Allyson Dewar Technology Integration Specialist Oakland Schools

  Quick Response Code.  A machine-readable code consisting of an array of black and white squares, typically used for storing URLs or other information. This code can be read by a device.  Where have you seen them?  Cups from fast food, water bottles, clothing, advertisement flyers, business cards, real estate flyers, restaurants, stores, movie posters…even tombstones! What is a QR Code?

  Eliminate Frustration  Direct Route/Saves Time  Easy to Create and Use  Engages People  Changes Normal Routine  “Real World”  Personalized Learning  Sense of Mystery  Creative Way to Share Info Why QR Codes in the Classroom?

  Assignment help  Spicing up books in your classroom library  Extend textbooks/lessons  Scavenger hunts  Grading  Student work  Discussion/reflection cubes  Learning stations  Check answers Examples for the Classroom

  Advertise school events  Create interactive bulletin boards  Spice up your class newsletter  A look into your classroom  Introducing the school on back to school night  Welcoming new students  Stations in gym class  Library assistance Examples for the School

  Get an app that can scan  Obtain a URL for whatever it is that you would like to attach to a QR code  Put the URL into a QR code generator website  Keep track of your QR codes How do I create QR Codes? Yes, it is that easy!

  Devices are coming for the elementary…iPads!  Allow students to BYOD. They can share or take turns.  Start off with ideas that include parents and community members. (interactive bulletin board, advertising school events, linking student work, promoting your class website etc.)  Some schools ask for donations from parents and community for old smartphones. I Don’t Have iPads in My Classroom!

  Create a QR Code to promote your class website and hang it outside your classroom.  Advertise a class/school event.  Have a bulletin board? Spice it up with a QR Code!  Go to  Create a free account  Get a URL  Generate a Code  Print it off, make it look pretty and display! What can I Create Today?

 More Info on QR Codes Scan this QR code to go to the Oakland Schools Tech Integration Website for more info on QR codes!