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What is the best screen recorder to use for creating videos?
Loom is our recommended screen recorder. Click here for setup instructions and a video tutorial.
Will student and parent videos be created for Schoology?
Yes! Here are overview videos and tutorials for students and parents on Chromebooks, Schoology, and additional tools.
How do I convert my PDF into something students can complete online?
Teachers and students can add the extension Kami to their google account. This extension will be pushed out to all students before the start of school. This allows students to annotate on a PDF and submit it back to the teacher. You do not need to convert the PDF before assigning it.
To use within Schoology, add the extension to your google drive first. Click here to add. Now, when you go back to add an assignment in Schoology, Kami should show up beside Google drive when you "Assign from app." This tool will allow students to add their own text, highlight, add image and draw.
How do I put a personal device on the school network?
If you would like to put your personal device on the network, complete this form: https://goo.gl/vgO5Eb
What are read aloud options?
These two extensions have been added by the tech dept. Read Aloud and Immersive Reader. On a Chromebook, students could also use the select-to-speak option using these instructions. We will also be creating a video to share with students showing how to use the extension and/or CB option.
How do I add an extension?
Here is the link to the chrome web store. Once you've added the extension, it should show up in the top right of your toolbar. To see all of your extensions, you may need to click on the puzzle piece in the top right corner.
How do I add a co-teacher in Schoology?
In your Schoology class, click Members (on the left), Add members. Once the member is added, you can click the gear beside their name and "Make Admin"
Why is the Loom desktop download not working?
The tech dept is aware and working on this. The loom extension will still record your entire desktop even when you minimize the chrome tab. When you record your desktop with the extension, your camera picture in the bottom left of the screen will disappear, but it will still record your screen.
Another thing...in Loom, when you create a new video, click on show advanced options. Uncheck flipped camera so the materials you hold up can will be viewed correctly. Click here for directions.
How do I take a screenshot of a part of my screen and save it as an image?
You can use the snipping tool on any Windows device. Click on the windows in the bottom left of your desktop, start typing snipping tool, right-click on snipping tool and pin to taskbar. Little scissors should now appear on the taskbar of your desktop. You can also use this keyboard shortcut for Snipping Tool: Windows Key+ Shift+S
On a Chromebook:
Hold down the Ctrl + Switch window keys to capture a full screenshot.
Hold down the Ctrl + Shift + Switch window keys to capture a specific area.
What privacy settings will I need to change in Schoology?
To make your class roster private to all other students in the class, you'll need to select "no one" in the roster privacy settings. Also, if you are creating your own course (not syncing with PowerSchool), you'll need to change the update settings also. The default setting will allow students to post updates for all members of the class to see. See below for a sample of how you may want your privacy settings.
In your course, select "Course Options", click "Edit Privacy/Course Settings" Make sure to Save Changes.
Where are the SCPS Schoology tutorial videos posted?
Parent videos are posted on the SCPS website under Parent Academy. Student videos can be found on this document. Please feel free to copy these videos as needed into your Schoology course as students are becoming familiar with the various tools and navigation of Schoology.
Is there a good resource with Schoology tutorials for students and teachers?
Check out this YouTube playlist from Schoology. It's a great resource with teacher tutorials as well as student videos!
Why do my attachments disappear when I try to copy an assignment from my Resources to a course?
When Schoology Assignments are copied to other courses or saved to Resources, the assignment will only retain information that is native to Schoology (assignment title, description, etc.) and static files (links, PDFs, etc.). Google Drive Assignments will not remain attached. Google Drive Assignments will require manual re-attachment once the Schoology assignment has been added to its destination course.
How does Course Moderation work in Schoology?
Course Moderation allows you to monitor members' comments before publication. When moderation is enabled, you must approve each update, comment, or response in the course before it is available to other members of your group. Moderation does not work in a discussion thread. Discussions will be seen by others without teacher approval. Click here to see how to enable Moderation for your course.
Can I link my parent Schoology account with my teacher Schoology account?
Yes, you can! Click here to find out how. We strongly advise against linking courses together in your teacher Schoology account. We've had several instances where classwork has disappeared when linking took place.
Help! How do I create a meeting in Google Meet and host my first meeting?
We have created several resources to help you get your zoom account up and running. Check the page on our website called Teaching with Google Meet.
Do you have any extra ideas for icebreakers during synchronous time?
Here you go! This document has links for activities that can be used as icebreakers in a virtual environment. It also references how you can use an icebreaker activity to introduce some of the common third party apps and sites.
Why are some things coming up with "Request Access" in Schoology when I view as a student or parent?
If you want parents/guardians to see content in Schoology that is stored in your Google Drive, (not including student assignments), you need to make sure the sharing settings are set to "Anyone with the link" is a viewer. They will then only have access to view that item in Schoology (not your entire google drive).
Why aren't students able to view certain YouTube videos in Schoology?
YouTube is filtered for security and we have no control over blocking/unblocking certain videos. We have found a few workarounds when adding videos in Schoology.
Option #1: Embed YouTube videos directly into Schoology using the steps below:
Create a page in Schoology
Go to Insert Content
Image/Media
From the Web
Media
Insert youtube link
Option #2: Embed your video into a Google Slide or Wakelet and then post your slide or wakelet in Schoology.
Why doesn't my video show up right away when I record it in Schoology?
When you create a recording in Schoology it will take a little while for the video to be converted into a format that is viewable within Schoology (not requiring a download to view). You'll notice the little green arrows to the right of the recording while it is being converted.
I'm getting lots of parent and student emails about issues. How can I best help them?
We will continue to help diagnose issues as you send them to us. Asking parents or students to send a screenshot of what is happening, error messages, or images displayed on their screen will help us solve the issue faster. This video shares how to take a screenshot on a Chromebook.
What aren't my grades syncing from Schoology to PowerSchool?
If you have issues with your grades syncing from Schoology to PowerTeacher Pro, start here. We have provided resolutions to the varying issues we've noticed for grade syncing.
How do I save and share a Google Meet recording?
If you need instructions for saving and uploading a Meet recording into Schoology, refer to this document.
Schoology emails crowding your inbox? Automatically send all emails to a folder (label) instead of your inbox. Click here to find out how to create this filter in your gmail. You can also choose which email notifications to turn off by going to your Schoology settings.
Share with your students: You can play videos using the picture in picture option. Click here for a quick demo using a Kami assignment. This feature allows you to still see the video in the bottom right-hand corner of the screen while scrolling/interacting on the current page. This is a great feature when playing a tutorial "how-to" video.
The icons at the bottom of the video look a little different depending on the application you are using:
For a video in Schoology, click the 3 dots in the bottom right-hand corner of the video and choose "picture in picture".
For Loom videos- Toggle PIP icon
Doesn't work with YouTube.
Voice typing only works in Google Docs on the chromebook. Is there something else students can use for voice to text in other applications?
Enable Dictation is an accessibility feature that can be turned on when using a chromebook. This voice to text feature can work in Schoology, Google Slides, Google Draw, etc. Click here for a quick how-to video.
Can students receive notifications in Schoology when I leave a comment on their work?
Click here for a video showing students how to change their notification settings in Schoology.
How can I assign a Kami sheet with audio/video attached?
Kami can be a great option for any read aloud or audio instructions. You can add audio and video annotations directly into a Kami sheet, download and then assign it within Schoology. Click here for a quick how-to video.
How do I play a video for my students to hear while I'm meeting or recording in zoom?
When you share your screen, there is a tiny option in the bottom left of the share screen for you to enable "share my computer sound." Once that is selected, anyone in your meeting or recording will hear your computer audio if you decide to play a video. See the image below:
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