One File, Two Folders Sometimes, it can be beneficial to have one Google Document in two different folders. Maybe you are meticulous about organizing your files, but you have a file that could easily be in two different folders. This can happen when you are...
Tech Tips
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...
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...
Google Docs Tip
Disable downloading, printing, and copying of any Google Drive file This new option is available for any file stored in Google Drive, including documents, spreadsheets, and presentations created with Google Docs. To enable this feature, open the sharing dialogue from...
Passwords
Passwords: A few thoughts on passwords: Passwords are a necessary evil. Someday, there will be a better system. In the meantime... Although we generally advise against using the automatic save feature in browsers, we understand why some users use them. It is better...
SPAM
Please remember to check your Spam folder in your email occasionally. Sometimes, legitimate email gets "caught" in the Spam filter. This is especially true when a large amount of email is sent out (especially if it includes links). One example would be email that was...
McDonald Hang Out Day.
We are very pleased to work with the wonderful McDonald Staff. We had the opportunity to share a wide variety of techniques. Some staff members learned about using Google Drive, understanding Gmail, posting to iBlog from a phone, organizing iBlog, posting to iBlog,...
Dearborn’s “Pinterest”
Currently in our developmental lab is a project to bring functionality like "pinterest" into Dearborn. You can check it out by visiting Pin It! Let us know what you think.
Sharing
This is a shared document. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1dzZ-Jo2mQ1ErZUh2dxW2X3Oq_rmVtDTNPMh0tGWYHEQ/edit?usp=sharing