I''m a huge fan and user of Google Apps for Education and Chromebooks and have written about them at length here. v=dWDI_249CFY&feature=youtube_gdata_player Why Chromebooks for Education https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MeSBorbRZOA&feature=youtu.be MORE
Android has come to Chromebooks and is available on EDU Domains! This opens up a whole new world of possibilities with Chromebooks, adding thousands of great apps, features and capabilities. id=org.ck12.simulations Chrome Apps for Touchscreen Chromebooks https://goo.gl/3UX0He MORE
August , 2017 For those of you using Chromebooks in their instruction, the chart below is a great resource to keep handy. The chart is based on insights collected from Chromebook Help. As is the case.read more. Repost MORE
Looking to deploy Chromebooks in your district or school? Here are some tips and resources: Read through the Official Chromebook Deployment Guide from Google first. Plan ahead before you deploy - here are some tips and things to consider: My Google Webinar on Going Google/Chromebooks includes some things to consider and check, for example your wireless capacity, before deploying Chromebooks. Decide which Chromebook you want to use. MORE
We had a cart of Chromebooks to use for the day. Signing into Chromebooks is easy; signing out seems to be very difficult. School administrators can configure Chromebooks to auto lock when the lid is closed. Admin Console chromebook MORE
Google Apps for Education and Chromebooks have become truly awesome resources for schools and Google just keeps improving them. Here are some of the recent announcements: Android apps are coming to Chromebooks! some Android apps have already been available for use on a Chromebook. With this new announcement, the Google Play Store and most of it's app will work with Chromebooks. See this link for full details on which Chromebooks will get this and when. MORE
Here is some info about the Chromebooks and steps to take for issues/errors encountered. NOTE: Java does not work on Chromebooks. Java is a major security hazard and Chromebooks are very secure. Most of the Java based sites are moving to HTML5 which works on Chromebooks. Remember, if this is the first time you are using that Chromebook, you have to click "add user" and add your user account info. If you need to remove a user from a Chromebook, do not login. MORE
Vernier, makers of very popular sensors and data collection systems, have just released their free Graphical Analysis app for Chromebooks. This addresses a huge need for schools using Chromebooks, and one obstacle that kept some schools from adopting Chromebooks. This app was specifically designed for Chromebooks and allows you to collect and share scientific data using Chromebooks. Link ® to Chromebook’s USB port for data collection. MORE
I am a heavy user of Google Apps including Chrome and Chromebooks. These are the extensions that I use and feel are some of the best and most useful and consider a must have for all Chromebook users. Great tool for using videos on a Chromebook. MORE
Chromebooks are very powerful, and very useful, devices. Vernier is a huge name in data collection tools for science and math and they have been working to support Chromebooks for some time. There are two different ways you can use their tools with Chromebooks. MORE
Reflector2 is a wireless streaming product that works with iOS, Android and even Chromebooks that allows teachers and students to share their iPads, Android tablets and Chromebooks to the big screen wirelessly, from anywhere in the room. Android chromebooks iOS presentation MORE
Chromebooks are getting more and more popular in education, the workplace and at home. UPDATE: They also work offline, contrary to popular belief: Tips and Resources for Using Chromebooks offline Here is some proof: 1. Google Apps and Chromebooks Web App Recommendations - a whole lot! MORE
Chromebook Tips Deana Hubbell tweeted out that she was having her littles explore Chromebooks with a scavenger hunt that uses my template. The post Chromebook Scavenger Hunt appeared first on Teacher Tech. Chromebook Google Intermediate Sheets templates chromebook google sheets templateI added a few additional challenges to the spreadsheet. Share this challenge with students. As they accomplish each challenge they will mark an X in column A. MORE
Benefits of Google Apps and Chromebooks https://www.google.com/edu/ How does Google Apps and Chromebooks compare to Apple or Microsoft inside the classroom? Google Apps and Chromebooks are extremely easy to use. Schools using Chromebooks have great experiences with limited issues or concerns. Google Classroom resources for Educators Why Should Schools go with Google Apps and Chromebooks? chromebooks GAFE/Chromebooks tips google Google for Educators MORE
May 9, 2017 For those of you using Chromebooks in their instruction here is a collection of some good applications to try out with your students. Chromebook apps my freebiesThese are tools that will enable you to: create.read more. MORE
Google Apps for Education and Chromebooks are very popular with education for many reasons, one of which is the ease of management and deployment. Google Apps and Chromebooks Web App Recommendations - a whole lot! Guest Mode - allows a user to access the Chromebook without an account. MORE
Next week I will be launching the Chromebook Classroom podcast to explore how Chromebooks are impacting education. 01 | Cyrus Mistry - Group Product Manager, Android & Chromebooks for Education ep. chromebook podcast MORE
If you use a Chromebook, you are also using Google Apps and Google Drive as your file storage. This is another app that makes Chromebooks even more useful. chromebooks dropbox GAFE/Chromebooks tips Google for Educators MORE
Google recently announced the new version of it''s flagship chromebook , the Chromebook Pixel. And, I''m guessing many others would if they understand Chromebooks. Most of the articles seem to think that Chromebooks aren''t as powerful or as useful as a Windows laptop or Macbook. MORE
Early Access to Android for Chrome An early release of the Google Play Store for Chrome was expected to come to three devices in June: the Asus Flip, Acer R11, and Chromebook Pixel. I am super excited about having access to new tools that were previously unavailable on Chromebooks (e.g. MORE
Today John Sowash @rsowash talks formative assessment, multimedia, and the must-have apps for Chromebooks. Today he gives us five ideas to amp up our Chromebook classroom. We’re giving away two copies of John’s book The Chromebook Classroom. MORE
Chromebooks are getting more and more popular which means they are more ripe for theft. There are some features and tips for protecting your Chromebooks. This means that if the Chromebook is stolen, there are no files for the thief to access. MORE
Everyone who reads this blog knows I'm a huge fan of Chromebooks , especially for education. Tinkercad is a completely web-based, 3D CAD system that works on Chromebooks. Two more things Chromebooks can do! Related: What can you do on a Chromebook? MORE
Holly Clark has a great article with some great apps for Chromebook classrooms. chromebooks gafe google applications It has an interactive image of the apps. As you hover over the app icon, it gives short description. MORE
Here are some resources and tips for using Chromebooks even without an internet connection. It will sync to their account when the Chromebook gets a network connection. Chromebooks beyond the cloud: Everything Chromebooks can do offline: [link] Offline Apps. MORE
The Chromebook Classroom by John R. Sowash For the past year I have been working on my first book - The Chromebook Classroom. The Chromebook launched in 2009, and it was horrible! I was an early user of the first Chromebook, the CR-48. chromebook #GAFE MORE
Chromebooks are very easy to use, but there is a learning curve for some people as it does do things differently. This is useful for anyone from the tech newbie to teachers and students first learning to adapt to a Chromebook. chromebooks GAFE/Chromebooks tips Google for Educators MORE
Google Apps and Chromebooks App Recommendations and Substitutions Here is a list of Google Apps and Web Apps to use. Suggestions for extensions/apps to be preloaded on Chromebooks Edmodo Google Keep - notes and lists Evernote Web Adblock Plus Evernote Web Clipper WeVideo - Video Editor and Maker GeoGebra math app Read&Write - reading support EasyBib Desmos Graphing Calculator A to Z of Google Services https://docs.google.com/viewer?srcid=0B6dF7rWxc-5aMGMyanRsMW5DbzQ&pid=explorer&efh=false&a=v&chrome=false&embedded=true MORE
Chromebooks - apps recommendations and substitutions Many “apps” made for iOS and Android aren’t meant to be used as apps on a Chromebook, anymore than they would be on a Mac or Windows device. Find more here: Google Apps and Chromebooks Web App Recommendations - a whole lot! chromebooks GAFE/Chromebooks tips Google for Educators Web Applications MORE
Acer’s newest Chromebook 11, N7 C731T with touchscreen, is ideal for educational purposes. Techlearning Resources MORE
Neverware, a startup that has developed a software product, CloudReady , in partnership with Google, which turns almost any computer from the last 8 years into a full-fledged Chromebook. Imagine being able to use that old PC or Mac you have lying around as a Chromebook. MORE
Touchscreen Chromebooks are becoming more popular, and flip models like the Acer C738T are also getting popular. These Chromebooks open up some more options and features for students. Here is a short list of apps that are great for touchscreen Chromebooks: --. MORE
Educators are presented with so many device options for the classroom, but recently, Chromebooks have gained momentum. More and more districts are moving to Chromebooks as a cost effective option to put technology in the hands of more students. Chromebooks Intel MORE
I have worked with all sorts of digital devices in my own classroom — desktop computers, laptops, Chromebooks, iPads, student cell phones and a variety of others. Hands down, the best experience for me has been Chromebooks. MORE
It has tons of resources about Chromebooks and Google Apps for Education. Some of it is specific to the school district it was created for, but there are some great resources there that work for anyone, including using Chromebooks in class, activities, lesson ideas and more. Check out the Chromebooks Livebinder here. chromebooks Google for Educators I recently found this great Livebinder in a discussion on Google+. MORE
I''m a huge believer and user of Chromebooks in education. Even with the huge popularity of Chromebooks, there are still a lot of people who don''t understand them or think that they can''t do a lot of things. chromebooks Google for Educators Microsoft Windows 7 MORE
I’ve shared lots of favorites during SimpleK12 webinars in the past and today I focused on how students and teachers of all ages can create movies on a Chromebook! Spark… The post Movie-Making on Chromebooks: Simple Steps for Getting Started appeared first on Class Tech Tips. MORE
Chromebooks are beyond popular in schools and the Google Admin Console provides a lot of great features and information. But, one thing that is missing is a way to get a full inventory of all of your Chromebooks, with information such as OS version, MAC Address, SN and more. MORE
“How can I use Chromebooks in my classroom? The Chromebook is an amazing classroom tool, but most teachers are only using a fraction of their potential. Starting July 15, 2017 I am leading three virtual courses on teaching with Chromebooks. chromebook MORE
Chromebooks and Google Apps are excellent assistive technology (AT) that help students with special needs access curriculum and information. Chromebooks allow students to access curriculum while avoiding their triggers. What can you do on a Chromebook? MORE
I put together a list of 5 fun pranks that you can pull on your staff and students who are using Chromebooks: Google home page swap Cenafy your Chromebook Prank Wallpaper NOPE April 1 prank toolkit extension Fill out the form below and I will send you everything you need to win April 1! MORE
Back in May of 2012, I wrote about Google Chromebooks and how they were great for education. Two and a half years and 11,000 Chromebooks later, I stand by this even more. Our district has over 11,000 Chromebooks deployed in grades 3-12. Here''s why I recommend Chromebooks: inexpensive - average cost, with laser etching, Chrome management and setup is around $310 per device. You can also view, edit and create Office documents right inside Google Drive on a Chromebook. MORE
Writing early drafts of The Chromebook Classroom We even met together in June of 2015 to work on this project together. Today, I am excited to officially announce the release of The Chromebook Classroom , the first detailed exploration of the use of Chromebooks in the K-12 classroom! MORE
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Ditch That Textbook
MAY 22, 2017
I have worked with all sorts of digital devices in my own classroom — desktop computers, laptops, Chromebooks, iPads, student cell phones and a variety of others. Hands down, the best experience for me has been Chromebooks.
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FEBRUARY 8, 2017
Android has come to Chromebooks and is available on EDU Domains! This opens up a whole new world of possibilities with Chromebooks, adding thousands of great apps, features and capabilities. id=org.ck12.simulations Chrome Apps for Touchscreen Chromebooks https://goo.gl/3UX0He
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MARCH 17, 2016
Touchscreen Chromebooks are becoming more popular, and flip models like the Acer C738T are also getting popular. These Chromebooks open up some more options and features for students. Here is a short list of apps that are great for touchscreen Chromebooks: --.
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MARCH 17, 2017
Today John Sowash @rsowash talks formative assessment, multimedia, and the must-have apps for Chromebooks. Today he gives us five ideas to amp up our Chromebook classroom. We’re giving away two copies of John’s book The Chromebook Classroom.
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Chromebooks are very easy to use, but there is a learning curve for some people as it does do things differently. This is useful for anyone from the tech newbie to teachers and students first learning to adapt to a Chromebook. chromebooks GAFE/Chromebooks tips Google for Educators
Educational Technology Guy
MAY 1, 2015
Chromebooks are beyond popular in schools and the Google Admin Console provides a lot of great features and information. But, one thing that is missing is a way to get a full inventory of all of your Chromebooks, with information such as OS version, MAC Address, SN and more.
Educational Technology Guy
FEBRUARY 11, 2015
Chromebooks are getting more and more popular in education, the workplace and at home. UPDATE: They also work offline, contrary to popular belief: Tips and Resources for Using Chromebooks offline Here is some proof: 1. Google Apps and Chromebooks Web App Recommendations - a whole lot!
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Educators are presented with so many device options for the classroom, but recently, Chromebooks have gained momentum. More and more districts are moving to Chromebooks as a cost effective option to put technology in the hands of more students. Chromebooks Intel
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Chromebooks are very powerful, and very useful, devices. Vernier is a huge name in data collection tools for science and math and they have been working to support Chromebooks for some time. There are two different ways you can use their tools with Chromebooks.
Educational Technology Guy
JANUARY 9, 2015
It has tons of resources about Chromebooks and Google Apps for Education. Some of it is specific to the school district it was created for, but there are some great resources there that work for anyone, including using Chromebooks in class, activities, lesson ideas and more. Check out the Chromebooks Livebinder here. chromebooks Google for Educators I recently found this great Livebinder in a discussion on Google+.
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Holly Clark has a great article with some great apps for Chromebook classrooms. chromebooks gafe google applications It has an interactive image of the apps. As you hover over the app icon, it gives short description.
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DECEMBER 18, 2014
I''m a huge believer and user of Chromebooks in education. Even with the huge popularity of Chromebooks, there are still a lot of people who don''t understand them or think that they can''t do a lot of things. chromebooks Google for Educators Microsoft Windows 7
The Electric Educator
JULY 6, 2017
“How can I use Chromebooks in my classroom? The Chromebook is an amazing classroom tool, but most teachers are only using a fraction of their potential. Starting July 15, 2017 I am leading three virtual courses on teaching with Chromebooks. chromebook
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JANUARY 16, 2015
Here are some resources and tips for using Chromebooks even without an internet connection. It will sync to their account when the Chromebook gets a network connection. Chromebooks beyond the cloud: Everything Chromebooks can do offline: [link] Offline Apps.
Educational Technology Guy
DECEMBER 17, 2014
Back in May of 2012, I wrote about Google Chromebooks and how they were great for education. Two and a half years and 11,000 Chromebooks later, I stand by this even more. Our district has over 11,000 Chromebooks deployed in grades 3-12. Here''s why I recommend Chromebooks: inexpensive - average cost, with laser etching, Chrome management and setup is around $310 per device. You can also view, edit and create Office documents right inside Google Drive on a Chromebook.
Educational Technology Guy
MARCH 3, 2015
I''m a huge fan and user of Google Apps for Education and Chromebooks and have written about them at length here. v=dWDI_249CFY&feature=youtube_gdata_player Why Chromebooks for Education https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MeSBorbRZOA&feature=youtu.be
Educational Technology Guy
MARCH 31, 2015
If you use a Chromebook, you are also using Google Apps and Google Drive as your file storage. This is another app that makes Chromebooks even more useful. chromebooks dropbox GAFE/Chromebooks tips Google for Educators
Educational Technology Guy
MARCH 13, 2015
Google recently announced the new version of it''s flagship chromebook , the Chromebook Pixel. And, I''m guessing many others would if they understand Chromebooks. Most of the articles seem to think that Chromebooks aren''t as powerful or as useful as a Windows laptop or Macbook.
The Electric Educator
AUGUST 2, 2017
We had a cart of Chromebooks to use for the day. Signing into Chromebooks is easy; signing out seems to be very difficult. School administrators can configure Chromebooks to auto lock when the lid is closed. Admin Console chromebook
Educational Technology Guy
FEBRUARY 9, 2015
I am a heavy user of Google Apps including Chrome and Chromebooks. These are the extensions that I use and feel are some of the best and most useful and consider a must have for all Chromebook users. Great tool for using videos on a Chromebook.
Educational Technology Guy
APRIL 21, 2015
Reflector2 is a wireless streaming product that works with iOS, Android and even Chromebooks that allows teachers and students to share their iPads, Android tablets and Chromebooks to the big screen wirelessly, from anywhere in the room. Android chromebooks iOS presentation
The Electric Educator
JULY 8, 2016
Early Access to Android for Chrome An early release of the Google Play Store for Chrome was expected to come to three devices in June: the Asus Flip, Acer R11, and Chromebook Pixel. I am super excited about having access to new tools that were previously unavailable on Chromebooks (e.g.
Educational Technology Guy
DECEMBER 15, 2015
Benefits of Google Apps and Chromebooks https://www.google.com/edu/ How does Google Apps and Chromebooks compare to Apple or Microsoft inside the classroom? Google Apps and Chromebooks are extremely easy to use. Schools using Chromebooks have great experiences with limited issues or concerns. Google Classroom resources for Educators Why Should Schools go with Google Apps and Chromebooks? chromebooks GAFE/Chromebooks tips google Google for Educators
Educational Technology Guy
MAY 23, 2016
Google Apps for Education and Chromebooks have become truly awesome resources for schools and Google just keeps improving them. Here are some of the recent announcements: Android apps are coming to Chromebooks! some Android apps have already been available for use on a Chromebook. With this new announcement, the Google Play Store and most of it's app will work with Chromebooks. See this link for full details on which Chromebooks will get this and when.
Educational Technology Guy
FEBRUARY 10, 2015
Chromebooks are getting more and more popular which means they are more ripe for theft. There are some features and tips for protecting your Chromebooks. This means that if the Chromebook is stolen, there are no files for the thief to access.
techlearning
MARCH 30, 2017
Acer’s newest Chromebook 11, N7 C731T with touchscreen, is ideal for educational purposes. Techlearning Resources
Educational Technology Guy
OCTOBER 16, 2015
Neverware, a startup that has developed a software product, CloudReady , in partnership with Google, which turns almost any computer from the last 8 years into a full-fledged Chromebook. Imagine being able to use that old PC or Mac you have lying around as a Chromebook.
The Electric Educator
JANUARY 5, 2017
Next week I will be launching the Chromebook Classroom podcast to explore how Chromebooks are impacting education. 01 | Cyrus Mistry - Group Product Manager, Android & Chromebooks for Education ep. chromebook podcast
Educational Technology Guy
JANUARY 20, 2015
Vernier, makers of very popular sensors and data collection systems, have just released their free Graphical Analysis app for Chromebooks. This addresses a huge need for schools using Chromebooks, and one obstacle that kept some schools from adopting Chromebooks. This app was specifically designed for Chromebooks and allows you to collect and share scientific data using Chromebooks. Link ® to Chromebook’s USB port for data collection.
Educational Technology Guy
APRIL 23, 2015
Here is some info about the Chromebooks and steps to take for issues/errors encountered. NOTE: Java does not work on Chromebooks. Java is a major security hazard and Chromebooks are very secure. Most of the Java based sites are moving to HTML5 which works on Chromebooks. Remember, if this is the first time you are using that Chromebook, you have to click "add user" and add your user account info. If you need to remove a user from a Chromebook, do not login.
Educational Technology Guy
JULY 16, 2015
Chromebooks and Google Apps are excellent assistive technology (AT) that help students with special needs access curriculum and information. Chromebooks allow students to access curriculum while avoiding their triggers. What can you do on a Chromebook?
Educational Technology Guy
AUGUST 26, 2015
Chromebooks - apps recommendations and substitutions Many “apps” made for iOS and Android aren’t meant to be used as apps on a Chromebook, anymore than they would be on a Mac or Windows device. Find more here: Google Apps and Chromebooks Web App Recommendations - a whole lot! chromebooks GAFE/Chromebooks tips Google for Educators Web Applications
Class Tech Tips
MARCH 11, 2017
I’ve shared lots of favorites during SimpleK12 webinars in the past and today I focused on how students and teachers of all ages can create movies on a Chromebook! Spark… The post Movie-Making on Chromebooks: Simple Steps for Getting Started appeared first on Class Tech Tips.
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AUGUST 8, 2017
August , 2017 For those of you using Chromebooks in their instruction, the chart below is a great resource to keep handy. The chart is based on insights collected from Chromebook Help. As is the case.read more. Repost
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MAY 8, 2017
May 9, 2017 For those of you using Chromebooks in their instruction here is a collection of some good applications to try out with your students. Chromebook apps my freebiesThese are tools that will enable you to: create.read more.
The Electric Educator
NOVEMBER 17, 2016
Writing early drafts of The Chromebook Classroom We even met together in June of 2015 to work on this project together. Today, I am excited to officially announce the release of The Chromebook Classroom , the first detailed exploration of the use of Chromebooks in the K-12 classroom!
Educational Technology Guy
JANUARY 12, 2015
Google Apps and Chromebooks App Recommendations and Substitutions Here is a list of Google Apps and Web Apps to use. Suggestions for extensions/apps to be preloaded on Chromebooks Edmodo Google Keep - notes and lists Evernote Web Adblock Plus Evernote Web Clipper WeVideo - Video Editor and Maker GeoGebra math app Read&Write - reading support EasyBib Desmos Graphing Calculator A to Z of Google Services https://docs.google.com/viewer?srcid=0B6dF7rWxc-5aMGMyanRsMW5DbzQ&pid=explorer&efh=false&a=v&chrome=false&embedded=true
Educational Technology Guy
APRIL 29, 2015
Google Apps for Education and Chromebooks are very popular with education for many reasons, one of which is the ease of management and deployment. Google Apps and Chromebooks Web App Recommendations - a whole lot! Guest Mode - allows a user to access the Chromebook without an account.
The Electric Educator
MARCH 13, 2017
I put together a list of 5 fun pranks that you can pull on your staff and students who are using Chromebooks: Google home page swap Cenafy your Chromebook Prank Wallpaper NOPE April 1 prank toolkit extension Fill out the form below and I will send you everything you need to win April 1!
The Electric Educator
JULY 2, 2016
The Chromebook Classroom by John R. Sowash For the past year I have been working on my first book - The Chromebook Classroom. The Chromebook launched in 2009, and it was horrible! I was an early user of the first Chromebook, the CR-48. chromebook #GAFE
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