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Synergy TeacherVUE Training Series

Just getting started with TeacherVUE? Need a refresher on how to get your classes up and started this year? This series of tutorials should help you hit the ground running this school year. Be sure to subscribe to Techy Teacher Tools on YouTube for more...

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Setting Up Google Classroom for Distance Learning.

Last spring was a trial by fire for many educators…jumping into E-Learning faster than expected. With time to plan and prepare, this fall has the potential to be an amazing experience for educators and students alike. Now referred to as distance learning 2.0…here are some...

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Zoom Tips – Trial By Fire

This past week, many teachers have jumped into the E-Learning world and are thriving on the Zoom platform. Here are just a few tips I have learned along the way. Zoom also has a great resource HERE to get you started.

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Hosting a Zoom Meeting with your students

Many of us are just getting started with hosting an online meeting with our students. The video below will help lead you through some of the tips and tricks I have learned along the way. Navigating some of the initial settings and how to set...

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eSchoolPLUS Teacher Access Center Email Notifications

The eSchoolPLUS teacher access center has the ability to email staff members when changes are made to their class rosters, student eligibility status, and special education status changes. The tutorial below will show you how to activate these notifications within your teacher access panel.  ...

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New Google Drive features just keep getting better

With the beginning of a new school year, you may notice a few new additions and enhancements to Google Drive. With these ever-increasing updates, Google Drive and its accompanying app, continue to become a more viable replacement for your standard Microsoft Office applications. Voice Typing...

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Setting up a classroom or department website on Google Sites

Educators often avoid using this great free and powerful resource because the initial setup and editing process seems a little overwhelming. This series of tutorials will lead you through creating, editing, and sharing your new classroom, team, or department website using Google Sites.   Pre-Step:...

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This Weeks Top 5 Chrome Extensions for Education

Chrome is a great browser, and its extensions library makes it even better. With hundreds to choose from, it is easy to get overwhelmed. Listed below are the top 5 chrome extension I use on a weekly basis within the classroom and during lesson planning....

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Instagrok Visual Search

Instagrok is a fantastic visual search tool that can be used safely by students and teachers. With traditional search engines, your search results are often overwhelming, irrelevant, or distracting. The MIND MAP format of Instagrok serves as a great way for students to get started...

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