Looking for ways to effectively incorporate technology? What tools could you use to further develop ways to support teachers and to empower students? Central Rivers AEA provides the opportunity to work collaboratively with the Integrated Learning Specialists, to support the skills needed to integrate technology effectively. Whether you need team support, individualized instruction, or basic knowledge of a specific resource, support is available to provide instruction for a variety of resources.
For assistance contact Central Rivers AEA’s Help Desk by email: helpdesk@centralriversaea.org or by phone: 319-273-8231 or contact one of the Media and Instruction Tech Team members.
Credentials & OneClick
What are my login credentials?
There are three different sets of credentials you will use to login into your accounts:
- Username: first initial + last name (ie. Sarah Nelson = snelson)
- Usernames can differ if there are others with the same username
- Email: username@centralriversaea.org (ie. snelson@centralriversaea.org)
- Non-CRAEA Credentials: These are usernames and passwords created by you.
| Credential | Where to use it? |
|---|---|
| Username | Login to your Device One Click |
| Email Address | Gmail/Calendar/Drive Zoom (Google Account) Recommended: Link your Google account to OneClick (Classlink) |
| Non-CRAEA Credentials | ACHIEVE Website (Iowa IEP Site) Iowa AEA Professional Learning Media Services Apple ID (staff with Ipads |
How do I navigate OneClick (Classlink) & change my password?
- OneClick (Classlink) Site: mylogin.centralriversaea.org
- Video Overview: Navigating and Customizing OneClick (Classlink) (4:31 min)
- Video Overview: Changing your OneClick (Classlink) Password (1:28 min)
- You will be prompted to change your password every 180 days
- Affects Gmail, GSuite apps, network, computer login, staff website, staff portal, and file servers
- Does not affect the PD system, media services, social media, ACHIEVE, or online subscriptions
- The initial password on a Windows machine will remain the old password until you log in while on one of the Central Rivers local networks. (CF Conf. Center, MT Office, Clear Lake Office, River Hills)
Where do I find employee tools & resources?
- Go to: https://www.centralriversaea.org/
- Scroll to the bottom of the page and select “Employee Dashboard”
How do I create my CRAEA email signature?
Follow these creating an email signature directions
Cybersecurity
How can I be vigilant about cybersecurity?
- Be aware of these phishing red flags:
- Message is unexpected or oddly timed
- Message contains odd spelling or grammatical errors
- Message urges actions like clicking links or opening attachments
- Message appears to be time sensitive or threatens consequences for inaction
- Message is requesting money or personal information
- Follow these password recommendations:
- Password length is more important than complexity
- Consider implementing 2FA on your agency email account
- Follow these software recommendations:
- Regularly install software updates when prompted
- Only install software from official vendor/publisher websites
- Carefully follow install instructions and check for unwanted add-ons
Instructional Tech Tools & Google Apps
What are the agency’s go-to instructional tech tools?
- Pear Deck: create an interactive presentation
- Screencastify: record, edit and share videos of your screen
- Flipgrid: have a discussion using video
How do I access my Google Apps?
- Use the Chrome Browser (recommended)
- You will find your Google Apps when you click the 3×3 square in the upper right corner
- Calendar: Your work calendar needs to be kept current. Your calendar will be accessible by any CRAEA employee
- Drive: Your online file storage will be backed up daily. In addition, a desktop application to launch Google Drive from Windows is installed on your laptop. Google Drive Desktop Tutorial (3:40 min)
- Please use this account for work-related items. Avoid using a personal account for documents related to your work at CRAEA
Media Resources
What media resources are available?
- With over 67,000 items in our physical collection, use GetMedia to access professional titles, student books, STEM resources and robotics.
- Looking for digital resources? We have subscriptions to many online professional journals, ebooks and educational databases. Resources are available for students and educators.
- Contact media services for additional information. Use the ‘live chat’ feature on our agency page or email reservations@centralriveraea.org.
Tech Best Practices
What are the agency’s technology best practices?
- The device issued to you is agency property and should be used for work purposes.
- You are the only person who should have access to your work device, unless receiving support from the agency IT Department.
- It is acceptable for the IT person at the school(s) you serve to connect your work computer to a printer/wifi/network.
- You may store a few personal pictures on your device to be used for your background image/screen saver. Additional pictures should not be stored on your work device.
- Your work device can be used to access social media for work-related purposes (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, etc).
- Your work device may not be used for personal gain (ie. side business ventures).
- You can access your work email on your personal cell phone as long as you lock your homescreen on your phone.
- Avoid having your computer remember your credentials. Doing so makes it far too easy for someone else to access your accounts.
- Lock your computer when you step away from it for any amount of time.
- All repairs should be handled by our agency Repair Shop.
- It is acceptable to download something you are certain is safe, however, proceed with caution. Free screensavers and software on the internet are a known delivery mechanism for malware. Only download from a known source (ie. Google Chrome Web Store).
- Recent phishing attempts have been aimed at sending malicious files via a Google Doc (or other) link in an email. It is best practice to go to Google Drive to open files. If something looks strange, contact the sender of the email before opening anything suspicious.
Contact our CRAEA Technology Help Desk for any technology issues or questions. Email helpdesk@centralriversaea.org or call 319-273-8231.
Video Conferencing
What tools do I use for video conferencing?
- Zoom is our main tool for Video Conferencing
- Login using your Google Credentials
- Zoom Help Center and Zoom Privacy Tips
- Note: Google Meet can also be used as a video conferencing tool
Support
Who do I contact for support?
- Looking for support for apps, instructional tech or media resources?
- Contact Sarah Nelson or Ashley Samek
- Seeking technical assistance? Contact our agency Help Desk.
- Contact: 319-273-8231; helpdesk@centralriversaea.org or via ‘live chat’