Massac Tech Ed

A Chrome extension  that I have used over the last couple of weeks is the Data Saver . According to Google, Chrome's Data Saver "reduces data usage by using Google servers to optimize pages that you visit." While it saves data, it also loads pages faster in some cases. During my use of it, I have noticed about 8-10% data savings. The image below shows my last 7 days usage on a Chromebook with Data Saver enabled (click image to enlarge). With Data Saver turned on, there may be some fuzziness to certain images or other minor issues. You can check out information about that here . The Data Saver is also available on Android devices through the Chrome app. While it is turned on an Android phone or tablet, it also turns on Chrome's Safe Browsing Technology  to help keep you safe online. The Data Saver is not available for iOS devices at this time. For me, the biggest benefit is that some pages load faster. According to my numbers on it, popular sites like Amazon

Do you have a project that you need to SHOW your students where to click, drag, type, etc.?  You can make a tutorial "worksheet" that shows your step-by-step using screenshots.  If you have a smartphone you probably already are familiar with the process.  If you are on a computer (Windows or Chromebook or whatever) the process is different.  You may even want to edit out or condense some of the captured image before using it on your tutorial. Capturing an image from the screen to use on a document is easier than you would think.  This link is a great visual tutorial for you to see how to save something from your screen onto a document. www.take-a-screenshot.org The website has various tabs to correspond with the type of device you are using. What if you want to capture a video, not just an image?  Try using Jing:   www.techsmith.com/jing.html Now, go make a tutorial for your next project!