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Using Google Meet

The two videos below deal with using Google meet. The first video deals with creating a Google meet in real time and getting the meeting details. Video 2 looks at using Google Meet in more depth:      Scheduling a meeting      Recording a meeting      Presenting content      Checking settings

Testing Using Google Forms

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As we move towards Term 5, think about how you will track student progress. NTC's Google Forms area has 5 templates which can be used to develop your own tests: Open the template Rename it to fit your subject/test Modify the questions to your subject/test Send students a link or place it in your Google Classroom area as an assignment  Link to Google Form Testing  Templates Question types covered: Multiple Choice Short answer Paragraph Dropdown Checkbox Upload files

Using Sound

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There are a number of ways in which students can provide evidence of learning. Voice, ie them answering questions in audio format, are a useful way of checking understanding and giving a more creative way of showcasing. There are a number of apps available, notable amongst them is Audacity Audacity is free and easy to use. Even better than that are the range of online voice recorders such as https://online-voice-recorder.com/ This online platform requires no installation, no sign-up and no conversion. Simply hit the microphone icon to start and stop and then download. Even has a pause facility for those coughs and squeaks. Ideal for a podcast. Here's a short video on how to use it: