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KIC Start Your Learning - Google Sheets

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Keller ISD Educational Technology ventured into something new this year - KIC Start Your Learning, a YouTube LIVE event.  These are 30 minute sessions on a particular topic offered from 4:30-5:00 pm on scheduled dates. *Keller ISD EQ Credit is offered to those who watch live, participate throughout the event and submit a form for credit verification. Watch our latest event on Google Sheets: Be on the lookout for next year's schedule to come out in the fall!

Read&Write Tip: Simplify Tool

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If you are concerned with students getting distracted while on the web and becoming inundated with ads and links to the point where the content is difficult to read, use Read & Write's SIMPLIFY tool.

More Google Classroom Integrations - Quizlet and Kahoot!

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So not too long ago, we posted about integrating Newsela into Google Classroom with seamless delivery to your students. Guess what? Newsela is not the only tool! There are many educational digital resources that now integrate with content and learning management systems. If you are using a digital resource and wondering, could I deliver this through Google Classroom, you probably can! Here is a quick video highlighting apps that work with Google Classroom. Share Quizlet sets for use all year long through Google Classroom: 1. Create teacher account 2. Choose content or create a set of flashcards 3. Click Share 4. Choose Share on Google Classroom Your students can play a fun Kahoot! in class for review and then practice it at home through Google Classroom, here's how: 1. Create teacher account 2. Search for content or create game 3. Choose Challenge, click Create 4. Share directly on Google Classroom (NOTE: Students can only participate from the app.)       

Are You a Seesaw User?

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Then you need Seesaw's PD in your PJs! Get great Seesaw training, tips and ideas from their webinars held throughout each month. Click here to find Seesaw's monthly schedule.  April's schedule can be found  here  and will not disappoint. Request to become a Seesaw Ambassador here for even more Seesaw training and extra perks!

Read&Write Tip: Dictionaries

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Watch this short video to learn how to use the dictionary and picture dictionary in Texthelp's Read&Write:

Google Sheets - Hidden Treasures

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View the videos below to uncover the Google Sheets hidden treasures... Adding Checkboxes Adding Dropdown Lists

Getting a Jumpstart in Canvas with the KISD Templates

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Watch the short tutorial video below if you would like to JUMPSTART your Canvas course or if you simply want a place to learn or explore. You will learn how to: Create a course shell Find a template in the Commons Import the template into the course shell