In short, HyperDocs are interactive, digital documents (i.e. Google Docs or Slides) containing links to activities, videos, and resources that drive and engage student learning. HyperDocs take the teacher lecturing in the front of the room  off stage and encourage students to follow the paths that ignite their curiosity. While students are navigating a HyperDoc playlist, the teacher is able to move about the classroom, working one-on-one or in small groups with students. Discover more in this short video created by West Ada School District, and check out this template for a visual.

How might HyperDocs support your curriculum? Could you create HyperDocs for fast finishers to access? Are you interested in modifying a unit so one day consists of student learning being guided by their choices? Or do you want to make HyperDocs a more regular part of your teaching? Learn more about how HyperDocs could change the way you teach by checking out the examples below. 

Check out the free templates and additional resources below.

If you think the only use for Google Slides is presentation creation, you're in for a treat. From virtual museums to interactive notebooks to stop motion videos, the possibilities are endless. Watch the video below to check out some examples in action.

Learn how to take Google Slides beyond presentation software by clicking here.

Get inspiration from the examples below or consider using one of the following templates with your students. First, share a template with your students. (Learn how to share a template on Google Drive here.) Then, have your students access the shared template by clicking Shared with me in Google Drive.

Google Drive is great for teachers and students for many reasons. One of my favorite features is that it's accessed through the cloud. Cloud storage allows your students to work on their documents anywhere from your classroom, to their babysitter's house, to vacation in another state or country. All that is needed is Internet access!

There are so many ways to use Google Drive. In the below video, I will briefly introduce file management (organizing folders/files), sharing documents, and commenting on someone else's work. As a teacher, I find one of its greatest strengths of Google Drive to be collaboration. ​

Get started by having your students login. Check back for more helpful tip sheets!