Digital Literacy Training: Google Workspace (5 days)

Google Workspace (G Suite) 5-Day Training Curriculum

Each day covers essential tools with meaningful hands-on assignments designed to reinforce learning through practical application.

Day 1: Google Drive, Docs & Keep

Topics Covered:

• Introduction to Google Workspace and training objectives
• Google Drive:
• File organization
• Sharing and permissions
• Google Docs:
• Formatting and layout
• Headings, comments, version history
• Real-time collaboration features
• Google Keep:
• Notes and checklists
• Labels and organization
• Integration with Docs

Assignment:

• Create a folder named “G Suite Training” in Google Drive
• Inside it, create a Google Doc titled “Week 1 Goals” with 3 bullet-pointed goals
• Create and label 3 Google Keep notes linked to your document
• Share both the folder and the Doc with the trainer (comment access)

Day 2: Google Sheets

Topics Covered:

• Recap and feedback
• Google Sheets:
• Formatting, data entry
• Basic formulas (SUM, AVERAGE, IF)
• Creating charts, sorting, filtering
• Collaboration features and integration with Forms
• Creating templates
• Data validation for clean data entry

Assignment:

• Create a monthly budget tracker
• Include columns for Item, Category, Date, and Amount
• Apply formulas and insert a pie chart
• Share the sheet with view-only access

Day 3: Google Slides + Google Forms

Topics Covered:

• Recap and intro to presentation tools
• Google Slides:
• Using layouts and themes
• Adding media (images, videos)
• Applying transitions and animations
• Google Forms:
• Creating surveys and quizzes
• Different question types
• Linking responses to Sheets

Assignment:

• Create a 5-slide presentation titled “Top 3 Tools I Learned”
• Include visuals and speaker notes
• Create a feedback survey (5 varied question types)
• Share both the slide deck and form with the trainer

Day 4: Gmail, Calendar & Google Tasks

Topics Covered:

• Recap and Q&A
• Gmail:
• Labels, filters, and inbox organization
• Creating a signature
• Scheduling emails and using smart compose
• Google Calendar:
• Creating events and reminders
• Inviting participants
• Adding Google Meet links
• Google Tasks:
• Creating, managing, and completing tasks
• Setting deadlines and syncing across devices

Assignment:

• Send a labeled email with a signature to the trainer
• Create a calendar event titled “G Suite Review Session”
• Add a Google Meet link and invite the trainer
• Create and complete 3 Google Tasks related to your training goals

Day 5: Google Meet, Jamboard & Final Project

Topics Covered:

• Overview of Google Meet:
• Scheduling, joining, and hosting meetings
• Screen sharing and collaboration
• Overview of Jamboard:
• Using whiteboards for brainstorming and visual collaboration
• Final Project:
• Applying all tools learned throughout the training

Final Assignment:

• Create a shared folder titled “G Suite Final Project”
• Inside the folder, include:
• Google Doc: Summary of your learning experience
• Google Sheet: A mini project tracker or budget
• Google Slides: A presentation of your project
• Google Form: A feedback or survey form
• Google Calendar: A scheduled meeting with a Google Meet link
• Share the folder with the trainer (edit access)