Create a Shared Google Drive for Your Organization from Coursera

Tired of emailing documents back and forth with others to review and edit? Looking for a one-stop shop to store and share docs, spreadsheets, presentations, photos, .pdfs and more? Look no further...A Shared Google Drive is the solution to all your digital communication woes! Google Drive is a cloud-based tool ideal for sharing and collaborating on projects with your team, or even with those outside of your team or organization. A Shared Google Drive provides access to Docs, Sheets, Slides and more, allowing real-time edits by team members for easy collaboration. Even better, Microsoft Office products are compatible for use with Shared Google Drives. In this 2-hour long project-based course, you will learn how to create a Shared Google Drive, add members and manage member roles within your new Shared Google Drive, build content within new Shared Google Drive using Google tools, continue building content using sources outside of Google and review/adjust settings in your new Shared Google Drive. Note: This course works best for learners who are based in the North America region. Weâ€™re currently working on providing the same experience in other regions.

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Utilizes shared Google Drive, a widely adopted tool in various industries and professions

Facilitates seamless collaboration among team members and external parties

Covers the essential aspects of shared Google Drive, empowering learners to maximize its functionality

Provides practical hands-on experience through a project-based approach

Designed for learners in the North America region, ensuring cultural and geographical relevance

The course duration is not specified, which may require additional research for learners

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Google drive collaboration

Create a Shared Google Drive for Your Organization is a 2-hour long project-based course that teaches learners how to effectively use Google Drive to collaborate with colleagues and/or external partners. This course is beginner-friendly and many of the reviews mention that it is particularly useful for those who are not yet familiar with Shared Google Drives.

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Create a Shared Google Drive for Your Organization with these activities:

Refresh Knowledge on File Management

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Review basic principles of file management to enhance organization and collaboration within Google Drive.

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Read articles or blog posts on file management best practices
Review Google Drive documentation on file management

Create and Share Drive Content

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Practice creating and sharing different types of content to become proficient in using Google Drive's features.

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Create a new Document
Upload a file
Share created or uploaded file
Edit and comment on shared files

Develop a Collaboration Workflow

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Create a plan for using Google Drive to improve collaboration and workflow efficiency within your team.

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Define collaboration goals and requirements
Establish folder structure and file naming conventions
Set up permissions and access levels
Integrate Drive with other tools
Create a mock project and test the workflow

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Attend Google Drive Advanced Features Workshop

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Attend a workshop to gain hands-on experience and learn advanced techniques for using Google Drive.

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Find and register for a workshop
Attend the workshop
Apply learned techniques in your own Drive

Resource Guide for Google Drive Collaboration

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Compile a collection of resources, tools, and tips for effective collaboration using Google Drive.

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Gather resources from online sources
Organize resources by category
Create a shareable document or website

Participate in Google Drive Innovation Challenge

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Join a competition to showcase your skills and learn from others who are pushing the boundaries of Google Drive usage.

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Find and register for a challenge
Develop a project idea
Create and submit your project

Career center

Learners who complete Create a Shared Google Drive for Your Organization will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Data Analyst

A Data Analyst uses data to help organizations make better decisions. This is done by extracting data from various sources, cleaning it, analyzing it and presenting the results. A Data Analyst may use a Shared Google Drive to collect, store and organize data from different sources.

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Software Developer

A Software Developer is responsible for designing, developing and maintaining software applications. They work with users to understand their needs and then develop software that meets those needs. A Shared Google Drive can help a Software Developer share and collaborate on software code and documentation.

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Web Developer

A Web Developer is responsible for designing, developing and maintaining websites. They work with users to understand their needs and then develop websites that meet those needs. A Shared Google Drive can help a Web Developer share and collaborate on website code and documentation.

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IT Auditor

An IT Auditor is responsible for evaluating an organization's IT systems and processes. They provide assurance that IT systems are operating effectively and efficiently, and that they are in compliance with relevant laws and regulations. A Shared Google Drive can help an IT Auditor organize and share audit findings.

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Technical Trainer

A Technical Trainer is responsible for training users on software, hardware and other technical products. They work with users to understand their needs and then develop and deliver training materials that are effective and engaging. A Shared Google Drive can help a Technical Trainer share and collaborate on training materials.

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Knowledge Manager

A Knowledge Manager is responsible for managing and sharing an organization's knowledge and expertise. They work with employees to identify and capture knowledge, and then develop and deliver training materials and other resources that share this knowledge with employees. A Shared Google Drive can help a Knowledge Manager share and collaborate on knowledge management resources.

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Technical Writer

A Technical Writer is responsible for creating written documentation for software, hardware and other technical products. They work with engineers and other technical experts to understand the products and then create documentation that is clear, concise and easy to understand. A Shared Google Drive can help a Technical Writer share and collaborate on documentation.

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Systems Analyst

A Systems Analyst is responsible for designing, developing and implementing computer systems. They work with users to understand their needs and then develop systems that meet those needs. A Shared Google Drive can help a Systems Analyst share and collaborate on system designs and documentation.

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Information Architect

An Information Architect is responsible for designing and organizing an organization's information systems. They work with users to understand their needs and then develop systems that are easy to use and navigate. A Shared Google Drive can help an Information Architect share and collaborate on information architecture documentation.

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Information Security Analyst

An Information Security Analyst is responsible for planning, implementing and managing an organization's information security program. They identify any risks to data and provide protection against those risks. A Shared Google Drive can help an Information Security Analyst plan and manage the sharing and use of information in an organization.

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Business Analyst

A Business Analyst works with stakeholders to understand and document business needs, processes and systems. They use this information to help businesses improve their operations and achieve their goals. A Shared Google Drive can help a Business Analyst organize and share documents with stakeholders.

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Database Administrator

A Database Administrator is responsible for managing and maintaining an organization's databases. They ensure that databases are running smoothly and that data is secure and accessible. A Shared Google Drive can help a Database Administrator share database documentation and collaborate on database design and maintenance.

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Network Administrator

A Network Administrator is responsible for managing and maintaining an organization's computer networks. They ensure that networks are running smoothly and that data is secure and accessible. A Shared Google Drive can help a Network Administrator share network documentation and collaborate on network design and maintenance.

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Project Manager

A Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing and monitoring projects. This involves coordinating with team members, setting deadlines, tracking progress and ensuring that projects are completed on time and on budget. A Shared Google Drive can help a Project Manager track project documents, share updates with team members and collaborate on project deliverables.

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Product Manager

A Product Manager is responsible for planning, developing and marketing software and hardware products. They work with engineers, designers and marketing teams to bring products to market. A Shared Google Drive can help a Product Manager share and collaborate on product plans and documentation.

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