by Rob Clarke | Mar 20, 2020 | QuickTip
The ability to quickly and easily split your screen on a laptop is useful in many situations. For example, when researching and writing, when meeting while taking notes, etc. We suggest you install these extensions onto every Chromebook and/or Chrome browser to...
by Rob Clarke | Mar 19, 2020 | Class Teachers, QuickTip, Working Remotely
Hi , Google Hangouts allows easy instant messaging and video chat (just like Facebook). Plus, it has conferencing facilities. Follow these steps: Go to hangouts.google.com Click on New conversation. Type the name (or email) of the person you wish to chat with. When...
by Rob Clarke | Mar 18, 2020 | QuickTip
This is super handy if you need to quickly show someone something – I use it all the time! Follow these steps: 1. Locate what you want to capture (eg. a webpage/etc.). 2. Hold down the sleep and clicker buttons simultaneously – the device should make a...
by Rob Clarke | Mar 18, 2020 | QuickTip
If you end up moving your learning programme so it is delivered remotely, you’ll need to consider ways to help students interact, capture and share their learning. Audio recording is one of the easiest ways for students to capture their learning. Here are some...
by Rob Clarke | Mar 16, 2020 | QuickTip
To quickly insert a return into a spreadsheet cell, simply hold down the ALT/Option key and hit Return (Command on Mac), or Control + Enter. View All QuickTips Submit...
by Rob Clarke | Mar 16, 2020 | QuickTip
One of the challenges of working remotely is that it is harder to pick up non-verbal cues such as facial expressions, tone and body language. Try installing an emoji extension to help teach students (or your audience) how to show emotion during online interactions....