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A Quick Response, or QR Code, is very similar to a bar code. The image consists of square dots in a unique configuration that provides information for the user just like the one to the left (go ahead, scan it!)

QR Codes can contain text, links (to web sites, videos, files), browser search results, PDF files, and so much more. QR Codes are safe to use in the classroom, students only access what you tell them to via the QR Code.

Why use QR codes in your classroom or lecture?

Some of the main reasons include that QR codes:

Are an easy way to give students relevant content
Allow students to be more independent in the classroom (and outside of the classroom)
Reduce student frustration of typing in a web address

Resources

Use the Duke supported short link and QR code generator at https://duke.is/app/

Create a QR Code

Step 1: Select the content you would like to direct users use. Copy the URL (website address) in the address bar in your web browser.

Step 2: Go to the QR Code website and paste the URL into the box when prompted.

Step 3: Download the PNG to your computer and save in the appropriate place for later retrieval.

How to Scan a QR Code

Step 1: Open up your camera application on your phone, tablet

Step 2: Hold your device so that the QR code appears in the Camera app's viewfinder. Your device recognizes the QR code and shows a notification.

Step 3: Tap the notification to open the link associated with the QR code

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How to Share Your QR Code

Insert the QR code image into your document or presentation so that the users can scan and find the relevant content

For help, contact the MedEdIT Multimedia team