On the 10th Day of Techmas, Canva gave to me...QR Codes for Scannable Glee!
Scannable shortcuts that bridge the gap between paper and screen.
On the 10th Day of Techmas, Canva gave to me...QR Codes for Scannable Glee!
Scannable shortcuts that bridge the gap between paper and screen.
Did You Know...
Students can scan QR Codes on their Chromebooks! YES! They open the camera and select Scan, then choose QR Code. This means they don't have to have their phone out to use QR Codes for activities in class.
Practical Ideas for Using QR Codes
with Students and Parents
Interactive "Help" Stations: Paste QR codes on the corners of student desks or at learning centers. When a student is stuck, they can scan the code to watch a 60-second "hint" video or see a worked-out example of a math problem.
Audio-Enhanced Libraries: Stick QR codes inside the covers of classroom books. These can link to a recording of you (or another student) reading the book aloud, which is a game-changer for emerging readers and ENL students.
Self-Checking Task Cards: Place a QR code on the back of task cards. After completing a challenge, students scan the code to see the answer key or a rubric, allowing them to self-correct in real-time.
Digital "Gallery Walks": If students create digital projects (like a Google Slide or a video), print a screenshot of their work with a QR code. Hang these around the room so classmates can "tour" the digital gallery using tablets.
Equipment Tutorials: If you use specific tech or science lab equipment, put a QR code on the device. It can link to a "How-To" PDF or a safety checklist so students don't have to wait for you to demonstrate it again.
The "Meet the Teacher" Magnet: Give parents a magnet or a business card with a QR code that links directly to your contact information, classroom website, or the class syllabus. They’ll never lose your email address again.
Dynamic Homework Help: On paper homework assignments, include a QR code in the header. Link it to a video of you explaining the concept. This empowers parents to help their children without feeling frustrated by "new" teaching methods.
Instant Permission Slips: Instead of waiting for a crumpled piece of paper to come back in a backpack, put a QR code on the flyer that links to a Google Form. Parents can sign and submit the digital permission slip in seconds.
Window into the Classroom: Post a "Photo of the Week" QR code on your classroom door. When parents drop off or pick up their kids, they can scan it to see a quick slideshow of what the students worked on that week.
Curated Resource Hub: Create a "Parent Resource" bookmark with a QR code linking to a folder of literacy tips, mental health resources, or local community events.
Want to earn CEUs for participating in this year's 12 Days of Techmas? It is easy!
Each day, there will be a task to complete based on the tool for that day. Complete the Form below and share your completed task. At the end of the 12 Days of Techmas, you will receive a certificate for the days you participated in. If you complete all 12 tasks, you can earn up to 6 hours of Digital Learning renewal credit.
Your Day 10 task is to create a design and turn it into a QR Code. Generate the QR Code and upload the image to the CEU Form.
To submit your Day 10 task, complete the 12 Days of Techmas CEU Form
Don't have time to work on today's task? That's okay! You can work on these throughout the holiday break and January.