Virtual Learning Lab

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Audiobooks and eBooks

Find audiobook and ebook resources below. Can't find something you want or need? Ask Mr. Wink!

Audiobooks and Ebooks: See our list of available audiobooks and tools, as well as links to the Sora app here. Find Rock Canyon High School and enter with Google (school credentials).
Douglas County Libraries: Check out the many virtual resources you can access and download from our community partner.
Sora Virtual Library: Access e-books and audiobooks through the Sora app: Use online or download the Sora app from the App Store or Google Play Store, then follow these directions.

Hangouts Chat in Gmail to Communicate with Teacher
1. Click on the cogwheel and select "Settings," then select "see all settings."
2. In the "Chat and Meet" tab at the top, find "Chat" and select "Google Chat" and select your chat position.
3. In Chat, select the "+" and enter your teacher's name.
4. Type message (chat only, no video).
Join a Hangouts Meet for a Virtual Class (Cheat Sheet)
1. Click on the link sent to you by your teacher, select "Join with Google Meet" on the calendar invitation, or go to the app switcher grid and select "Meet" and enter the code provided. NOTE: You must be logged in with your school account.
2. You can enable the camera, microphone, and closed captioning with the icons at the bottom of the screen if necessary for class (remember to turn off camera and mute microphone when instructed by the teacher).
3. Use the "Chat" feature only as instructed by your teacher.
4. Use the three-dot menu in the lower right to:
  - Change layout or go full screen.
  - Use Settings to check audio and video (make sure the correct microphone, speaker, and camera are selected).
5. To leave a call, press the PHONE icon at the bottom of the screen.
6. Having trouble? Here are some tips for Google Meet Troubleshooting for Students.

Here are some recommended online tools for your online coursework. For additional ideas, visit the Digital Tools page.

Google Jamboard: Collaborative virtual whiteboard/team presentation and editing tool (find in your Google apps switcher).
Kami: Use this tool to annotate and share PDFs.
Loom: Free Pro access with DCSD SSO account for screencasts and video.
Noises Online: Website for creating your perfect background sound for study.
PDF Candy: Free online PDF converter.
Screencastify: Make quick screencasts capturing your work with this free Chrome extension.
Trello: Trello is a collaborative project-management software using boards and cards to organize and track individual and group work. Select "Login with Google" and access with your district username and password.
Zamzar: Use this tool to convert files of different formats (or try Cloud Convert).

Need a resource that is not available? Email Mr. Wink.

Databases: Access our databases from home! Some of our regular databases require a library card to access (get a library card here). Others have passwords listed directly on the page.
Virtual Calming Corner: The DCSD Virtual Calming Corner has links and resources to help manage emotions and feelings. Take a deep breath and explore!
Virtual Library: Find a variety of resources and information on our Virtual Library page, including digital tools and online periodicals. Visit the Primary Sources page for a collection of virtual tours and experiences.

Something not working properly? A lot of issues can be "fixed" with just a few basic steps:

Make sure you are using Chrome for your browser.
Make sure you are only signed into your DCSD school account in both the browser and application window (sign out of personal Google accounts).
Make sure your device software is up to date.
Close the browser window and re-open.
Restart the computer.
Try these steps if you Can't Access Google Docs in Canvas.

Have some time to kill? Try something that doesn't kill brain cells, too:

BrainRush: Adaptive learning games that anyone can create, share and play.
Codecademy: Learn to code.
Draw A Stickman: Draw a stickman and take him on an epic adventure.
Gamestar Mechanic: Learn to design videogames.
Incredibox: Music app that lets you create your own music and lay down, record and share your mix.
Freerice: Learn vocabulary and feed the world.
Lizard Point: Free, interactive map quizzes to learn about the world.
Noteflight: Create, teach, share, sell and purchase music.
MS-DOS Video Games: Explore some classic video game fun.
Sporcle: Love trivia? Find trivia games for just about every subject.
Sleepyti.me: Use this calculator to help get a better night's sleep.
The Useless Web: Take me to a useless website, please!
Vocabulary.com: Build your vocabulary one game at a time!

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