Chromebooks
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Chromebook State Testing - Usage, Prep, & Troubleshooting
Keywords: Chromebook, Testing, Troubleshooting Aliases: State Test Prep Chromebook State Testing - Usage, Prep, & Troubleshooting Usage: The Secure Test Browser App is launched from the main Chromebook login screen: Prep: The main requirement for using the SecureTestBrowser is that the Chromebook must be on at least ChromeOS v102. The ChromeOS version can be checked from the main Chromebook login screen, towards the top of the screen (highlighted in red below): If the Chromebook is on a version below ChromeOS v102, it is worth checking for updates, unless the Chromebook is a Dell model 3120. The 3120's are not receiving updates anymore and will need to be swapped out by your Librarian. Checking for ChromeOS Updates: Sign into the Chromebook At the bottom right, select the time Settings . At the bottom left, select About ChromeOS. Under "Google ChromeOS," find which version of the Chrome operating system your Chromebook uses. Select Check for updates. If your Chromebook finds a software update, it will start to download automatically. Identifying the Dell 3120 Chromebook model: 1. One giveaway will be that the device will not update past ChromeOS v102 when checking for updates. 2. If you look on the bottom cover of the Chromebook, it will say 'Reg Model P22T' 3. Here are pictures of the 3120: Troubleshooting: Generally, most issues will be software or ChromeOS related and can be fixed with a simple reset. Instructions for this process: Press and hold Esc ++ and tap the Power until a yellow exclamation point (!) is displayed. If the Chromebook is a Lenovo 100e Chromebook 2nd Gen MTK (Look on the bottom of the Chromebook near the PSD barcode to find out which model you have) - it will take you to a screen that says "Please insert a recovery USB stick or SD card" - Press Ctrl + Alt + D to get to the next step. Press Ctrl + D to begin the reset, then Enter when prompted for the "os is broken or missing" message. A red exclamation point is displayed. When the transition completes, press the spacebar, then press Enter to return to verified mode. Good as new, the Chromebook will reboot. After the "Let's Go" button, You'll need to connect the Chromebook to the internet and accept chrome's agreements before signing in. If at school, connect to PSD-Open, if at home, connect to home WiFi. If performing these steps at school, the Chromebook will then automatically change to psd-closed after logging in. If you do not see "Enterprise Enrollment" at the top of the logon page. Or if the Chromebook was locked to an account, or not originally enrolled. DO NOT LOG IN WHEN PROMPTED, instead, press CTRL + ALT + E at the logon screen. Otherwise if you see "Enterprise Enrollment" continue to step 7. If you accidentally log in here, you will need to go back to step 1. Log in to the "Enterprise Enrollment" screen with your email address. You will be taken to the PSD Central Login, use your standard PSD credentials. When prompted for asset information and location, press "Skip" The Chromebook should now go back to the standard login screen, "This device is managed by edtools.psd401.net" A restart may be necessary before logging in. If the Chromebook is still having issues using the SecureTestBrowser after performing a reset, it should be swapped out with the Librarian and a Chromebook Repair Form should be created.
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How do I update my Chromebook with Gopher Buddy?
Keywords: Gopher Buddy Update Chromebook Aliases: ChromeOS, While the Chromebooks are set to automatically download and apply new updates directly from Google, you may see an alert regarding updates coming from the “Gopher Buddy”. The Gopher Buddy is a tool that Tech Services has deployed to assist with this process. The instructions below will walk you through how to manually check to see if a Chromebook needs an update. 1. Open Chrome After a Student logs into a Chromebook, launch Google Chrome. 2. Select Gopher Buddy Launch the Gopher Buddy extension. It is located at the top right of the browser window. 3. Update from Gopher Buddy After launching Gopher Buddy it will automatically check to see if your device needs updates. If any are found, click "Fix It". 4. Update Google Chrome OS After running Gopher Buddy Ab out Chrome will launch. Select restart to complete the update process. Note: If restart is not listed select "Check for updates", then restart the device. Note:
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Helperbird - Troubleshooting Chromebook Accessibility Issues
Keywords: Helperbird, Extension, Chrome, Accessibility, Settings, Chromebook, Student Device, Large Font, colored screen Aliases: Web Browser, Google, Extension, Helperbird is a Chrome Extension that adds a ton of great accessibility features for students. With that being said, it can often get "stuck" in the setting or have effects that make the device difficult to use. This article will label a couple different troubleshooting steps that will fix these issues. 1). Identify Helperbird Extension in the Chrome Extensions and click on it. (It will have a red "off" banner if Helperbird is Off, and it will have a green "on" banner if Helperbird is on): 2). Toggle Helperbird from off to on and back, or from on to off and back. The off/on toggle is located at the top of the Helperbird extension page. This will hopefully fix most issues with Helperbird, however, if you are still experiencing an issue, proceed on to step 3. 3). If you are still experiencing problems, the next step is to "Delete Everything". Click on the Settings Icon (looks like a gear): Click on "Account": In the bottom of the first box, click "Delete Everything"
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DRC INSIGHT Testing on a Chromebook
Keywords: DRC INSIGHT, Testing, Chromebook Aliases: Test Chrome How to access the DRC INSIGHT testing app on a Chromebook The DRC INSIGHT kiosk app is available on all student District Chromebooks. It is used for online Keystone, PSSA, and WIDA tests. A kiosk app appears ONLY on the sign-in screen. The student must SIGN OUT of the Chromebook in order to see the app. To sign out of the Chromebook, click the menu by the clock and choose Sign out: Once the student signs out, they will see a menu of kiosk apps in the system tray on the sign-in screen. The student must select the DRC INSIGHT Online Assessment app to launch it and take the test: You may see a loading screen for a few seconds while the app loads. PLEASE WAIT until the app loads and the choice appears for which test you will be taking. For Keystone and PSSA tests, please choose Pennsylvania as your testing option. For WIDA tests, please choose WIDA. You will then be placed at the testing home screen, where you have access to Classroom Diagnostic Tools, WIDA Screener (for WIDA), practice tests, or the option to sign in to take a Keystone, PSSA, or WIDA test online. Follow instructions from your teacher regarding which option to choose and what username and password to use (if applicable) to begin testing. After the test is complete, you can exit the kiosk app by clicking the exit button, and sign back into a Chromebook user session.
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How to Print QuickCards for your Students
clever badges, quick cards, clever This guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to print QuickCards for students. If a student LOSES their QuickCard: How to Replace a Lost QuickCard How to use QuickCards: How to use QuickCards Navigate to QuickCards: 1). Navigate to your PSD Portal 2). Click your "BackPack" symbol at the bottom of the screen. It is called "My Classes" 3). Click on the class you want to print QuickCards for Printing individual cards: 4). Click on the student that you are printing a QuickCard for 5). With this window open, you will see the student's QuickCard. Press "Print" Printing multiple cards (or even your whole class): 6). Select multiple students at once using the check boxes on the side of the students. With your students selected, click on "Manage Selected" 7). Alternatively, you can click manage all if you are printing the whole class 8). Click "Print" (Note: You may need to click "Generate" if this is the first time printing QuickCards for your Class)
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How to use QuickCards to Login to a Chromebook!
Keywords: Chromebook Quickcard Login Aliases: Sign in quick card It has never been easier for a Kindergartener or a 1st Grader to login to their Chromebook! Step by Step Guide: 1). Click on "Sign in with Quick Card" 2). It will pull up the window "Login with QuickCard", and you'll see yourself in the camera. 3). Simply hold up the QuickCard with the QR Code facing the camera, and it will log the student in!
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How to Replace a Lost Quick Card
Keywords: Classlink, Quickcards, QR codes, Student Login, Reset, Replace Aliases: Classlink Quick Card, Clever Cards If a student loses their QuickCard, it is important that it is not only replaced, but also reset. This is to ensure the security of the student's account. Navigate to QuickCards: 1). Navigate to your PSD Portal 2). Click your "BackPack" symbol at the bottom of the screen. It is called "My Classes" 3). Click on the class the student is in that needs their QuickCard replaced 4). Click on the student that you are replacing a QuickCard for 5). With this window open, press the "Reset" button above the student's QuickCard 6). Press "Confirm" 7). After pressing confirm, you will actually see the QR Code change. You can go ahead and click anywhere on the screen to exit out of the "Generate All QuickCards?" window. 8). You NEED to print the student a new QuickCard. The physical copy the student lost/misplaced/broke will not work anymore. 9). Select "Print"
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Accessing a .zip file in Google Drive (ChromeOS)
Keywords: zip, google drive, unzipping, .zip, zipped There is a simple solution for accessing .zip files in your Google Drive, on a Chromebook, that doesn't involve any 3rd-party Software. Problem: You are not be able to unzip / extract .zip files, from your Google Drive, while using Chrome (web browser) as shown in this screenshot: Solution: Using the built-in 'Files' app that is pre-installed on all Chromebooks. Step 1: Open the Files app, shown below: Note: If you don't see the Files app in your Dock, it can be found in ChromeOS Applications (the circle off to the left): Step 2: In the Files App: - Click 'My Drive' - clicking Google Drive works as well (1) - Find the .zip file (2) - Right-click (or hold alt + left-click) > then click 'Extract all' (3) The extracted file or folder will show in your Google Drive, and is now accessible/unzipped:
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Installing Vernier Graphical Analysis and Spectral Analysis on Student Chromebook
keywords: Vernier, Graphical Analysis, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Science Aliases: Vernier If the students don't have Vernier Graphical Analysis installed on their Chromebooks already, you can have them add it as an app. We don't have it to where it is automatically pushed yet. To install Vernier Graphical Analysis on a student Chromebook, click this link: https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/vernier-graphical-analysi/dncgedbnidfkppmdgfgidcepclnokpkb To install Vernier Spectral Analysis on a student Chromebook, click this link: https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/vernier-spectral-analysis/neagmanoonoaijlnipjppnjknalpodmi You can also paste these links into a Schoology assignment to have your students download the app ahead of time. Please have them follow the instructions below to finish the installation process: 1). Click the blue "Add to Chrome" button in the top right corner. Wait for it to install 2). This places the application in the applications portion of the Chromebook. To find, have the student click the start menu icon in the bottom left (looks like a circle on the Chromebook). They will then be able to scroll for or search for the Venier apps. 3). Activate the license key for Graphical Analysis by typing it into the portion circled in the screenshot below. The window displayed in the screenshot should automatically pop up when the student starts the app. Eric Wogelmuth (GHH) and Ty Newton (PHS) have the Licence keys for their schools. Spectral Analysis does not require a license key.