Learning Guide:QR Codes
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| QR Codes Release status: new | |
|---|---|
| Description | QR Codes are similar to bar codes making it possible to access Web sites and messages through a camera phone. |
| Author(s) | Stan Skrabut (skrabutTalk) |
| Stan Skrabut | |
| Location | Room 120 |
| University of Wyoming, College of Agriculture | |
| Phone | 307-766-3722 |
| Last Updated | 21 December, 2010 |
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Description
QR Codes are similar to bar codes. QR Codes make it possible to access Web sites and messages through a camera phone. It makes it possible to extend the physical world to the virtual world.
Here is a QR Code to Stan Skrabut's LinkedIn page:
Essential Requirements
In order to use QR codes, you will need a camera phone with a QR code reader installed. This may be a application that you install or a pre-installed application.
To create QR codes, you simply need a QR code generator.
Equipment
The only required equipment is the camera phone. Not all phones are compatible. Here are some lists that will help you determine if your phone will be able to use the QR code reading software:
Software
Software for QR code reading can be found at
- NeoReader (iPhone app)
- ZXing ("Zebra Crossing") (Android app)
- 2D Sense Platform
- Google Goggles
- BeeTagg QR Reader
- Quickmark (PC desktop]
- ZXing Decoder Online
Software for QR code generating can be found at
Learning resources information
Reading List
Key Web links
Guides and Beginner Instructions
Here are a number of great guides to help you better understand QR Codes and its capabilities.
- QR Code, From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
- About QR-Codes
- What Is A QR Code And Why Do You Need One?
- The Three Rules of QR Codes
Business
Here are a number of great ideas for using QR Codes in a business environment.
- QR Codes: Are You Ready For Paper-Based Hyperlinks?
- QR Codes Connect Print to the Web
- How to Use QR Codes to Market Your Business
- QR-Code Business Cards: Share Your Data with 2D Barcodes!
- How To Use QR Codes In Real Estate
Education
Here are a number of great ideas for using QR codes in a education environment.
- How to Use QR Codes in Student Projects
- 7 ways higher education can use QR codes to connect with current and prospective students
- QR Huh? What The Heck Is A QR Code?
- Uses in Libraries
- QR Code Ideas for Education
- The Potential of QR Codes in Education
- Educational Qrcodes
- QR Codes in Libraries and Higher Education
- QR Codes in Education
Other Ideas
- Tell a story with QR codes
- Creating Engagement with QR Codes
- 101 Uses For Quick Response (QR) Codes: Creating Audience Engagement With The Next Killer US App
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Video Tutorials
Here is a collection of videos that will help you understand and use QR Codes.