Gmail Chat and Creating a Group

It was REALLY simple to create a group. All I had to know where my group members' gmail email accounts and then I followed the instructions on the screen. I do not believe it took me more than five minutes tops.

As for creating the Gmail Chat, I saw on the left navigation bar a chat tool. I clicked it and then chose my group out of the list.

I can see using this if a teacher has to be absent from Class one day. This would be a great way to talk with the students quickly and make sure they understand the assignment that you left with the sub. They can also ask any questions they might have. As for the Video chat. I hate it. My computer does not have fast internet and everything is blurry and jumpy. I do not EVER plan to use this in my classroom. I could see if everyone had ideal computers though because then you could see the teacher or student's facial expression when they are talking and know when they are being sarcastic or serious. You can also tell when someone is frustrated or angry.