Reflection: Google Docs for Collaborative Teaching

Google Docs was first introduced to me during our ICT class, and since then it has become one of the most useful tools in my academic and teaching journey. As a free, web-based word processor, Google Docs allows multiple users to work on the same document which I find incredibly convenient and time saving.

One of the features I appreciate most is ability to share documents and collaborate in real time. This became especially useful when working on group assignments like lesson planning or drafting questions. For instance, while volunteering as English teacher at Shanga Choekhor, my team and I used Goggle Docs to make English exam paper. We were able to type, edit and comment at the same time, which made the process much faster and more efficient. We didn't need to meet in person, which saved a lot of time and energy. The comment feature and suggestion mode also helped us review each other's inputs without deleting the original content.

Despite its advantages, I did face a few challenges. One issue was that not all group members were available at the same time, which sometimes delayed progress. Another limitation is that the chat feature inside the document disappears once the tap is closed, so we often lost parts of our discussion if we forgot to take notes. These small issues can sometimes interrupt smooth collaboration.

Overall, however, I find Google Docs to be a valuable ICT Tool for both learning and teaching. It encourages participation, supports remote collaboration, and keeps all versions of a document safely stored online. In my future classroom, I plan to use Google Docs for collaborative writing activities, peer editing, and even giving digital feedbacks on students' assignments. It also promotes digital literacy, which is a necessary skill for students in today's world