Introducing Chrome Web Store

Chrome Web  Store 

The Google Chrome Store has several free and paid apps available for users of the Chrome web browser. All you need to get started is your Google user name and password.  The apps are tied to your Google account, which allows for easy access. Some of my favorite apps are Remind 101, Hello Fax, Google Drive, and Photo Peach to name a few. Check out the video below to learn how you can begin to access the power of the Chrome web store.

Remind 101: Free notification web app, send free email or text reminders to subscribers

Hello Fax enables users to send and receive  faxes online.  Users have the option to e-sign documents from a PC.

Google Drive enables users to store all files (photos, presentations, documents, PDF's)  online in the cloud.  Users get up to 15 MB of FREE cloud storage.

Photo Peach  allows users to create a slide show using photos uploaded from Picasa or Flickr. Users can even add music from YouTube to enhance a slide show.  Students can create quick multimedia presentations with captions and music while expressing their creativity. 

BYOD Resources for Teachers

First Day of School Video: BYOD for Students

Here is a list of some web based resources that suitable for a 1:1 class or for BYOD, click below: 

BYOD Symbaloo Webmix

Just Google It: Tools and Apps to Engage and Inspire

SCASA Presentation: Just Google It: Tools and Apps to Inspire and Engage

Integrating Google into the 21st century Classroom

Authentic Assessment handout {June 11, 2013}

AUTHENTIC ASSESSMENT {June 11, 2013}

Online Resources for Parents - Living LIfe Online

Parents Guide to Living LIfe Online

Great resource for parents to learn more about living life online. MUST READ!

FAQ #1 - Accessing Google Account

I often get asked, "Do I have to have a Google Chromebook to access my account?" The answer is, "No".  Your Google user name and password can be used via the web to access all the Google Apps and your saved bookmarks.  In order to access your Google Drive, Google Calendar , other apps from your PC, you simply type "www.google.com", in the address box, press "enter". You will see a gray box, identified as "Sign In", click this once. You will then be prompted to enter your district Google user name and password.  It only takes a couple minutes for your bookmarks to sync to your computer. Make sure once you are finished, you log out of your account.   See this quick clip on how to access your Google Account for additional clarification.

Happy Googling.

Integrating Google into the 21st Century Classroom

Our 1:1 Story: Fairfield County Schools

Integrating A Zillion Story Lines

FETC 2013 Insights

FETC 2013

Fairfield County School District will showcase and share best practices in integrating Google Apps and Chromebooks in the classroom.   Google Theater Sessions: January30, 2013 @ FETC, 3:00 PM.

Presentation: Socializing Our Classrooms - Edmodo and Google Drive Team Up Wednesday January 30, 2013

Remind 101: Free and Fabulous

Remind 101 is a great web app for teachers and district leaders to use to send safe and secure electronic notifications to parents, students, and community stakeholders by email or cell.  Go to https://www.remind101.com/ to sign up!

Using Google As A Collaborative Tool

Presentation

Google Chrome Apps (K - 6)

Apps for teachers and students