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Google Docs Update – Columns now available

Google Docs Update – Columns now available

Well, I'm surprised by this one. Google Docs has seen a recent update that brings columns as an option. Now, you can format your Google Docs with up to three columns. Simply pick "Columns" from the Format menu item. *Note, select text to mix multiple and single...

Open Books over the break

Open Books over the break

Many of our students love to read. However, they may not be able to get to the library. Dearborn has brought Open eBooks into the district via a federal grant. At this point, students need to use a mobile device to access the Open eBooks. Here are the directions....

SPAM and Phishing

SPAM and Phishing

'Tis the season. That's right the Holiday season brings an uptick in Malware, SPAM and Phishing attempts. (Phishing attempts are emails that try to "trick" you into clicking on a link and/or stealing your credentials). The following information should help you stay...

Google Update with AutoCrat

Many people are using AutoCrat to share information or create mail merges automatically. This is a fantastically efficient way to share information. Please be aware that Google has just made a change that may effect these forms. If you automatically collect user...

Open eBooks

Open eBooks

Open eBooks is a mobile app that provides thousands of popular and award-winning books free for students in Title I schools. These eBooks can be read without checkouts or holds. Students enrolled in Title I schools can download Open eBooks and access books for free...

Free October PD

Upcoming October Professional Learning Each course is 3 weeks long, with two live webinars (in the evening).  First week of the month is rolling enrollment and pre-readings; Webinars begin second week.  All courses below will be eligible for 6 SCECH credits, pending...

Chromebook Sign out button

Chromebook Sign out button

In order to make signing out easier for students, we've added a red "Sign out" button along the bottom of our Chromebooks. Students should use this to sign out when they are done. Google Admin Set up: *I've received a few requests on how to do this. If you are a...

Monitoring Chromebooks

Introducing HiveSchool. HiveSchool is a connected learning application that lets teachers provide an engaging, collaborative and effective learning experience for their students. The application enables teachers to present digital content to the class, monitor student...

Tip: Using headphones with Chromebooks

Some students have complained that a headset (headphones) won't work with a Chromebook. Usually, there is a very easy fix:   When using a headset with a Chromebook, the user may need to specifically choose the headset. In other words, by default the Chromebook...