Lubbock ISD Tech Tips

Today marks the end of my 33-year career in education. I've had a great time sharing resources through social media for the past 11 years. I hope you have found it valuable. I leave you with these last two pieces of advice. Happy Summer! And I pray you continue the good work for students.
Thank you for the memories,
Scott Firenza
EDTech Enthusiast

Try Canva’s AI tools to write slide content or generate visual ideas quickly. 🎨
Use> https://www.canva.com/login/
Learn> https://youtu.be/_H_lXIVBOsI?si=tMDJsEUmxMDQFIYB

Do you have too many tabs open to prepare for all of your classes? Try out the multiple desktops on a Chromebook.
Learn > https://youtu.be/-2VUYpExIrc?si=VoIr872FTnZDromY&t=2305

Goblin Tool breaks tasks down, sets priorities, even drafts that tricky email. Perfect for neurodivergent teachers and students who need a little clarity in the chaos. ⏳
Use> https://goblin.tools
Learn> https://youtu.be/SJkYDMVtuFE?si=WzI_7ry-EsdNkWjq

Free NotebookLM setup steps.👇

NotebookLM is powerful. But if you are new to it, it can feel a bit overwhelming to know how to start.

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Here is the exact 8-step setup:

1. Pick One Topic
Choose one real task, project, class, or research question to focus on first.

2. Check Requirements
Sign in with your Google account and prepare 1 to 3 starter sources.

3. Create a Notebook
Build one focused notebook with one clear job.

4. Add 1-3 Sources
Upload your files, links, videos, notes, or pasted text.

5. Chat with Your Content
Ask simple questions first and make sure to use citations when possible.

6. Generate First Output
Have it create a report, study guide, outline, FAQ, or brief.

7. Test Audio Overview
Generate the viral audio summary, and then fact-check the key points.

8. Improve and Repeat
Refine your sources, improve your prompts, and reuse the workflow for other projects.

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💾 Save and share to help others learn

Use Common Sense Education’s lessons for digital citizenship basics. 🧠
https://www.commonsense.org/education/digital-citizenship

Create interactive choose your own adventure stories in Google Slides.
Learn>https://www.controlaltachieve.com/2025/04/ai-cyoa.html

Check out this article: Five Cybersecurity Habits Every School Employee Should Practice - https://blog.tcea.org/cybersecurity-habits-school-staff

Five Cybersecurity Habits Every School Employee Should Practice – TCEA TechNotes Blog In a time when one wrong click can freeze an entire institution, cybersecurity becomes not just an IT issue, but an issue for everyone. We think of smart Explore this and more at TCEA TechNotes Blog, your go-to source for educational technology and teaching innovation.

Use Google Docs voice typing to help with writing and accessibility. 🎙️
Learn> https://youtu.be/fIQgPce2YsA?si=7cmdoaVekXmD968g

Padlet is perfect for brainstorming, reflections, or idea boards. 📌
Use> https://padlet.com/
Learn> https://ditchthattextbook.com/20-useful-ways-to-use-padlet-in-class-now/
Learn> https://youtu.be/NqGDmwX589Q?si=XaxLoT0ttQmXIwzv