Tech Shorts Episode 113 - Adding a Keyboard Layout to an iPad

In Episode 113, we continue our series of looking at the accessibility tools that are available on the iPad. This time we look at adding different keyboards to your device. This is particularly helpful for world language classes or for students who are not native English speakers. Let’s take a look.

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Tech Shorts Episode 112 - Speech to Text on the iPad

In Episode 112, we continue our series of looking at the accessibility tools that are available on the iPad. This time we look at Speech to text, which is the device’s ability to type anything that is said to it when a keyboard is present. Speech to text is wonderful for students who can’t type very fast or who are reluctant writers. Let’s take a look.

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Tech Shorts Episode 111 - VoiceOver on the iPad

In Episode 111, we continue our series of looking at the accessibility tools that are available on the iPad. This time we will look at VoiceOver, which is the device’s ability to read any text that is present on the screen for visually impaired individuals, or for our students who experience difficulty reading. VoiceOver does a lot more than what I’m about to show you, but we’ll focus on reading for our purposes. Let’s take a look. 

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Tech Shorts Episode 110 - Using the Magnifier Tool on an iPad

In Episode 110, we begin our series of looking at the accessibility tools that are available on the iPad. First up is the Magnifier tool, which is one of the most awesome tool for anyone who has ever had trouble reading something with small font or needing to look at something in great detail. Magnifier performs better than Camera, and does not clutter your photo library with extra shots. It also allows you to switch colors to make it easier to see or read. Let’s take a look. 

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Tech Shorts Episode 109 - Backing up a Mac OS computer through Time Machine

In Episode 109, we go through the process of backing up a Mac OS computer through Time Machine so that your device can be repaired, maintained, or upgraded. This is a simple process but it does require you having a portable hard drive, which you can use your PD tech funds to buy. Let’s watch. 

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Tech Shorts Episode 108 - Taking Staff Blizzard Bag Attendance in Schoology

In Episode 108, we review how staff can take their attendance in Schoology during a Blizzard Bag day. Go to https://sau45.schoology.com/home, and click on Courses. Then click on MA Staff/Faculty or MCS Staff/Faculty, depending on your school. Click on Blizzard Bags, and find the appropriate Blizzard Bag Attendance date. Click on that quiz, answer the three questions, and you are done! Let’s watch. 

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Tech Shorts Episode 107 - Bookmarking a Web Site

In Episode 107, we look at how to bookmark a page in the web browser of your choice. We’ll look at Firefox, Chrome, and Safari. Bookmarking pages you often access simplifies your life and help keeping you organized. Let’s watch!

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