QR+CODES

What is a QR code?
A QR code is an image that contains information. It is a 3D barcode. The information may be a link to a website address, a text message, a phone number, or other short piece of information. QR codes are simply images – they can be on any document, poster, website, media message, newspaper advertisement, magazine advertisement, etc.
 * Where are QR codes?**

Most smart phones have a barcode scanner application that can read a QR code. A desktop computer can download a QR reader software and then use a webcam. quickly refer readers to the advertiser's website ||
 * How do you read a QR code?**
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 * QR codes used in a magazine ad to

To access digital resources quickly.
 * Why use a QR code?**

• Add a code to homework that will direct students to additional resources • Add a code to a school or program brochure to directing users to the school website • Asking questions? Use codes to self-check answers
 * Classroom Ideas**

Most QR code generators are designed to share a particular type of information - a URL, a message, etc. QR code generator QRstuff JumpScan **-** allows the sharing of a profile of several pieces of information
 * Make a QR code**

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