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Trojan Tech Tip Tuesdays 8/20

on August 20, 2024

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Trojan Tuesday Tech Tip 8/20 by Lancy Collins

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13 Sites for Fun Fonts & Interesting Images

There are some teachers out there who just have the most fun. They add little hidden gems to their instructional materials that (if you see them) make you laugh. Even though these can be distracting when used in excess, they can add just the amount of fun needed to keep students wanting more. The other fun thing is that students can use these little gems in their presentations and work to show off higher-level thinking skills through humor. Font Generators 1. Word Art in Google Slides If you're looking for something that is already embedded in our apps, don't forget Word Art right in Google slides! Use the Insert menu option and choose Word Art. You can add your text in the box that appears. Word art is different than regular text because it is an image. You can change the font, fill color, line color/type, and size. Just like images, you can add a shadow and reflection, as well. 2. Font Meme FontMeme offers...

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Parenting in a Digital World

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