ESC 18 - Taco Tech Tuesday

Need a timer, what about a virtual stoplight, how about a random name picker, a QR code generator, or a sound level meter with an alarm? What if you could get ALL of that in 1 place, on 1 screen. Then classroom screen is the application for you! A one-stop-shop for all these useful tools and more. It works as a projectable background screen that you can customize and then place up to 12 different widgets on the screen to help aid, inform, and instruct your class. You've got to try it to see all the things it can do for your classroom. Learn more here.

Everyone needs some fun sometimes and Custom Cursor for Chrome can add just a little bit of fun while working on your computer. Customize your experience of using the Chrome browser with cool free mouse cursors. Or you can even upload your own! Download the Chrome extension here.

Need to cite a website in APA format, no wait I need it in MLA format, or was it Chicago? Utilize this chrome extension and never fret about how to cite a page in different formats. Simply browse to the page you wish to cite and click the button to generate a correctly formatted citation. Then copy-and-paste the citation into your assignment, or add it to your online bibliography for safekeeping until later. Citing references has never been easier. Download the chrome extension here.

Another great writing tool designed specifically for Chroome. Draw, add text, highlight, anything that the typical MS Paint tool does but all on a chrome web page and then have the ability to take a screenshot and save the edited image. Download the chrome extension here to start editing and adding to webpages or images for your classroom here.

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TWTCON (Teach with Tech Conference) is an entirely online professional development experience for K-12 educators using technology in their classrooms. Teachers participate in a wide range of sessions all online that focus on your classroom teaching strategies with technology. Learn cutting-edge technology integration techniques and lessons from experts delivered via video sessions. Sessions start on July 27th and videos of online sessions are available to watch until September 30th. Learn More here. Early Bird tickets are $19.99

Remember to submit a Technology Help Desk ticket for any technology needs or services. Email Technology at help@edlink18.net or call the Help Desk at (432)-561-4321.

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Coordinator of Instructional Technology and Analytics

Email: cenriquez@esc18.net
Location: 2811 La Force Blvd, Midland, TX 79706, USA
Phone: (432)- 567-3249

Chief Technology Officer

Email: critchie@esc18.net
Location: 2811 La Force Boulevard, Midland, TX, USA
Phone: (432)-567-3250