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In this step-by-step tutorial, learn the top most effective classroom management strategies while running your class in a Microsoft Teams meeting. Timestamps 00:00 Introduction 00:45 Make students wait in lobby 03:29 Manage student permissions 05:34 Mute mics for all students 06:21 Use hand raises for questions 06:50 Download attendance report during meeting 07:25 End meetingContinue reading “How to Control Class Meeting in Microsoft Teams”

In this step-by-step tutorial, learn how to get started using Open Broadcaster Software. OBS is an extremely powerful and versatile screen recorder and allows you to stream to services like Twitch, Facebook, and YouTube. Additional resources: Download OBS: http://www.obsproject.com Timestamps 0:00 Introduction 0:29 Download & install OBS 0:59 Auto configuration wizard 4:11 Modify streaming &Continue reading “How to use OBS for Screen Recording or Streaming – Beginner Tutorial”

In this step-by-step tutorial, learn about the top new features in Zoom Video Conferencing, including PowerPoint slide virtual background, Video Filters, Noise Suppression, end-to-end encryption, and much more. Additional resources: Zoom homepage: http://www.zoom.us Timestamps 00:00 Introduction 00:19 Check for updates 00:50 PowerPoint as virtual background 02:20 Share multiple windows 03:11 Multiple users can share simultaneouslyContinue reading “All the Top New Features in Zoom”

In this step-by-step tutorial, learn about the top 5 best free screen recorders. These screen recorders are free, show no watermarks, have no recording limits, and allow you to export at high quality levels. I personally use OBS as my screen recorder for all my YouTube videos. Additional resources: XBOX Game Bar: Comes pre-installed onContinue reading “Top 5 Best Free Screen Recorders – no watermarks or time limits”

In this step-by-step tutorial, learn how you can use the new breakout rooms in Microsoft Teams. Use breakout rooms to break into small groups during meetings. You can open and close rooms more than once during a session or move participants between rooms. Only meeting organizers can create and manage Breakout Rooms. Additional resources: MicrosoftContinue reading “How to use NEW Breakout Rooms in Microsoft Teams”

In this step-by-step tutorial, learn the top 20 best tips and tricks in Zoom Video Conferencing. For example, create your own custom virtual background, have your video appear over PowerPoint slides, use video filters and effects, spotlight your mouse cursor, and many more. 👋 Additional resources: – Top new features in Zoom: https://youtu.be/WjwZTRve3Zc – TranscribeContinue reading “Top 20 Zoom Tips & Tricks”

In this step-by-step tutorial, learn the top 15 best tips and tricks in Google’s Gmail. For example, undo send an email, schedule sending email, use templates to respond quickly, apply a dark theme, and many more. Additional resources: Gmail: http://mail.google.com Timestamps 0:00 Introduction 0:18 Undo send 1:51 Schedule send 3:20 Templates 5:03 Customize your addressContinue reading “Top 15 Gmail Tips & Tricks”

In this step-by-step tutorial, learn how you can create your own custom function in Microsoft Excel using Lambda. Additional resources: Access the Excel spreadsheet that I used if you’d like to follow along: https://1drv.ms/x/s!AmxrofZZlZ-whKdvV… Timestamps 0:00 Introduction 0:55 Become an Office Insider 1:56 Formula vs. function 3:37 Create basic function 8:09 Create more complex functionContinue reading “How to use LAMBDA to make Custom Functions in Excel”

In this step-by-step tutorial, learn how to Mail Merge using Gmail together with Google Sheets. This solution to mail merge is free. Additional resources: Get Mail Merge spreadsheet: https://developers.google.com/gsuite/… Gmail Daily Recipient Limits: https://developers.google.com/apps-sc… Timestamps 0:00 Introduction 1:06 Get Mail Merge spreadsheet 1:54 Choose location for spreadsheet 2:19 Prepare spreadsheet for Mail Merge 4:50 PrepareContinue reading “How to Mail Merge in Gmail & Google Sheets (for free)”

In this step-by-step tutorial, learn how you can get FREE Fortnite VBucks using Microsoft Rewards. With Microsoft Rewards, you earn points or rewards for searching on Microsoft Bing. With your rewards, you can trade them in for an XBOX gift card, Walmart, or Target gift cards, which allow you to get free Fortnite V-bucks. MicrosoftContinue reading “How to Get Free Fortnite V-Bucks”