School District 60 | Technology Services

Time to “Dig More” into our Digital Resources

lpetrucci — Tue, 15 Jun 2021 16:53:35 +0000

Check out our updated Digmore Homepage that features tutorial videos on how to search Digmore Resources and ADST MakerSpace ideas. As well, you can easily access the new titles added to our EBooks Collection.

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A quick video introduction to the BC Digital Classroom Collection found in Digmore

lpetrucci — Tue, 18 May 2021 15:47:46 +0000

Check out this short introductory video for educators that highlights the current BC Digital Classroom collection found in our District Digmore Learning Commons.

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Streaming media

rphillips — Mon, 10 May 2021 15:42:19 +0000

While the Ministry of Education does not limit the type of traffic on school networks, it is to note that with only a few exceptions, showing content from subscription based streaming media services in the classroom may be a violation of the terms of service for the account holder. When choosing your streaming resources, please keep in mind that School District 60 has several licesed resources available on Digmore Learning Commons, such as Learn360 and Tig Tag.

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Tig Tag – New Science Resources in Digmore

lpetrucci — Wed, 05 May 2021 17:56:22 +0000

There are some excellent new science based resources hosted on Digmore called Twig, TigTag and TigTag Jr.

Twig is aimed at Grade 6-9, containing 1,000+ award-winning, 3-minute videos that combine visual and adaptive learning, supported by hundreds of lesson plans, visuals, and other classroom resources.

Tigtag is designed for Grade 3-5 and contains engaging videos, visual resources, lesson plans, and quizzes that allow teachers to simplify scientific concepts for students.

Tigtag Junior is aimed at K-Grade 2 and is an online resource for younger children, introducing foundational science in a simple, fun, and engaging way.

Please contact your school teacher-librarian to get sign-up information on how to access these resources or email Laurie at sd60edtech@prn.bc.ca.

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How to log in to Mathletics

lpetrucci — Mon, 26 Apr 2021 16:35:31 +0000

Students in grades 6-9 in School District No 60 have a Mathletics account. Students are able to access their accounts from home using their username and password that was assigned in class. Please check with your child’s school as other grades spans may also have accounts, but this varies by school.

Students need to use their assigned username and password unique to Mathletics NOT their school district email and password. Should a student not have this information, please contact your child’s teacher.

What is Mathletics?

Mathletics is an online math learning space providing students with all the tools they need to be successful learners, both in the classroom and beyond. Content is aligned to BC provincial math curriculum, from Kindergarten through High School, matched with dynamic tools and reporting for teachers. Mathletics supports and caters to each teacher’s unique blend of student-driven learning and teacher-led instruction.

Here is how to log into Mathletics:

Open a browser of your choice and use this link: https://www.mathletics.com/ca/

Click on the sign in button in the upper right corner:

Select Student/School:

The following screen will appear:

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How to access SD60 Digmore Online Library Resources

lpetrucci — Wed, 21 Apr 2021 20:31:34 +0000

Looking for online resources for your students and teachers? Check out Digmore, which is our District Library Resources site.

Click on the following link to get a how-to guide to access the site and the Digmore Logo below to access the resources:

How to access the School District 60 Digmore online library site

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How to Set-up Notifications in Google Docs and Sheets

lpetrucci — Mon, 12 Apr 2021 17:48:25 +0000

Would you like to be notified when edits are made to Shared Google Docs and Sheets? Here is a how-to guide on how to set up Notifications in your Google Drive.

How to Set-up Notifications in your Google Drive

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Find 3D printing resources in Digmore

rphillips — Wed, 31 Mar 2021 20:50:27 +0000

Our school district is experiencing greater interest in 3D printing and many schools now have access to this technology. Tech Services is creating resources to support this learning endeavour. Click the link below to access an overview on 3D printing and some steps to follow to help you get the most out of your 3D printing.

3D Printing Resource from Digmore

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How to use an Epson Bright Link Projector

lpetrucci — Mon, 08 Mar 2021 16:47:42 +0000

Technology Services has created a slide deck to demonstrate how to use the Epson Brightlink Projectors. Please contact Laurie Petrucci, lpetrucci@prn.bc.ca, if you would like further support on how to use these projectors.

Click here for how-to slide deck

Epson Brightink Projectors are able to project three different screen modes – 1) Whiteboard Mode without connecting the projector to a digital device, 2) Interactive Whiteboard Mode – Epson BrightLink connected to a digital device and 3) Interactive Projector Mode – Epson BrightLink connected to a digital device.

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The difference between Chromebooks and Laptops

lpetrucci — Mon, 01 Mar 2021 16:35:33 +0000

It is important as educators to consider the differences between how Chromebooks and Laptops function to support learning. Chromebooks function differently than computers (laptops) or devices that download apps, such as Smart Phones or iPads. Chromebooks generally have 32 gigs of onboard storage (most are only 16 gigs), of which 10 gigs are taken up by the Operating System. Think of a Chromebook as a browser with a keyboard.

As Chromebooks are browser based operating systems, educators should explore and find websites that will foster student learning if they are using Chromebooks. To facilitate easy access to these websites, educators can create a Work Order for Tech Services with the website link included. Tech Services will then push out to these links, in the form of a bookmark, to student Chromebooks.

There are some limited browser extensions that can enhance Chromebook functionality, however it is challenging to find an optimal way to assign them. Since extensions can only be assigned via user, the extensions install each time a student logs in. For example, the extension Google Read and Write is an excellent learning tool, and supports UDL, however, if there are too many extensions attached to a student’s account this will affect the log in time. Extensions load every time a student logs in to that device as the extension is not downloaded and stored on the device.

Extensions are available in the Chrome Web Store (not to be confused with the Google Play Store). Chrome Web Store is for browser based additions whereas Google Play Store supports smart device apps that are specifically designed for touch controls.

For more details on how a Chromebook is different than a Laptop, click here.

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