FAQ

Instructions for some of the technical things we do in class.

 * How do I create a [|Google e-mail] account?**
 * 1) Go to the [|Create a Google Account - Gmail] page.
 * 2) Create an e-mail address.
 * 3) Create a password you will remember, but others can't guess.
 * 4) Un-check "stay signed in" and "enable web history."
 * 5) Create security questions that won't change, but others can't figure out.
 * 6) Fill in the information at the bottom, including the CAPTCHA (weird letters)
 * 7) Click on "I accept. Create my Account."
 * 8) Store your new e-mail address and password somewhere safe (protected) on your cell phone.


 * How do I create a [|Google account]?**
 * 1) Go to the [|Create an Account] page.
 * 2) Enter your e-mail address.
 * 3) Create a password you will remember, but others can't guess.
 * 4) Un-check "stay signed in" and "enable web history."
 * 5) Fill in the information at the bottom, including the CAPTCHA (weird letters)
 * 6) Click on "I accept. Create my Account."
 * 7) E-mail the username and password to yourself.


 * How do I create a [|Google Site] to house your project?**
 * 1) Go to the [|Google Site] page
 * 2) Log in to your Google account
 * 3) Click on "Create new site"
 * 4) Choose a template. I like "project wiki" for group projects.
 * 5) Give it a name; keep Ms. Hearnsberger's expectations in mind.
 * 6) Don't put your any personal information on it other than your first initial, last name and class period.
 * 7) Under, "More Options," select share it with "everyone in the world," unless otherwise directed.
 * 8) Enter the CAPTCHA (weird letters).
 * 9) Click on "Create site."
 * 10) Add it to your favorites or e-mail the address to yourself.


 * How do I invite someone to be a collaborator/owner on your [|Google Site]?**
 * 1) Log on/go to //site//
 * 2) Click on "More Actions," then "Share This Site"
 * 3) Select the button next to "as collaborators" or "as owners"
 * 4) Enter the invitee's e-mail address: Lhearnsberger@newbraunfels.txed.net
 * 5) Click on "Invite these people"


 * Where can I find videos explaining Google stuff?**
 * Google [|Tutorials] on YouTube (not accessible from school).


 * How do I submit an assignment on-line?**
 * 1) Save the assignment according to Ms. Hearnsberger's instructions, including your name in the name.
 * 2) Go to Ms. Hearnsberger's [|homework drop box] page.
 * 3) Enter your complete name, class period, and the name of the assignment.
 * 4) Click on "Attach Files." A window will pop open.
 * 5) Click on "Select Upload Method."
 * 6) Click on "Browse" and find your assignment. Click "Open" when you find it.
 * 7) Wait for the green bar to show up and a message that says "Upload Complete." //This may take up to two minutes.//
 * 8) Click on "Done." //You are not done//.
 * 9) Enter the CAPTCHA (weird letters).
 * 10) Click on "Submit."
 * 11) Verify that it worked. Look for this: "Your message has been sent."


 * How do I create a new page on my Google site?**
 * 1) Open your Google Site and log on to it.
 * 2) Click on "Create Page" in the top, right corner.
 * 3) Select the type you want. If you aren't sure, choose "Web Page."
 * 4) Give it a logical name.
 * 5) Choose a location. If you aren't sure, choose "Top Level."
 * 6) Click "Create Page." Your new page will pop up. //You aren't done yet.//
 * 7) Click "Save" at the top, right corner.


 * How do I make all pages show in the sidebar on my Google site?**
 * 1) Open your Google Site and log on to it.
 * 2) Click on "edit sidebar" (it's at the bottom of the list of pages).
 * 3) Under Navigation, click on "Edit."
 * 4) Put a check in the box next to "Automatically organize my navigation."
 * 5) Click "OK."
 * 6) Click on "Save Changes."
 * 7) Click on "Return to Site."


 * How do I save a file to Zeus?**
 * [|Saving Files to Zeus.pdf]


 * How do I upload a file to my Google site?**
 * 1) Open your Google Site and log on to it.
 * 2) Go to your "Files" page.
 * 3) Click on "Add File."
 * 4) Click on "Browse."
 * 5) Find the file. It should be in your Zeus folder.
 * 6) Double-click on it.
 * 7) Add a file description, if you need to.
 * 8) Click on "Upload." Wait for the file to upload.
 * 9) Do not navigate away from the page until you see "File Uploaded" in a yellow box at the top of the page.