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Using qr codes

Using qr codes. What is a QR Code? How can I create and read a QR Code? How can I use a QR Code in my classroom?. By: Caitlin Harbison. What is a qr code?.

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Using qr codes

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  1. Using qr codes • What is a QR Code? • How can I create and read a QR Code? • How can I use a QR Code in my classroom? By: Caitlin Harbison

  2. What is a qr code? • 1994- QR Codes (Quick Response Codes)- first invented by Denso-Wave, a subsidiary of the Toyota Group, and were used to track parts in the vehicle manufacturing industry. • Two dimensional barcode that can be read using smartphones, iPads, computers etc. • Can be found on food packages, movie billboards, receipts, magazines, textbooks and almost anywhere else! • Link to websites, videos, conversations, texts, coupons, contact information, etc. • Most frequently used for marketing but can also be seen in places such as classrooms or work environments.

  3. How can I create and read a QR Code? • Several websites can convert URL codes into QR Codes. Some websites also allow users to enter information (phone numbers, addresses, pictures, etc.) that can then be converted into QR codes. • Once converted, QR codes can be downloaded and attached to advertisements, books, food packaging, presentations, pictures, phone numbers, resumes etc. • QR Codes can be read using QR Reader’s that must be downloaded onto camera equipped device. • Info. embedded in the barcode image is scanned with iPad/iPhone, Android, PC, etc., which then opens up in a browser.

  4. How can I create and read aqr code? • QR Code Generators: • Kaywa QR Codes- http://qrcode.kaywa.com/ • QR Stuff.com- http://www.qrstuff.com/ • Qurify- http://www.visualead.com/qurify2/en (creates QR codes with image behind it) • QR Code Readers: • iPhone/iPad- QR Reader, Quick Scan, RedLaser… • Android- QR Droid, Barcode Scanner, BarCode Generator/Reader • Desktop Computer- CodeTwo QR Code Desktop Reader, Qrreaderhttp://dansl.net/qrreader/ *Some generators and readers can be found on one tool

  5. Using qr codes in the classroom • Benefits of QR Codes: • Easy to create and read, saves time, enhances learning, provides helpful resources, creates more engaging lessons, provides information to parents… • “Black & White and Scanned All Over” • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ayW032sKtj8&feature=youtu.be • Other Examples: • Put codes inside books and printed material to enhance information (could be good for gifted students). • QR Code with answers embedded can be placed on homework handouts, worksheets, etc. • Scavenger Hunts, Webquests • Advertising school events • Kathy Schrock’s Guide to Everything provides teacher submitted ideas • http://www.schrockguide.net/qr-codes-in-the-classroom.html

  6. Problems with QR Codes in the classroom • No internet access in schools • “No Phone” policy • Few or no iPad’s/other camera equipped devices in classroom • Can be difficult to scan

  7. rESOURCES • Biersdorfer, J. D. Retrieved from http://gadgetwise.blogs.nytimes.com/2 011/03/01/qa-make-a-quick-qr-code/ • Burns , M. (, January). Five reasons i love using qrcodes in [Web log message]. Retrieved from http://www.edutopia.org/blog/using-qr-codes-in-classroom-monica-burns • Jacob, L. (2010). Black and white and scanned all over[Theater]. Available fromhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v= ayW032sKtj8&feature=youtu.be • Schrock, K. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.schrockguide.net/qr-codes- in-the-classroom.html

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