Welcome! I will be presenting several types of technology that can be used in both the classroom and the library. With each type of technology, I will be giving a few examples of ways this technology can be implemented.

We will be looking at 4 specific technologies:
Haiku Deck is used for presentations
I-nigma is used to create QR codes
Jing is used to capture images or videos
Macrolab and Sphero is a device used for students to practice coding.

Haiku Deck, found at haikudeck.com is a free technology that allows you to create presentations or decks. This site already has several decks already created for a variety of topics, as well as having several templates created, like for curriculum night.

Here is an example that you can use in an English class, that has already been created for Writing Informational Stories. (Go to site.) This link, which you can access through my presentation will take you to this exact lesson. This lesson takes students through the process by asking them to create a list of their interests. Then they need to ask questions. Research! When researching, it is vital that you keep track of your sources, as you will need to cite them in your work. Plan it out - list your chapter titles, create a flow chart, etc. These steps are vital for students planning to take the Writing SOL in both 8th and 11th grade as they will need to be able to set up a draft. Write about it! What did you learn? What do you want to share? Can you add anything else to your story, like graphics? Maybe a table or a chart. Share your information - using wonderful tools, like Haiku deck! This lesson would align with the English 8 SOL Standard 8.7 where students will be able to write in a variety of forms, including informational. (3 minutes - pausing on each slide to let the audience read.) Using your personal device or computer, take a moment to check out some of the pre-created presentations. (3 minutes)

Similar to PowerPoint, Haiku Deck has several layouts you can use. You can import your own pictures, or find them on the web, however, Haiku Deck has a database of pictures that can be used for backgrounds. Every picture in this presentation was found on Haiku Deck.

One of the problems with PowerPoint is making sure to save it every time you change something. You also have to make sure there is a way to transport it back and forth from home and school. Since Haiku Deck in based online, it can be used both at home and school simply by logging into your free account. It also saves every few seconds, so nothing will be lost.

Here is an example of a picture of an interment camp from Haiku Deck, beginning a presentation created by my imaginary student, Joe Schmo. (30 seconds)

So, what about teachers? Well, as I said, this wonderful technology is all about presenting. And what is it that teachers do? We present! One of the things that I really enjoy about this, is again, the pictures! I have made every single one of these slides different, but have kept the pictures matching with the theme of each slide. We are always concerned about keeping the attention of our students, whether it be kindergartners, seniors, or teachers like you! Yes, sometimes the constant changing can be tedious, but not with this program. I am going to show you, very quickly, how easy it is to create a background. First, we are going to the website again, www.Haikudeck.com. Since I am already signed in, I am just going to click on create a new deck, and wait for a moment for it to load. On the left hand side, you will see the different formats and things you can add in (like YouTube videos if you have Pro!) The second design is the pictures. What would you like on your background? (Take suggestions, type it in.) See how many options there are? You can pick your favorite and all it took was 3 seconds! (3 minutes.)

Once completed, your presentation can be shared through many options, including Wordpress (Blog), Facebook, or even embedding the file. You can also export the file into PowerPoint or to a pdf file.

I-nigma is a website that allows you to create QR codes. The codes can be used with older students who have their own phones, or with younger students who have devices provided by the school. QR code readers can be downloaded for free from the Apple Store or the Google Play Store.

This link will take me to the QR code that is visible behind the text. Unfortunately, Haiku Deck will let me import the QR code, but will not allow me to format it, so they whole picture is not showing. This QR code will take you to my Blog, which gives more information about different types of technology I have tried.
http://encode.i-nigma.com/QRCode/img.php?d=https%3A%2F%2Fchconwell.wordpres...
This QR code is also available on Blendspace.

QR codes can be great for both the classroom and the library. You can create a scavenger hunt for your students to learn where to find things. You can use it to link to certain websites. I have online textbooks for my classroom, so I will have a QR code embedded into my Blackboard page for easy access to the site. The same QR code will be printed and posted in my classroom. For new books in the library, QR codes can be posted with them to give a summary and reviews. I've also used QR codes in the classroom for problem solving. Each QR code has a number above it. When students scan the QR codes, and they will get a math problem which they have to answer. The answer corresponds to another QR code. It is a great interactive classroom activity. One last way to use QR codes is to set it up to connect to a survey where data can be gathered.

Jing is another free download that has many uses. Jing can capture images from your screen and allows you to edit them. If you have text or an image that you can not copy, Jing can help. Often in math, we have formats that we are unable to copy, but with Jing, we can copy the information.

Jing also has the ability to create videos. However, these are different from your regular videos, these videos show what you are doing on your computer. This technology is great to explain steps to students. This is quick video I created to show how to use a database on the ODU Library site.
http://www.screencast.com/t/tQCW5tQfBKB

MacroLab is another free downloadable application. MacroLab is the app used to creating the coding used to make Sphero move. Sphero is small robotic ball. Using the MacroLab, students can code Sphero to move. This can be used for any course. In English, students can create a story for Sphero to follow. In science and math, Sphero can be used for practice with coding. Students need to learn that mistakes are acceptable, and this is a great way to do it. With Sphero, students learn by trial and error. It takes a long time to get the Sphero to do what you want, you have to play with angles, speeds, and timing. One little change in the coding can make a big difference with Sphero. This video will show you a coding exercise that I did with a group of other teachers. It took us several hours!
https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B3N2zFe8Nk4ZTWpsV2t3VEI4Z1U

Does anyone have any questions that I can help you with or anything that you'd like to share?
You can feel free to contact me at any time at the email address on your screen. I've also made this presentation available on Blendspace.

I know that everyone doesn't have access to Spheros in their school. And even if they do, they may not have enough for every student. So, what do you do? Well, there are several options. Kahn Academy has several lessons on code, some that you can even do without a computer. Bu if you are anything like me, you want something more hands on. So, if you go to www.code.org, you can try coding for yourself. Take a few moments to try this out! (5 minutes)