Today, I had the opportunity to provide insight for teachers who are supporting students with Autism during remote learning. Students with Autism may have unique needs with communication, learning, and social skills. During this session, I was able to share strategies for teachers to implement to help students with autism thrive in the classroom. She will also highlight a few accessibility features found on popular devices that can help remove learning barriers. These strategies will help teachers address common needs and provide guidance for bringing out the best in students with Autism. Click here to view the recording on SimpleK12.
Google Forms is one of the most flexible apps within the Google Drive suite. In this tutorial, Dr. Courtney shows you everything you need to know about creating surveys, and receiving responses. This beginner’s tutorial will have you using Google Forms like a pro in no time.
Yes, you read it right! The game console PlayStation 4 by Sony does work with mouse devices and keyboards. So yes kiddos, learning can continue! You can access Google Classroom now!
This is wonderful news for teachers and parents!
To use a USB keyboard or mouse with PS4
1) Make sure your wireless mouse and keyboard can be found by PS4.
2) On your PS4, open Settings.
3) Go to Devices.
4) Go to Bluetooth Devices.
5) You will be able to see your Bluetooth mouse and keyboard from here. Just pair them up. You may need to enter password to complete the pairing process. Just follow the on-screen instruction.
6) If you want, you can even customize the keyboard and mouse settings as you like. To make it happen, go to Settings and then Devices.
7) Go to either External Keyboard or Mouse as you like.
8) You should be able to see the preference page like this (for keyboard):
Pick your preference for your mouse device as well, and bam, you’ve got your mouse and keyboard all set up!
9) Have a go at using mouse and keyboard on your PS4. Try to use it for searching and browsing for information, you’ll love how convenient it feels.
Connect a wired USB mouse and keyboard to PS4
1) Connect your USB mouse and keyboard to your PS4 via the USB ports at the front of your console. If you’re with older version of the console, you might need to use an external USB hub.
2) Your PS4 should pick up on new devices plugged in. You should be able to use the arrow key to go back and froth and select items on the menu. But there is more that you can do.
3) Use your controller or keyboard to go to Settings > Devices.
Parents we understand that this pandemic has changed the flow of your day to day life and that you never thought that you will be considered the “teacher of record” for your children.
Your kitchen and living room will now become the place for learning.
Debbie Bermeo
Debbie Bermeo, an instructional technology coach in Los Angeles, California curated a list of distance learning resources to help guide you through this time.
