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QR Codes in the Classroom

What is a QR Code?

QR stands for Quick Response.  A QR Code is very similar to a bar code. They can contain text, links (to web sites, videos, files), and much more.  QR Codes are safe to use in the classroom. Students only access what you tell them to via the QR Code.

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QR Code Generators

Need an app to scan QR codes?

iOS devices with iOS 11 or higher can use the camera app to scan QR codes.

QR Reader by Scan: Free Reader-with no adds

Safely Share YouTube Videos- great for QR codes and sharing through Google Classroom 

      • Paste the URL of the YouTube or Vimeo video into the site and it will  generate a link to view the video free of ads, comments and related videos.**Free Account required** Use your Portnet Google to login
      • Instructions on how to use SafeShare

How to Share Google Files through a QR Code  

How to Create a QR Code Checklist

How to Create a QR code that Plays your Voice!

How to scan a QR code on a Chromebook

Create your Own Videos with Screencastify- record your screen and audio