Other Remote Learning Resources
Help Topics
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Go Guardian
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Tyler 360
Tyler 360: Emails & Communication Log.webmLogging Emails Sent Through Tyler
Logging Non-Tyler Communications.webmLogging Non-Tyler Communications
Google Apps
More help videos and tips are available from the Google Teacher Training Center.
What are extensions?
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Google Assignment Creation
Creating a Basic Assignment in Google Docs.webmCreating a Basic Assignment in Google Docs
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Creating a Basic Assignment in Google Slides.webmCreating a Basic Assignment in Google Slides
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Using and Creating Templates in Google Apps.webmUsing Templates to Create Assignments
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Convert an existing paper assignment to a digital assignment
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"How to Create Digital Assignments for Google Classroom"
From Pocketful of Primary
Click above for another video on creating digital assignments.
Ways to Insert Math Equations into Google Forms Quizzes
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Docs has a built in equation creator. But how can you put equations in a quiz or other Google app assignment?
Several options are given for inserting math equations into a Google Form, including screenshots, equation editor, and coding.
Other Google Topics for Teachers
Organizing Google Drive.webmWays to Organize Your Google Drive
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"7 Gmail Settings Every User Should Know"
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How to Install Google File Stream on your PC
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Teaching Students Chromebook Etiquette
As we begin our journey as a 1:1 school district, we will be responsible for teaching students how to use and take care of their Chromebooks. Below are some resources you can use to get started.
It's important to start the year by establishing Chromebook rules and procedures along with your classroom rules and procedures.
Here are a few resources to help you get started:
Tips for Students on Taking Care of their Chromebooks
Teaching Students to Carry a Chromebook correctly
Accessing Your School's Library Resources Digitally
Destiny Discover
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***Login with Google (school account)***
For more help using Destiny Discover, please email Alison.
Follett Destiny Collections.webmFollett Destiny Collections
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***PLEASE DISREGARD THE INFO IN THE VIDEO ABOUT LOGGING IN TO DESTINY. You can now login with your school Google account***
Click here for a step-by-step written guide.
eRead Illinois eBooks and Audiobooks
Click here for further instructions on how to access these
The video is one I made for students and parents. Students input their ID number as their logins.
Teachers, please use your first initial, last name as your login.
(Example: SANDakurtz)
Gale Research Databases.mp4Gale Research Databases
(grades 7-12)
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Click here for a step-by-step written guide.
Because the written guide contains paid information, like login ID, you need to be logged into a sandwich430.org account to view it.
Other Tools, Tips, and Tricks
Communicating with Parents and Students
Sign-up Genius
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Scheduling Zoom Through Google Calendar.webmScheduling Zoom Meetings with Google Calendar
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Google Calendar Appointment Slots
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Zoom Meeting Tutorials
Click above for a YouTube video playlist on the basics of using Zoom.
Screencasting Options
Pros:
Share to Google Classroom feature
Saves to Google Drive automatically
Drawing tool included
Can publish directly to YouTube
Cons:
Pay to record more than 5 mins
Can only add typed text over the video with paid version
Pros:
Pro version available to educators for free (no time limit on videos)
Drawing tool included in free version for teachers
Cons:
Once recorded, editing options are limited to trimming
Video saves to Loom site, must link to Loom to view (some people might consider this a pro)
Drawing tool only available on the Desktop app (can't use drawing tool on a Chromebook)
Pros:
Can publish directly to Youtube
Cons:
Pay for recording longer than 15 mins
No full-screen recording
Other Tools
Safe YouTube
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Share a YouTube video with no additional content or advertisements.
Ignite Creativity in Your Chromebook Classroom by Ben Sondgeroth
Miscellaneous tools to use with students, created on Book Creator (paid online web tool)
Additional Tech Tutorials:
These tutorial are made available with the help of Mrs. Cindy Fraser and
Tutorial Credits: @JakeMillerTech, @historysandoval, @GoogleAppsForEdu, @DitchThatTextbook, @EricCurtis, @BenCogswell, @CandyTechIdeas, @MeganVenezia, @DustyPorter, @JaceyCrowl, @Attechedu.training, @NHSDTV, @NadineGilkison, @CyberdogStudios, @PocketfulOfPrimary, @JenniferHines, @MDTechVideos, @MikeMurphyCo, @CommonSenseMedia, @DavidCrabtree, @KATEMurrayState, @KnikoleTaylor, @MsDrasby, @tonyvincent, @myPD24/7, @TomMullaney, @ClaySmith, @SteveSmith, @MichelleLuhtala, @TempusNova, @MrMikeKaufman, @TarverAcademy, @LATITTrainer, @Steegle.com, @FlippedClassroomTutorials, @MelissaLim, @friEdTechnology, @ShakeUpLearning, @MrCampbellRocks
