QR+Codes

=QR Codes in the Classroom= S. Brooks and S. Wise, Lexington School District One

What is a QR code?
A QR code is a scannable barcode that takes you to a website or video, gives information, text or other information. A QR Reader is required to "scan" the barcode. QR Readers can be installed on Smartphones, ipod touches with cameras, iPad 2s, and webcams (if your computer has QR reader software).

CSI QR Code Video

**Making the QR codes**
[] This one is great because it has the built in option to use google shortener to shorten URLs.
 * QR code generator online:**

[] Can print multiple codes on a page. Can easily create QR codes in different colors.

or use [] Example: [] will become [] Add ‘.qr’ to the end Press ENTER on keyboard Now [] QR code will be generated
 * Google URL shortener **

**QR Stuff** - []
QR Stuff also has the option to use **their URL shortener** when making a URL QR code (scans easier with fewer characters). QR stuff also will let you easily create/print multiple copies of the same QR code for pages and labels. This site also let you create QR codes in different colors so you can color code QR codes by types or subject.

**QR Voice**
[] QR Voice will create a QR code with an automated voice.

Use the [|Croak.it! iPhone App]to record your own voice.
It will create a weblink to your 30 second recording. Copy and paste the link at [|qrstuff.com] to create your own link.

Quickmark (iTunes, Android ) QR Generator (Android) Generator Plug ins for Google Chrome or Firefox
 * QR code generator app on device or Browser Plugins**

QRpedia
[] paste a wikipedia link into the small box and it will automatically generate a qr code to that wikipedia page.

Create QR Codes to documents or Images
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Reading the Codes:
Smart Phone iPad2 iPod Touch w/camera Webcam (computer needs Adobe Air installed)
 * Device:**

iNigma Scan QRafter Barcode Scanner app (Droid) Quickmark (Droid and iTunes)
 * QR code reader app:**

The fewer characters, the better the QR code. Use URL shortener with websites - either the one within qrstuff.com or see the directions about to use the goo.gl to shorten a website and make a QR code.
 * Tips for making QR codes:**

Classroom Ideas
Indoor scavenger hunts (Oregon Trail and Chicka Chicka Boom Boom (** []) ** Book Trailers Math problems within the codes Research sites on worksheets Link to video to answer questions Symbols of SC Matching Flash cards Story Starters Virtual Walking Tours Create and link instructional videos Interesting Ways to Use QR Codes - from Free Technology for Teachers site. More Ideas to Use QR Codes - Karen Ogen, Lexington/Richland 5 [|Code Your Classroom with QR Codes]- blog ideas from a primary teacher [|QR Code Bottle Cap Fun] - recycle while learning [|QR Codes in a 5th Grade Classroom] [|iPads and QR Codes]- Shape and Math Ideas [|40 Interesting Ways to Use QR Codes in the Classroom] [|Ways to Use QR Codes in the Classroom] [|Differentiating Using QR Codes] [|QR Treasure Hunt Generator]
 * More Ideas Around the Web:**

Classroom Samples:
QR Code Examples: Learning Commons/Media QR Codes: Geometery QR Code Activity SC Symbols Activity Chicka Chicka Boom Boom Scavenger Hunt