The discussion by Jeremy brought up some interesting points about Google sites. In the passed I have created websites myself [Here and here <-- now antiquated]
Back when I did these I had learned and mastered the art of html coding. Luckily I was coding in textpad (an awesome that coding program) which nicely colour codes the syntax so I know where and how certain tags where missing. This was especially handy when creating the above website in tables without fun things like Dream weaver or the new program on the block.
Unfortunately, creating websites in this style was VERY time consuming. In fact, updating the site is an absolute pain in the ass. I have been meaning to recreate the site but I don't have the time or the inclination to redo everything. What is worse is that html is now ancient and outdated. To keep up and seem professional I need to learn php and css to be competitive. As a new teacher, time is a precarious element which seems like there is never enough of. If I wanted to create a site for my classes I wouldn't be able to exert enough time and energy to create a site that informative and uptodate.
Google sites allows one to create a slick professional looking website in mere minutes. Not only that, it can be updated and CUSTOMIZED to meet your every dream or desire. This is the critical and best part of Google sites. Ease of use is number 1.
Also, Google sites can be linked to Google apps to add widgets and other little doodads. Messaging and calendars in my website? Oh my.
I must thank Jeremy for bringing to light such an awesome resource.
Here be some sites: [1] [2] [3] [4] [5]
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