May 28, 2014

343 – Sunny Day for Google Play

1 hour 5 minutes

This week on WELSTech we welcome sunshine in the form of semi-regular classroom technology correspondent Jason Schmidt who shares his knowledge of Google Play for Education and Google tablet management. We also hit the jackpot in terms of listener reviews and share several solutions to assist with learning a new language.

The interview and discussion:

Managing Google Tablets – Martin and Sallie are joined by WELSTech edtech guest host, Jason Schmidt (a.k.a. Mr. Sunshine), Technology Coordinator for Bennington ISD. Jason gives us a behind the scenes tour of the Google Play for Education store and answers questions from viewers about managing Google tablets through the Google Apps for Education administration panel.

Google Play for Education

Training Resources

Nexus 7

Listener reviews:

Staying Fit With Tech by Tim Gielbelhaus

Evernote for Ministry by Pastor Emile Burgess

Lubuntu by Jimmy Pautz

Share a helpful resource that makes a difference in your ministry, and you will be entered to win a Nexus 7. Deadline for entry is May 31, 2014.

Tech tips:

Complete Guide to Using the Correct Charger or Power Adapter (and What Happens If You Don’t)

Follow MLC Weather and Webcam on Weather Underground

Phone Photography – Zoom with your feet!

Picks of the week:

Auto Awesome photos in Google+

WeVideo

Duolingo – Watch the creator, Luis von Ahn, present the idea at TedX

Community feedback:

Word Lens and all of the supplemental language packs are free

Coming to WELSTech this summer … “The Great WELSTech Wiki Revival”

Lunatik

Where to Find Images For Your Church’s Website

Google’s Classroom: A Sneak Peek

Google’s Interactive Account Manager

Fiverr.com

Paperless Church discussion on the WELSTech Listserve

Coming up on WELSTech:

Episode 344 – WELSTech goes on the road to Kettle Moraine Lutheran High School in Jackson, WI as Martin and Sallie bring you live coverage of the Tech & Teach event. (Broadcast date – 06/03/14)