Google Calendar Features and Benefits

The video tutorial introduces School Cal, an application that syncs class schedules from Veracross to Google Calendar, enhancing time management and collaboration. It explains the benefits for both teachers and students, including digital time management skills. The tutorial covers how to customize notifications and visual settings in Google Calendar, ensuring personal preferences are met while maintaining community benefits. It concludes with tips on calendar etiquette and features like automated meeting notes and recurring events.

What is the primary function of School Cal as discussed in the video?

• To sync class schedules with Google Calendar

• To replace Google Calendar

• To manage student grades

• To provide online classes

How does School Cal differ from a subscription to Veracross calendars?

• It provides offline access

• It syncs directly to personal Google Calendar

• It offers more color options

• It requires a paid subscription

What skill does using School Cal help students develop?

• Digital time management

• Programming

• Public speaking

• Artistic skills

What is one benefit of having class schedules synced to Google Calendar for teachers?

• It enables video conferencing

• It allows for automatic grading

• It helps in organizing meetings with students

• It provides free access to premium features

Who developed the application for customizing School Cal settings?

• Google

• Aaron Cook

• Microsoft

• Veracross

What can you do if you don't want class schedules to appear on your main calendar?

• Turn off Google Calendar

• Delete the events

• Use a behind-the-scenes calendar

• Uninstall School Cal

What is a key point to remember about sending meeting requests?

• They must be sent a week in advance

• They require a follow-up email

• They are just requests

• They are mandatory

What feature allows you to automatically add notes to a Google Calendar event?

• Voice memo

• Task manager

• Add meeting notes button

• Email integration

How can recurring events in Google Calendar benefit users?

• They make scheduling more efficient

• They automate event creation

• They reduce the need for reminders

• They provide free calendar themes

What happens to tasks in Google Calendar if not completed on the scheduled day?

• They are marked as complete

• They send a reminder email

• They move to the next day

• They are deleted