Google Drive Badge – kLearning

Google Drive is a cloud-based storage service developed by Google that allows users to store, share, and access files online from any device with an internet connection. It offers features such as file synchronization, collaboration, and sharing across platforms, enabling users to work on documents, spreadsheets, presentations, and other files in real-time with others. Google Drive integrates seamlessly with other Google Workspace apps like Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides, making it a convenient tool for both personal and professional use.

Make sure that you upload all your Proof of Evidence (POE) to your school (G-drive) folder for us be able to officially award your badge. Ask your ITE for your folder link. Check how many of the following criteria you have already mastered! If you need assistance with any of the criteria, please book a one on one with your ITE or work through the how to tutorials for (replace).

You can now earn your GFC Global certificate in some cases. This is optional (for teachers) but not for learners and ITEs. It is advisable for teachers to do the certificate as proof of competency and will level you up to two stars (double badge power).

The criteria for the Google Drive Badge are as follows:

Please make sure that you can do ALL of the items below. If you can't do it, please ask your friendly ITE for support. You have to be able to:

All basic skills, including:
- Ability to upload, download, and organize files and folders within Google Drive.
- Understanding of Google Drive storage limits and how to manage space effectively
- Proficient in sharing files and folders with different permission levels (view, comment, edit).
Can efficient use of search and filter functions to quickly locate files.
Integration and use of Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Forms within Google Drive
Have you uploaded a lesson or classroom related material into your school G-drive POE folder? Then you are ready to....

Badge Activities

Activity one (ALL)

Register for an account on the GFCGlobal platform.
Complete the Google Drive GCFGlobal course. Make sure that you make notes as you go along. Watch the videos and complete the tasks within the course.
Complete the Google Drive assessment and screenshot the results and upload in POE folder .
Save it in your POE folder with the file name GoogleDrivebadge_YournameYoursurname.png e.g. GoogleDrivebadgeMaggieVerster.png
Upload your screenshot to your school (teacher) folder (ask your ITE for the POE link).
Create a worksheet or subject related document for your DIeP lesson and add to your POE folder. (teachers)