Tuesday Tech Tips
January 11, 2022
Tuesday Tech Tips is a weekly blog that contains interesting technology tips, articles, and videos
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For all Instructional Technology Resources and Support for FTPS Administrators, Teachers, Staff, Parents, and Students go to the FTPS Remote Learning Technology Resources Website. The link is located FTPS Website on the left-hand side under the Tech Needs and Resources for 2021-2022.
Tech Support Questions / Request for a Hotspot and /or Chromebook Repair
This form is to be completed to Request a Hotspot; report Remote Instructional Tech issues or ask questions such as creating a screen capture video or uploading a video, or IReady access, etc.
Zoom Connection Tips
Check for Zoom updates (update to latest version)
Restart the computer
Check your network connection and ISP (Internet Service Provider) internet speed. There are internet speed apps that can determine the high and low-speed drops (Add some examples APP here) https://fast.com/
Shut down other programs (including music apps or anything running on your Mac)
Update your Chrome browser and limit the number of browser tabs
Too many Folders and Files Are Stored on Your Desktop (move them to your Google Drive)
We hope these tips will improve your Zoom connection experience.
Help Desk FAQs:
How do I set up Parallels for the first time?
Setting up Parallels for the first time
How do I set up Virtual Time Clock (VTC) for the first time?
Setting up VTC for the first time
Connecting to the projector wirelessly using EasyMP for the first time
Wirelessly connecting to the projector for the first time
When I use wireless to connect to the projector, I only see my background image. What do I have to do to make my desktop show up on the projector screen?
Fixing blank desktop via EasyMP
How do I mirror my desktop when connected using HDMI?
Tips from the Tech Coaches
Amy
Zoom Tip For Student Who can't log in through the App
If students can't log in from your meeting link or have an issue with the zoom app on their chromebook, provide them with the webbrowser URL: https://zoom.us/join
You will need to provide them with the Meeting ID number and Passcode to manually input.
Connie
Recognizing the Signs of Trauma
Trauma may look different from student to student, so it’s prudent to always use trauma-responsive practices. Learn more.
Myra
Activity in Google Drive
See changes made to your files in Drive and keep track of who made those changes. Learn more.
Ted
With all that has gone on during the pandemic, we all must have wondered about the Greek Alphabet at some point. Click here for more information about its 24 characters. This is also great to know for hurricanes, math and science formulas, and some parts of college life too!