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Tech Bytes
September 28, 2021
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Application Updates
Flipgrid
New Flipgrid features include:
- Custom backdrops and background blur available now on web and mobile
- Six new Flipgrid lenses
- 30+ fun and expressive stickers
- Hispanic Heritage Month backdrops
- Read more HERE.
Screencastify
Screencastify has been updated and now includes the ability to add interactive questions directly to your videos. There is also an updated Watch page along with Analytics. Read more about these updates HERE.
STEMscopes
STEMscopes is now fixed! The Single Sign On and LTI Integration with Canvas is now working.
Nearpod Updates
Nearpod has great new features introduced for this school year! Drag & Drop lessons and the ability to switch from a Live to Student Paced lesson. If you're new to Nearpod or just need a refresher, check out this Back to School Guide for tips and help on getting started.
Ready to learn more about Nearpod? Join our Professional Development sessions! Register via TeachPoint. (Attendance will be paid at the supplemental rate).
- September 29, 4:00-5:00 pm - Integrating Nearpod and Canvas
- October 6, 4:00-5:00 pm - Nearpod & Digital Citizenship
- October 27, 4:00-5:30 pm - Integrating Nearpod/Google
- November 10, 4:00-6:00 pm - Combo Learning and Personalization with Nearpod
- January 12, 4:00-5:00 pm - Creating for Exceptional Students with Nearpod
- February 9, 4:00-5:00 pm - Social and Emotional Learning with Nearpod
Digital Citizenship will be celebrated in PUSD October 4th-22nd
In order to meet CIPA-Erate requirements, all students must receive instruction in Digital Citizenship. The instruction for meeting E-rate is two simple lessons, but digital Citizenship should be taught throughout the year as well.
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Google
EdTech - Innovative Technology Services
Email: EdTech@pusd.us
Website: pusd.us/its
Location: 351 South Hudson Avenue, Pasadena, CA, USA
Phone: 626-396-3699