Tuesday Tech Tips
September 12, 2023
Tuesday Tech Tips is a weekly blog that contains interesting technology tips, articles, and videos
From The Instructional Technology Department
Technology Announcements and Updates:
Reminder - Classwize- replaces GoGuardian
Request to Unblock- Youtube Videos/Channels
******Youtube Video Request Form is back!- Please fill out the form to request video to be unblocked.*********
Chromebook Procedures- Please Remind Students-
There is a process for requesting repair- see links below for specific grade levels and remind students to follow these procedures.
Genesis, Clever, Seesaw, Linkit & iReady Issues
Please fill out the google form.
***Please refer to "Teacher Resources Quick Links & Support Requests" on our Instructional Technology Page for easy access to district platform links and request forms.**
Tips from the Instructional Technology Coaches
Akia
Creating a presentation? Try playing with shapes and photos. Layering elements like graphics and shapes throughout your slides is a great way to add more visual interest.
Connie
Welcome back to school, everyone! New teachers, have you set up your Frontline ID yet? Check your email for an invitation from Frontline. It may have been sent in August.
Tip: Consider using your full district email including the @franklinboe.org for your username.
Myra
Welcome Back Everyone!
Seesaw's new "Present to Class" feature allows teachers to display multimedia materials during whole-class instruction and guided practice sessions. Learn more.
Ted
Happy New School Year everyone! Looking for some more great Google for Education Tips, check out the Google Educator Group - New Jersey (GEGNJ). Monthly newsletters and more are available. Enjoy!
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