this, return to your Google Drive, and select the folder you just created.  Next, click the button marked "Share."
   
     You will notice that a highlighted link appears in the box next.  This is the link you will give students to allow them to view the documents in the folder.
   
   Note:  You may want to copy this link now and paste it into an email for your students.  However, you can always copy it later. ,  They will be able to view and/or download the documents in the folder.  To share the link:
   Put it in an email to students Write it down and give it to them in class Add it to their course syllabus Post it on your website View a sample shared folder on Google Drive
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   Step 3: Select each document you've uploaded: After the documents are uploaded

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   Step 4: hover over each one until a little checkbox appears in the corner. 

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   Step 5: Go to the "Move" button

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   Step 6: and select from the drop-down menu the folder you just created.

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   Step 7: Return to the folder.

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   Step 8: Rename the documents so that the titles are clear

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   Step 9: if desired.

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    Step 10: "Share" your folder with the class.

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    Step 11: Choose the type of sharing you want from the five options.

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    Step 12: Share the link with your students.

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