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| name = Use a Chromebook effectively | |||
| summary = Some getting started tips on Chromebooks. | |||
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| for_students = Y | |||
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| cat1 = Classroom Technology and Systems | |||
| cat2 = Chromebooks | |||
| maintained = PS | |||
| year = 2021-2022 | |||
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===Step 1: use the Chrome browser=== | |||
The Chrome browser is great for things like -- Gmail, Drive, and other web services. | |||
===Step 2: use Android apps where appropriate=== | |||
Use Android apps as well -- they fill in the gaps when web apps aren't effective. But be aware that Android on Chromebooks is still in beta, so things might get a little crashy. Experiment and let people know what you find. | |||
===Step 3: use our recommended apps (plus any great ones you find)=== | |||
For examples on how teachers at RCS are using the chromebooks, please visit [http://blogs.riverdale.edu/lit blogs.riverdale.edu/lit]. | |||
{| class="wikitable" | |||
!Purpose | |||
!App | |||
!Type | |||
!Description / Details | |||
|- | |||
|PDF - read or annotate | |||
|Kami | |||
|Chrome | |||
|Free app that integrates with Google Drive. Kami allows you to mark up PDFs with your finger or a stylus. It's also great for just reading. | |||
|- | |||
|Record on a whiteboard | |||
|Explain Everything | |||
|Android | |||
|Records what you write and say. | |||
|- | |||
|Schoology | |||
|learning.riverdale.edu | |||
|Web | |||
|The Android app is quick but doesn't work as well on a Chromebook as the web version. Only install the Android app if you want Chrome OS alerts to show up. | |||
|} | |||
'''Need more help?''' Check out the Chromebook Handy Dandy Notebook [https://drive.google.com/file/d/0BwBgYe8BO1ArYWFEaGtxem9aZDQ/view here]. '''Please download the file to your device before opening it with Kami.'''{{Chromebooks}} | |||
Latest revision as of 10:38, 29 September 2021
 | Some getting started tips on Chromebooks. |
|---|---|
 | Intended for Employees and Students |
 | Categorized under Classroom Technology and Systems and Chromebooks |
 | Maintained by Peter Saunders |
 | Up-to-date for the 2021-2022 school year. |
Step 1: use the Chrome browser
The Chrome browser is great for things like -- Gmail, Drive, and other web services.
Step 2: use Android apps where appropriate
Use Android apps as well -- they fill in the gaps when web apps aren't effective. But be aware that Android on Chromebooks is still in beta, so things might get a little crashy. Experiment and let people know what you find.
Step 3: use our recommended apps (plus any great ones you find)
For examples on how teachers at RCS are using the chromebooks, please visit blogs.riverdale.edu/lit.
| Purpose | App | Type | Description / Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| PDF - read or annotate | Kami | Chrome | Free app that integrates with Google Drive. Kami allows you to mark up PDFs with your finger or a stylus. It's also great for just reading. |
| Record on a whiteboard | Explain Everything | Android | Records what you write and say. |
| Schoology | learning.riverdale.edu | Web | The Android app is quick but doesn't work as well on a Chromebook as the web version. Only install the Android app if you want Chrome OS alerts to show up. |
Need more help? Check out the Chromebook Handy Dandy Notebook here. Please download the file to your device before opening it with Kami.
Other articles about Chromebooks:
| Article | Summary |
|---|---|
| Set up a Chromebook | Some getting started tips on Chromebooks. |
| Replacing a Chromebook Stylus and/or Charger | Where to purchase replacements |