Thursday, May 4, 2023

Tech Tips and News for May 5, 2023

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by wuestenigel is licensed under CC BY 2.0.
As you are all aware, we implemented 2 factor verification with all Google accounts last year. But you may wonder why we did that...beyond it being a requirement of our cybersecurity insurance.  The 2FA article below explains why it is more secure than just a password in "non-techy" terms. It also explains why you should use it on any account that has a credit card or bank account attached to it. I realize that for many, it's just an additional inconvenience. We really need to get beyond thinking about convenience first and security second. Anything that connects or interacts with the internet or WiFi is at risk. I encourage you to arm yourself with a little bit of security knowledge and a healthy dose of skepticism. If you add a new internet-connected device in your home, such as a smart speaker or doorbell, make a point of looking at the privacy policies, and learning how to set it up so it's secure and cannot be hacked. Do the same with your online accounts, and check privacy policies and terms of use before using any new apps or online services. 

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The Best Free PC Antivirus Software

The Best Free PC Antivirus Software, from ZCNet by Charlie Osborne and Ed Bott
If you're looking for somthing beyond Microsoft's built in antivirus, here's a list of free options. 

Here's Why You Should Use Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)

Here's Why You Should Use Two-Factor Authentication (2FA), from How-To Geek by Jason Fitzpatrick
Password hacking and identity theft have become so common now. You should use it on as many online accounts that offer it. Learn why to embrace it instead of resent it - in laymen's terms.

Google Day of Learning - May 18th

MACUL is hosting Google Day of Learning on May 18, 2023, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm in Lansing. FriED Tech is sponsoring this session, and their training sessions are always full of engaging, helpful tips. Topics covered include high impact teaching strategies, accessibility, practical magic, organizing Drive and favorite app mashups and extensions. Find out more or register here. 

MLA and APA Provide Guidance for Citing Content Created by AI

MLA and APA Provide Guidance for Citing Content Created by AI, from Free Technology for Teachers by Richard Byrne
Once we, and our students, begin using AI, how do we cite research done with ChatGPT, BingChat or Google Bard? Both MLA and APA have issued guides. 

How to Send Password-Protected Emails in Gmail

Use Confidential Mode to send sensitive emails.

How to Convert a PDF Document to a Google Doc

Need to edit a PDF? Upload it to Drive and open it as a Google Doc.

A Round-up of 15 AI Resources Created Without Using AI

A Round-up of 15 AI Resources Created Without Using AI, from Free Technology for Teachers by Richard Byrne
Create content, cite sources, AI detectors, video creation and student feedback are all covered in this post. 

10 Ways Curipod Engages Your Students with AI

Cuirpod will create an interactive slide presentation for you. Interactive slides include polls. word clouds, open-ended questions, drawings and Q&A slides. This free tool will take your topic, and create a presentation that you can tweak as needed. You'll run the presentation on the classroom projector, and students will be able to interact from their chromebooks. 

The 5 Biggest Risks of Generative AI, According to an Expert

It's always inportant to balance the benefits and the risks.
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