Updates to Google Keep Make It Even More Versatile
Skill Level: Beginner Use: Organization & Collaboration
Two weeks ago I wrote about Google Keep, a fantastic tool for keeping lists, bookmarks, etc., and sharing them with those with whom you're collaborating. Last week Google announced that Google Keep will be fully integrated into G-Suite services, making it an even more awesome tool!
You can quickly access your Google Keep notes within Google Docs, and if you are working on a Doc and think of something to add to your to-do list for a project, you can access your Keep notes without leaving docs. Pretty sweet.
When you are in your Doc, click TOOLS. Scroll down and click KEEP NOTEPAD. Your Keep notes will display in a pop-up window on the right side of your screen. Here is a quick demo and HERE is a link to Richard Byrne's Google Keep playlist on YouTube that has short video tutorials on different ways to use Google Keep. Check it out!
Keeping Your Accounts Secure
Skill Level: beginner Use: Internet security of personal information
Earlier this week my tech-y son emailed me with information on Cloudbleed, a recent internet security breach. Once again I was reminded of the necessity of having secure internet passwords and keeping track of places where I have added to my online identity by creating an account.
Here is a short Common Craft video that offers some great suggestions for beefing up security of your online presence and for creating more secure passwords.
Is the anticipation of Spring Break a distraction this week?
Try a TED-ed lesson to keep your students engaged.
Skill level: beginner Use: Interactive lesson
Need a little something extra to keep the students in the game this week as they anticipate their Spring Break? Try a TED-ed lesson. Search for lessons by grade level and subject area.
Start with a pre-made lesson that includes a video to watch, stimuli to Think, Dig Deeper and Discuss. Then customize the lesson to fit your students' needs.
Need a brain break? Try something short like "How super glue was invented" (Credit to Larry Ferlazzo for posting about this video on his blog last month) Then brainstorm other tools that have uses beyond their original intended use.
