QRcodes

A ** QR code ** (abbreviated from ** Quick Response code ** ) is a type of [|matrix barcode] (or two-dimensional code) first designed for the automotive industry. More recently, the system has become popular outside of the industry due to its fast readability and large storage capacity compared to traditional [|UPC barcodes].

Reasons for Use
Ability to link learning, lab demos, audio recordings, special events, library book reviews, scavenger hunts throughout a city or a museum via a smartphone or tablet is amazing!

Ease of Use

 * need a smartphone with a QR code reader app and just point and take a picture of the QR code
 * can use a webcam on a computer
 * link the QR code to a website, blog, video clip, audio clip, text, quote

Resources
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 * sQuaRe Learning PD session - April 2012: notes for uses in different subject areas, intro letter for parents
 * [|40 Interesting Ways to use QR codes]
 * [|QR codes in the Classroom]
 * [|Can QR codes Enhance Learning in the Classroom?]
 * H[|ot QR codes in the Classroom and Library]
 * [|How can you use a QR code in Learning?]
 * [|Periodic Table of QR codes]
 * To make your own QRcodes - []
 * Open the QR codes sheet below - this is a one-pager that I created as a mini-tutorial:
 * [|QR code treasure hunt generator]