Thing #1: Create a Gmail Account

You are probably familiar with Google, and use the search engine regularly.

Google offers much more than a search engine. Google has over two dozen other products, including Gmail, a free web-based email application. Setting up a Gmail account for yourself is Thing #1.

In the 23 Things program, we are going to explore and use Google products like Google Reader, Google Docs, and iGoogle. The first step to using these products is setting up a Google account.

Your new Gmail account user name and password will serve as your Google account and allow you to access the other Google products more easily. You will use this same username and password in later Things.

You will also use this email address to register for the 23 Things program and receive 23 Things email updates.


Thing #1 Activity: Create a Gmail Account

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Click here to go to Gmail.

2. Click “Create an account”. (If you already have a Gmail account you would like to use for the 23 Things project, please skip to Step #4 below.)

3. Follow the on-screen instructions to create your own Gmail account. Important tips:

• You will be required to select a user name and password. Make sure you remember it!
• Uncheck the “Stay Signed In” and “Set Google as my default homepage” boxes.
• If you have another email address, enter it in the “Recovery Email” box in case you forget your Gmail password.

4. Using your Gmail account, send an email message to 23things@brev.org. Use the subject “23 Things Registration” and include your full name and library in the body of your email. Within 72 hours, you will receive a reply confirming your registration.


Optional Additional Resources:

Become a Gmail Master by learning tips and tricks to using your Gmail account. Click Here.

Click here to Download a printable guide to Gmail.