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TECH SUPPORT
If you need technical support, please email our Tech Team at WVSDMail@wvschools.net or call (717) 647-2167, ext. 1400. For assistance, please see our Technology Help Center website which answers many FAQ's about WV's Technology.
VVA students will be provided with a Chromebook. Prior to being issued any district technology--students and parents/guardians will be required to sign and return our technology agreement form.
CHROMEBOOK TROUBLESHOOTING
My Chromebook won’t turn on? What should I do?
My Chromebook won’t turn on? What should I do?
When you open your Chromebook, wait at least 15 seconds for the screen to light up. If you press the power button before giving it 15 seconds, you interrupt its process and make it take longer.
When you open your Chromebook, wait at least 15 seconds for the screen to light up. If you press the power button before giving it 15 seconds, you interrupt its process and make it take longer.
If it doesn’t light up within 15 seconds, then press the power button once and release and wait another 15 seconds.
If it doesn’t light up within 15 seconds, then press the power button once and release and wait another 15 seconds.
If your Chromebook still doesn’t turn on, check to be sure it is charged. Check this by plugging it into power. If the charging light comes on, allow it to charge for 30 minutes.
If your Chromebook still doesn’t turn on, check to be sure it is charged. Check this by plugging it into power. If the charging light comes on, allow it to charge for 30 minutes.
If your Chromebook still won't turn on, please call (717) 647-2167, ext. 1400 for assistance.
If your Chromebook still won't turn on, please call (717) 647-2167, ext. 1400 for assistance.
Getting Pop-up Notifications at the Bottom of Your Chromebook Screen?
Getting Pop-up Notifications at the Bottom of Your Chromebook Screen?
Some students have noticed ads or notifcations popping up at the bottom of their Chrome window. Clearing your browser history usually takes care of this problem.
Some students have noticed ads or notifcations popping up at the bottom of their Chrome window. Clearing your browser history usually takes care of this problem.
Go to the three-dot menu at the top right of your Chrome window and choose "More tools" then "Clear browsing data". Select "All time" in the Time Range menu. Then select only "Cookies and other site data" and "Cached images and files" and click "Clear data".
Go to the three-dot menu at the top right of your Chrome window and choose "More tools" then "Clear browsing data". Select "All time" in the Time Range menu. Then select only "Cookies and other site data" and "Cached images and files" and click "Clear data".
RECORDING AUDIO...
Students will occasionally be asked to record their thoughts to share their learning.
Students will occasionally be asked to record their thoughts to share their learning.
In order to avoid feedback during recording, be sure to turn off your Chromebook's speakers before clicking the red "Record" button.
In order to avoid feedback during recording, be sure to turn off your Chromebook's speakers before clicking the red "Record" button.
If you have a headset with a microphone, you could use that, too.
If you have a headset with a microphone, you could use that, too.
CHROMEBOOK TIPS & TRICKS
Using the Chromebook Keyboard
Using the Chromebook Keyboard
There are some unique keys on a Chromebook. Here’s some information about them. Click here for more information about the Chromebook keyboard.
There are some unique keys on a Chromebook. Here’s some information about them. Click here for more information about the Chromebook keyboard.
Zooming in and Out on a Chromebook
Zooming in and Out on a Chromebook
Some of your learning activities, particularly in Accelerate Ed, might take up more of your screen than you can see at one time. You can "zoom out" to make the activities take up less space. Hold down the Control (ctrl) key and press the minus (-) key to zoom out a little at a time. You can then use Control + to zoom back in.
Some of your learning activities, particularly in Accelerate Ed, might take up more of your screen than you can see at one time. You can "zoom out" to make the activities take up less space. Hold down the Control (ctrl) key and press the minus (-) key to zoom out a little at a time. You can then use Control + to zoom back in.
Zoom in = ctrl + Zoom out = ctrl -
Zoom in = ctrl + Zoom out = ctrl -
Chromebook Accessibility Tips
Chromebook Accessibility Tips
This playlist will show you how to use a variety of features on your Chromebook to enhance your learning, including magnifying the screen, using speech-to-text, and having text read aloud.
This playlist will show you how to use a variety of features on your Chromebook to enhance your learning, including magnifying the screen, using speech-to-text, and having text read aloud.
There are four videos in this playlist. Click on the three horizontal lines with the arrow near the top right of the video screen to choose the video you want to watch.
There are four videos in this playlist. Click on the three horizontal lines with the arrow near the top right of the video screen to choose the video you want to watch.
Taking a Screenshot on your Chromebook
Taking a Screenshot on your Chromebook
How to right-click on your Chromebook
Screen Record on a Chromebook
Screen Record on a Chromebook
Chromebooks have two built-in screen recording tools: Screen Capture and Screencast.
Chromebooks have two built-in screen recording tools: Screen Capture and Screencast.
Open the Quick Settings panel and select "Screen Capture," or launch the "Screencast" app. Both have multiple methods for recording the screen.
Open the Quick Settings panel and select "Screen Capture," or launch the "Screencast" app. Both have multiple methods for recording the screen.
Screencastify
Screencastify
Screencastify is a Chrome extension that works directly in your browser. After installing the extension and connecting it to your Google Drive, you can record videos of up to 5 minutes in the free version. Videos can be edited and saved directly to your Google Drive. Use the videos below or visit Screencastify's YouTube channel to learn more.
Helpful Chrome Extensions for Students
Helpful Chrome Extensions for Students
GRAMMARLY.....
GRAMMARLY.....
Grammarly provides support for improving grammar as you type. It checks basic grammar, such as article, tense and subject agreement. It also has a word choice mode, suggesting synonyms to help students improve their vocabulary.
Grammarly provides support for improving grammar as you type. It checks basic grammar, such as article, tense and subject agreement. It also has a word choice mode, suggesting synonyms to help students improve their vocabulary.
MOTE: VOICE NOTES & FEEDBACK
This tool allows you easily add voice notes and feedback to shared documents and assignments.
Mote is integrated into Gmail, Google Docs, Slides, Sheets, Forms and Classroom, for easy recording and playback.
You can also create voice notes for any website or application directly from our Chrome extension menu - simply click on the browser icon to access our 'Motepad' recorder.
Online Learning Tips and Tricks
Online Learning Tips and Tricks
In Lucidchart, students organize their learning, make meaning, and think critically as they visualize relationships between ideas using Venn diagrams and other graphic organizers.
Visual note-taking techniques
Visual note-taking techniques
Think of each visual note-taking technique as a tool in your note-taking toolbox—the more techniques you learn and become comfortable using, the better your notes will be. No matter the information being taught, you’ll have a note-taking technique to record it in an organized, easy-to-digest manner.
Four of the most common visual note taking techniques are:
1. Venn diagrams .....If you’ve ever had to compare and contrast ideas, there’s a good chance you’ve used a Venn diagram. And if you haven’t, you probably should have. Venn diagrams are a simple way to record the differences and similarities between two things—these could be ideas, subjects, people, etc.
2. Mind maps....often used as a brainstorming technique, but they can also help you organize information in your notes. In a mind map, the central or main idea is placed at the center, with arms branching off to each smaller idea. Those branches then branch off into even smaller ideas and so on.
3. Concept maps.....look a lot like mind maps. The information in mind maps and concept maps is structured the same way: A central idea is placed at the center with smaller ideas branching off. The primary difference is in the connectors. Concept maps use arrows and labels to represent the relationships between each idea. You can even color code your boxes to add more clarity and organization.
4. Flowcharts......If you’re trying to document a process in your notes, a flowchart should be your go-to. Flowcharts use various shapes and arrows to visualize each step and decision in a process.
Does your student LOVE to read? Or maybe your student is looking for a documentary on science? Whatever their need, they can access your local library anywhere with Hoopla. By using your local library card, Hoopla lets you digitally borrow eBooks, audiobooks, movies, music, and more from your computer, mobile phone, or tablet. It’s like having a public library at your fingertips.
This free graphing calculator is one of the best study tools, and it’s on a mission. Desmos wants to make math available to billions of students around the world by providing their free graphing calculator. Whether you don’t have access to a graphing calculator, or need one in a pinch, this math study resource is a great addition to your online school toolbelt!
ALL WILLIAMS VALLEY STUDENTS HAVE ACCESS TO MICROSOFT 365 tools
Microsoft’s OneNote lets you jot down notes, add an image or table, and create to-do lists all on the same page. For organizational purposes, you can add tags to anything, and it syncs across devices and platforms. This makes it one of the best note-taking apps out there for students, and we all know note-taking is an important study aid.
Available for...........Android, iOS, and desktop. Free with paid upgrade available
One of the highest-rated student planner apps, iStudiez is a great online study tool. It lets you color-code your classes, add fun icons, and toggle views so you can plan your time for the upcoming day or week. It can even calculate your GPA for you with its GPA tracker tool. Just input grade and point value as you receive graded assignments back.
For students looking for an online study tool specifically catered towards math, Gauthmath is not to be missed! Gauthmath uses cutting-edge algorithms and AI technology to help you quickly understand and solve mathematical problems. The advanced tool provides full step-by-step explanations to provide solutions for a range of different math problems, including even lengthy geometry and word problems. Pair a powerful tool like Gauthmath with some great music for studying to learn faster and better.
With My Study Life you can…
Stay on top of your tasks – homework, assignments, reminders, and revision. Store your tasks with ease in the cloud, accessible anywhere.
Track exams – keep those all-important exams alongside your classes and revision tasks.
Manage your classes – your paper planner- turbocharged. Supporting day and week rotation timetables, class scheduling, and task tracking, you’ll wonder how you ever lived without it.
Get notified – reminders for unfinished tasks, upcoming exams, and classes before they even start.
The best part? It’s free. Learn more about the MyStudyLife study app.
HippoCampus......Recommended for students in middle, and high school (and even college!)
HippoCampus......Recommended for students in middle, and high school (and even college!)
Named after the part of the brain responsible for memory and learning, HippoCampus offers a fantastic collection of online multimedia resources. It has study materials for thirteen different subjects across multiple different levels of ability, from middle school to college. HippoCampus specializes in visual learning resources: videos, animations, and simulations. This makes it an especially good option for students who tend to find traditional study methods, like reading a textbook and making notes, a bit boring or difficult – and generally speaking, it’s just a great way to mix up where you get your learning materials from!
Online Learning Tips with VLN
Online Learning Tips with VLN
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