Introduction to Chromebooks - Freehold Borough School District

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Freehold Borough Schools Technology Department November 2013 Introduction to Chromebooks

Transcript of Introduction to Chromebooks - Freehold Borough School District

Freehold Borough Schools Technology Department

November 2013

Introduction to Chromebooks

Getting Started

Students login using their user name along with our domain name:

[email protected] The district has assigned each student with a Google App password.

When you turn on a Chromebook it very quickly brings you to a

login screen.

What if your students cannot remember their password?

Once at the site, select Google Apps Student Accounts Directory (Requires Login)

Tip: make it a favorite

We have a searchable directory of student usernames and passwords for Google Apps that can be found at : www.freeholdboro.k12.nj.us/domain/41

If the username/password obtained from the Google Apps Student Directory does not provide

the student login access, please submit a helpdesk ticket under Google Apps.

Information to include in your helpdesk ticket:● Exact password the directory provided; OR● State that the student information was not

found in the directory. This will help us to keep the directory up to date .

GOOGLE APPS STUDENT DIRECTORY(located on district website under the technology page)

The first time a student logs on to the Chromebook it will prompt the student to select a picture for their account.

Customizing Student Account:

•It is a browser and nothing more than a browser.

•Everything happens in the browser.

•There is no software.

•But there are Apps.

•There is not a C: drive or an H: drive.

•But there is virtual storage called: Google Drive.

•You won't find Word, Excel, or Powerpoint.

•But you will find Docs , Sheets and Slides. (aka) Documents, Spreadsheet and Presentation

What to Expect:

Google Drive

Chrome

Additional Apps

Chrome: is an internet browser likeInternet explorer .

Additional Apps: When you sign out the Chromebooks please take some time toexplore the additional Apps .

Google Docs is easier than ever on a Chromebook !

From the Welcome Screen Click and open Google Docs It will open directly

into a blank document . If the assignment is a document the student can begin.

If you want to open your drive click this icon.

If you want to create. Select create and choose your app. If you want to open or read what you have in your drive, select it .

Our students do not have active email addresses. The addresses are used

for Google login and share only.

When YOU share a document with your

students, please make sure that you uncheck

the box: Notify people via email

Printing Procedures: If you require your students to print a document they have created, please have your students share the document with you. Once it’s shared with you, you must download the document and print it to the MFP installed on your laptop.

Some Fun Stuff:

How : Click on the Apps icon and type in

files

Tip : From files you can drag it to your Google Drive and use it in your

documents.

It Has a Camera!

Click on the apps icon and type camera.

Arrange the object in front of the chromebook

and click the camera icon .

Photos can be edited and are also stored in the “Files” App. You can drag them to your Google Drive to use in your documents or presentations .

Chromebook Care to Share with Your Students:

● Be gentle when plugging in and unplugging.● Always unplug before removing from cart.● Carry the Chromebook closed, with two hands.● When not in use, close to save the battery.● Be sure to log off when done using.● Do not put pressure or anything heavy on a

closed Chromebook (can damage the screen).● Remember: The Student Acceptable Use Policy

applies to the Chromebooks.

Unplug the power cord from the Chromebook BEFORE taking the Chromebook out of the cart.

When done, put the Chromebook back in the cart and then plug the power cord back in to charge.

Unplugging and Plugging in the Chromebooks

Cart ProceduresNow that you have completed the Chromebook training, you will receive an email in your inbox that we have shared the Chromebook Cart Calendar with you.

Each Chromebook Cart Contains:30 Chromebooks for PAE 30 Chromebooks for FLC 33 Chromebooks for FIS

Please use the shared calendar to secure the date & time you will be borrowing the cart for use. Do not send students for the cart and please return the cart with all the chromebooks plugged in and ready for someone else to use them.

Questions?

Technology Dept. Contact Info:

Jennifer Donnelly, Supervisor [email protected]

Laura Wrensen, IT Technician: [email protected]

Antonio Ferreira, IT Technician: [email protected]