Tuesday Tech Tips
October 3, 2023
Tuesday Tech Tips is a weekly blog that contains interesting technology tips, articles, and videos
From The Instructional Technology Department
REMINDERS
All Teachers
Request to Unblock- Youtube Videos/Channels & Sites
Please note there are two different forms- links can be found here "Teacher Resources Quick Links & Support"
Classwize Support
Stay tuned for PD information at your school
NOTE- Classwize Syncs on Tuesdays and Fridays, so you may not see updates until after the sync
Elementary Teachers
SEESAW- **ELEMENTARY**
Request to Remove/Archive 2023-24 Classes -LAST WEEK! Please submit by Oct 6th.
DO NOT attempt to manually archive your 2023-24 school year. Nightly syncs will override manually changes.
DO NOT attempt to add students manually. Allow for the nightly updates to occur. If after a day or so you do not see a student in Seesaw, reach out to the tech coaches.
Tips from the Instructional Technology Coaches
Akia
Interact with your Audience
Think about making your presentation interactive! A two-way conversation speaks volumes! Ask questions, give prompts, polls, surveys, or ask for opinions. It will make your presentation more engaging and personal.
Connie
Video Games & Cognitive Function
National Study Finds That Video Games Could Improve Cognitive Function in Kids. As esports continues to grow, a National Institutes of Health study examines the impact of video games on the brains of elementary school students. Learn more.
Ted
New Link for Hovercam
Do you use a Hovercam through your computer and your Google extension doesn't work anymore? Try out this link that Hovercam has created to get you going again!
Genesis Resource folder
Click here to access district directions on commonly used Genesis applications, such as how to set up grading profiles or access staff schedules.
From the Technology Department - HELP DESK REMINDERS
Help Desk FAQs:
***Resetting Student Passwords***
Setting up Parallels and Resetting Passwords
Requesting Support from HELP DESK
Directions and Replacement of defected or lost items
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?
How to mirror desktop using HDMI