1. 50 Timesaving Tech “Hacks” for Educators
Presented by: Dr. Danielle Bond
Have nice relaxing music playing

2. How much time could you save if you had an assistant?

3. Tech Hack #1 www.doodle.com Scheduling Website
Schedule multiple people for a common time
Web-based
Teachers

4. Tech Hack #1 www.doodle.com Scheduling Website
Schedule multiple people for different days & times
Example: Parent – teacher conferences
Web-based

5. Tech Hack #2
Use Voice Activated Technology such as Okay Google or Hey Siri
It can send text messages while you are busy

6. Tech Hack #3 Use Okay Google & Hey Siri
It can read text messages back to you before you send!

7. Tech Hack #4
Use Okay Google & Hey Siri
It can read incoming text

8. Tech Hack #5 Use Okay Google & Hey Siri
Create reminders when you are busy

9. Tech Hack #6 Use Okay Google & Hey Siri
Set timer & alarm for you while you teach

10. Tech Hack #7
Use Okay Google & Hey Siri
It does math

11. Tech Hack #8
Use Okay Google & Hey Siri
Can help you with directions

12. Tech Hack #9
QR Readers such as Red Laser

13. Tech Hack #10
Tiny Scanner

14. Tech Hack #11
Google Earth

15. Tech Hack #12
iMovie- Make a Trailer

16. Tech Hack #13
Upload videos from phone to One Drive, Google, or AirDrop for easy sharing

17. Tech Hack #14
Amazon Gift Card

18. Tech Hack #15
Guided Access
Keeps iPad locked on one app

19. Proof x
TECH as Poof Reader

20. Tech Hack #16
Text to Speech Software
Natural Reader Free
Web-based

21. Tech Hack #17 Use Assistive Technology Text-to-speech options
Speak selection on iOS

22. Tech Hack #18
Use Assistive Technology

23. Tech Hack #19 Use Dictation To spell words
For alternative method for expressive language

24. Use Tech to Assist with Planning

25. Digital Lesson Planbook
Tech Hack #20
Digital Lesson Planbook
Web-based

26. Tech Hack #21
Color coded schedule
Web-based

27. Tech Hack #22
Add Standards to Lesson Plans
Web-based

28. Tech Hack #23
Add Attachments to Lesson Plans
Web-based

29. Tech Hack #24
Copy & Move Lessons
Web-based

30. Tech Hack #25
Share Lessons
Web-based

31. Tech Hack #26
Tracks Standards Covered
Web-based

32. Tech Hack #26
Does your mapping
Web-based

33. Tech Hack #27
Access to Your Lesson Plans Everywhere
Web-based

34. Tech Hack #28
Use an “Air Mouse” to present your lessons

35. Use Tech to Assist with Sound

36. Tech Hack #29
Use a Portable PA System - Wireless

37. Tech Hack #30
Portable PA System – Plays Music
Rechargeable Battery

38. Tech Hack #31 Bluetooth Music Any school event Festivals
Baseball games
*Family camping trips

39. Tech Hack #32
1/8 to 1/8

40. Tech Hack #33 Create Playlist with Concentration Music
Brewer, Chris Boyd. "Johns Hopkins University School of Education Music and Learning: Integrating Music in the Classroom." Johns Hopkins University School of Education Music and Learning: Integrating Music in the Classroom. N.p., Web. 28 Nov <

41. Tech Hack #34
Voice Memo

42. Tech Hack #35
Projector screen saver with relaxing music

43. Use Tech to Assist with Photos

44. Tech Hack #36
Save Photo Message on Lock Screen

45. Tech Hack #37
Burst Photo

46. Tech Hack #38
Edit Photos

47. Tech Hack #39
Google Photos
Free Photo Storage
Web-based

48. Tech Hack #40
Take photos of great ideas

49. Tech Hack #41
Video- Step by step process

50. Use Tech to Save Time After School

51. Tech Hack #42
Order take out
Save restaurant’s phone #

52. Tech Hack #43
Order take out
Pay before

53. Tech Hack #44
Find Friends

54. Tech Hack #45
Audible

55. Tech Hack #46
Phone charge faster when turned off

56. Tech Hack #47
Turn off notifications to save battery

57. Tech Hack #48
Keep a drawstring bag in bag with earbuds, a charger, and portable charger.
Great Present Idea

58. Using Tech to Get to Places Faster

59. Tech Hack #49 Consider Ridesharing Such as Uber or Lyft
Can save money if paying for parking
Makes life easier

60. Tech Hack #50
WAZE
Free community-based traffic and navigation app

61. Extra Random Tech Hacks!

62. Tech Hack #51
Beginning of the day – Open up a tech Ticket

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