Instructional Technology
Chrome Extensions
Description
Extensions are small software programs that can modify and enhance the functionality of the Chrome browser. They do not take you out the current site you are working on, but rather work within that site to add useful features.
How to use
How to use
Top Chrome Extensions for Educators
#1 Share to Classroom
Save time and create a more interactive class with the Share to Classroom extension. The extension allows you to push webpages to any of your Classroom classes, so they open instantly on your students' computers. With this extension, you can get your students on the right page, quickly and reliably every time. You can also post announcements, create assignments, or save webpages to post to Classroom later.
***Students will also need to add the extension.***
#2 Google Dictionary
"With this extension, you can:
1) Double-click any word to view its definition in a small pop-up bubble.
2) View the complete definition of any word or phrase using the toolbar dictionary.
3) Store a history of words you've looked up, so you can practice them later.
***Foreign words are automatically translated to your language of choice.***"
#6 Crafty Text
"This extension allows the user's text to be displayed on screen on top of a web page in large type
**Only works on top of web pages, so first load a webpage like www.google.com then click the CT in the extensions bar**"
#7
#7 AdBlock for Youtube
"Install Adblock for Youtube™ now and all the Pre-Roll Ads on Youtube™ are gone, forever! The enhanced Adblock removes any ad videos shown before your video as well.
About Permissions & Privacy:
like all ad-blocking extensions we need the following permissions to remove ads on embedded videos in any website. Any video adblock detection happens on your computer and we do not see or track any of your browsing history."
#9 EquatIO
"Until now, writing equations and math expressions on your computer has been slow and laborious. EquatIO makes math digital, helping teachers and students at all levels create math expressions quickly and easily. Type or handwrite virtually any mathematical expression directly on your keyboard or touchscreen. There’s no need for any complicated code or programming languages. EquatIO instantly turns your thoughts into clear, accurate on-screen formulas. When you type ‘sq’, it knows that you mean ‘square root’. And it listens, too. When you dictate a formula aloud, EquatIO is smart enough to ignore ‘umms’, ‘errs’ and other unwanted non-math words."
#10 Talk & Comment
"Make voice notes and comments on any site or app! This free extension lets you record and send voice notes on all sites, including Google Docs. Voice notes can be played even if you don't have the extension installed."
This is a wonderful tool to use with student feedback on Google Docs. Instead of typing out your comments, you can easily leave a voice comment to be played back later.
#11 Google Translate
"View translations easily as you browse the web. Highlight or right-click on a section of text and click on Translate icon next to it to translate it to your language. Or, to translate the entire page you're visiting, click the translate icon on the browser toolbar ."