BiblioTech Learning Space

The BCDS Technology Learning Space provides an opportunity to learn about using various tools for collaboration in the classroom, as well as conduct research for class projects. It is also a place to share related resources and to highlight the many ways in which technology is used to engage students in an innovative way.

Learning to use Google Apps...

Request a Google Apps account at Beaver.
Go through guided activities at your own pace
Master effective collaboration in your classroom
Learn how to effectively use Google Docs in foreign language class
Go through this tutorial on using Noodlebib and Google Docs to insert footnotes
Download quick reference guides for all or some of the Google Apps
Search our repository of how-to resources to answer your "right now" questions

Using multimedia to collaborate and engage...

Create a dynamic audio project, movie, or presentation
Use the latest tools on the web to manipulate your media
Use "copyleft" media like music and image so you don't violate copyright law.
Don't know about Copyleft materials? Learn about Creative Commons.

Exploring the latest tools on the net...

Play and create with emerging tools
Stay connected to Beaver 24/7: Google Apps and Smartphones
Access PowerSchool with your Android or iOS device

Becoming a tech troubleshooter...

Networking Issues
I need to print something at BCDS.
I want to email a group at BCDS.
Request a password reset on your Google Apps account.
Install Closed Captioning on your laptop.
Grab the add-on to save Word docs as .pdf on a pc
Install software for wireless projection.

Read and find...

Search for books in Beaver's library
Browse our Topic Guides to help you begin research
Read blogs for pleasure; think music, fashion, art, food
What book should I read next?
Check out our recommendations for summer reading

Do Digital Research...

Use General Reference Materials as a starting point
Focus your research and find articles in Databases
Explore helpful, vetted websites

Begin work on grade-level projects...

BiblioTech Learning Space

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