Terry's Tech Tips

Google has been working hard on a Gmail revamp.  They have cleaned up the interface to look more crisp and modern while letting you do more without leaving your inbox.  They have added some new features like ' Snooze ', ' Smart reply ',  and ' Nudge ', along with some upgraded security features.  The Gmail upgrade should be available to us in the next few weeks (or days!). Upgraded Inbox Google has created a 'cleaner' look with updated and easier to find buttons.  Along with the visually cleaner interface,  you can now access more Google apps you use like Calendar , Keep , and upgraded Tasks through a sidebar without leaving your email.  Click here for a 'Cheat Sheet'. You can also find attachments quickly, access commonly used button more easily, or Snooze an email.   What does  Snooze do?  Let's say you receive an email which requires more time than you currently have.  You might need to do some research, your res

If you have used a scantron to grade exams in the past, you may have been frustrated with the Scantron availability, speed, accuracy, and data.  Consider using Zipgrade , a free app that leverages the camera in your cell phone! Why Should I use Zipgrade? Quick -  grade your exams as fast as your phone camera scans! Easy to use! Accurate! Cost effective  - 100 scans per month free! Convenient  - grade tests when you want, not when the machine is available! If you change the answer key, Zipgrade re-grade s all exams automatically! Easy to analyze data by student and question! How do I use Zipgrade? Create Account & Download App Navigate to  https://www.zipgrade.com/login/ and create an account. Download the Zipgrade app from the appropriate app store for your phone: App Store Google Play Create a Class While logged into Zipgrade's web application, under the  Class heading, select Add New Class . Name the clas