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On this page, you'll find some of our featured tips and resources. Looking for something specific? Check out the different pages located in the menu bar at the top of the page or by clicking the buttons below!
Meme Creator Fun!
Memes and GIFs are everywhere! Why not have your student's make one to show their learning or incorporate them into your own presentations for class?
How do you do this? There are a couple of options, but Google Drawing is a safe and appropriate way to have students accomplish this task. Tech Guru, Eric Curts, posted an awesome article with resources and directions to do this >> Check it out! He even has a whole "Meme Image Folder" on his blog that you can use, plus a Meme Template for Google Drawing!
Keyboard Shortcuts!
Keyboard Shortcuts!
Do you get tired of moving your hand from your keyboard to your mouse over and over? Do you wish you could work smarter, not harder? Did you know Google Help has a whole list of shortcuts that you can use to save time as your work on your Chromebooks?
Check out these Keyboard Shortcuts! >>>>> CLICK HERE!
Current favorite for TEACHERS: windows + L
Current favorite for TEACHERS: windows + L
Are you stepping away from your computer for that much needed bathroom or chocolate break, but you would rather not have to close out what you are working on? Simply type the Windows key + L and your computer will be on lock down. When you're ready to use it again, all you have to do is input your password and everything reappears!
Locks Screen Shortcut
Current favorite for STUDENTS: ctrl + F
Current favorite for STUDENTS: ctrl + F
"Find" a word on screen
Ever wish you could jump straight to the section you need on a website? Wish you didn't have to look through the whole document to find the name you need? F is for FIND! Find any word in a document or website by typing ctrl + F. Then type the word you are looking for in the box. It will highlight every time that word appears on the screen!
Featured Website: Common Sense Media
For Parents: This awesome resource provides reviews of popular books, shows, apps, websites, and more so parents can be informed about what your kids might be into right now. There's also recommendations for families to feel confident in using with or showing to their kids.
For Educators: This same website has a section for Educators, too. There are resources for teaching Digital Citizenship, EdTech reviews, opportunities for Professional Development and more.
I don't know about you, but I love using my Bitmoji picture in my presentations! Bitmoji is actually an app that you can download for free on your phone. This allows you to customize your avatar to your liking as often as you want. With the Bitmoji extension, you will have access to that avatar on your computer, too! Check out this video for more information about how to find, add, and use the Bitmoji extension!
Do you already have the extension, but you would like to learn new ways to use it in the classroom? Check out this article from Cool Tools for School. It has TONS of information and links to other resources and articles detailing how other teachers are using their Bitmoji in class!
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