lather on the sun screen. history of classroom tech
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LATHER ON THE SUN SCREEN
Classroom Technology Tips and Tricks
HISTORY OF CLASSROOM TECH
BEFORE CLASS STARTS
It’s a good idea to come at least 30 min before class starts
If the computer is on, restart it
Log on, test all equipment and apps
Print handouts – Print to closest Canon printer at NC (must have code). All other campuses you must bring thumb drive or email to the front desk
Call Classroom Tech if needed
Get coffee
BASIC OPERATION OF CLASSROOM EQUIPMENT
Turn on the computer
and log on
User Name: wilmcoll\john.q.smith
Password: same as email
HOW DO I TURN ON THE PROJECTOR ? You should hear a noise,
light should change from orange to green
You may have to walk closer to
the projector
Select the right input
I WANT TO BRING MY OWN DEVICE Pc Laptop to projector
Mac laptop to projector
Ipad
TESTING TESTING, IS THIS THING ON?
Test all of the technology equipment you will be using
Open all of the apps you need for class
Make sure the volume is where you need it for any videos you maybe playing
SOUND CHECK
3 different ways to adjust sound
Speaker Icon – lower left of screen
Projector remote
Amplifier
WHAT IF IT’S NOT WORKING
Don’t panic
Try troubleshooting your problem
Contact the Classroom Technology Department
Contact the nearest faculty development staff
TROUBLE SHOOTING 101
No power / computer will not turn on = red switch
TROUBLE SHOOTING 101
Blue projector screen = try switching inputs on the projector remote
Wrong screen is showing on the projector = windows key + P
No sound
All else fails, restart the computer
Troubleshooting will help keep your class keep flowing
CLASSROOM TECHNOLOGY CONTACT INFO
WHAT TECHNOLOGY IS AVAILABLE ?
http://www.wilmu.edu/techres/services/index.aspx
Email or call the classroom tech department for your campus
And how do I get it?
POWERFUL POINTS
PowerPoint operational tips
Use F5 to start your presentation
Always load your PPT files onto the desktop before class, then remove your thumb drive and put it back in your bag this way you won’t leave it behind
Use a power point remote
Use presenter mode
POWERFUL POINTS
PowerPoint Design Tips
No paragraphs
POWERFUL POINTS
PowerPoint Design Tips
No paragraphs
Pay attention to design
BEGINNER MOTORCYCLES
My personal favorite: the Suzuki Savage
Light weight (~380lbs)
Adequate power (650cc engine)
Low seat height fits most riders
POWERFUL POINTS
PowerPoint Design Tips
No paragraphs
Pay attention to design
Use images sparingly
LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION
Think outside the screen
Have a hook
Ask questions
Modulate, modulate, modulate
http://youtu.be/uhiCFdWeQfA