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=Discussion Bits from Inservices=

Background
This page is dedicated to hot topics that surface during our inservice workshops. They're often sidebars started by 1 but that interest many. Following is a sampling (latest on top). Check back often for updates.

Popular websites by subject
List of elementary websites

Online Storage/File sharing
Dropbox.com is a free, easy-to-use online storage system. The online storage (2GB) is coupled with a download of a small application and shortcut to your PC. This allows you to drag/drop files on your PC and sync files online automatically. You also have the capability of sharing folders with friends. It is reputable, safe, and convenient. An interactive tour and demo are available if you like that sort of thing. We've been using it collaboratively for months and have shared it with lots of colleagues.

Grant Writing
DonorsChoose.org is an online charity that makes it easy for anyone to help students in need. They receive great reviews on their grant writing process being simpler and faster than some.

Microsoft Office for $9.99
Fort Zumwalt School District employees my purchase Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2010 for $9.99*.
 * **NOTE:** FZSD employees need 10 digit Program Code. Contact the Tech Dept. at DAO (636.240.2072).

Free Online Versions of Microsoft Office programs
Use Microsoft Web Appsto access free online versions of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote.
 * **NOTE:** This is a Windows Live service. A Windows Live ID is required.

Keyboard Shortcuts
Shortcuts for Windows will show you tips on how to copy/paste, print, etc. with just a couple of keystrokes. They'll help you avoid drilling deep into menus for common functions.


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Display Orientation
To fix a sideways computer screen with little hassle, click **Ctrl+Alt+Up Arrow**. //NOTE: Play with it. Each arrow makes the computer monitor display face another direction.//

[|http://smarttech.com]
 * Download SMART Notebook software at: **

1. Click “software downloads” link in lower, right-hand corner 2. Under “SMART Notebook software”, click “Windows operating system” link 3. If you’re using a SMART board: 4. If you’re not using a SMARTboard and just want the software (much faster download):
 * Scroll down and click “Download” button
 * Scroll down and click “download SMART Notebook software only” link

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 * //A product key is required to acivate SMART Notebook 10 (during the download or the first time you launch the software).//
 * Fort Zumwalt employees may enter the following product key: NB-AEBS2-DAE95-7PN2R-F2ASM
 * //To obtain a product key specific to your district, building, and/or product, see your building administrator or visit// //[]////.//

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 * View free interactive SMART tutorials at: **

1. Click “Free learning resources” link on left 2. Look for SMART Notebook software 10 and more!