Ed Tech Tips & Tricks
Right-clicking on an app in ClassLink LaunchPad serves up some helpful options for customization.
- Set an app to Auto-Launch upon login
- Add an app to your favorites bar
- Add an app to a folder
- Tag apps so you can sort, filter, and search your apps
- Edit your password to update or add a new Password Locker to your app
Along with changing or updating your password for an app, you can add the password and username for an additional account for that same app. Use this feature if you have two Google accounts or need to switch between student and teacher accounts for an app. The next time you log in, a window will appear asking you which login you want to use.
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Make the most of our digital content with Sora! Read eBooks and listen to audiobooks on the go through the app or website. Check out our Sora Learning Page, the videos and support will take you from novice to pro in no time.
It scribes as you speak. Have your students had the blank page syndrome? Use the embedded microphone to get them started. It is also great for taking notes, recording class discussions and reviewing the script to see if everyone is using academic language (tier III vocabulary), quick document generation and more!
To use, go to Tools > Voice Typing > click the Microphone icon