This document discusses features of Google+ and how they can be used for classroom connections. It describes Circles for organizing classes, Sparks for researching topics, Hangouts for video calls and group work, and Instant Upload for automatically backing up photos and videos. These Google+ tools allow for flipped classrooms, global collaboration, documenting growth over time, and sharing content through circles. Teachers are encouraged to join the Connected Classrooms community on Google+ to learn more.