Jim Sill on stage with a screen and large lighted Google sign with balloons
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Google Summit Series by Deploy Learning: Adelaide & Sydney

Over the last year, we have reintroduced Google Summits to Australia with support from the Google for Education team.  Recently, during the term break, we led two fantastic events  in Adelaide and Sydney.  We brought together passionate educators from Independant and department schools for a deep dive into the future of learning with Google!  To…

Thinking Canvas
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Making Thinking Visible in Google Slides

A while back, Chris Harte, formerly of Unstuck Learning Design, introduced me to the Thinking Canvas based on the Harvard Project Zero Thinking Routines. A Thinking Canvas is a structured space with enough blank areas to invite learners to make their learning visible to not just you, the teacher, but also their peers. While thinking…

Globe with Gemini Education tools
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Gemini for Education: A New Era of AI-Powered Learning in Schools

Recently at Google’s I/O Conference for developers, Google positioned Gemini as an AI-powered assistant.  Their recent promotional material has claimed that it is designed to transform the way businesses and schools work. By speeding up tasks, allowing you to focus on what’s most important while ensuring the privacy and security of your data, Gemini will…

Education tools in a toolbox
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Google Workspace for Education: Comparing Versions & Features

A lot has changed over the past decade when it comes to using Google in schools.  More and more, Google Workspace for Education continues to add to the range of tools designed to enhance the learning experience for students and educators alike.  To support a school’s size and budget, Google offers several versions of their…

Chromebook with a Graduation hat
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Essential Guide for Using Chromebooks in Education

When incorporating technology in schools, devices play a crucial role in shaping the learning experience for both teachers and students. Chromebooks have become increasingly popular in educational settings due to their versatility, productivity features, and cost-effectiveness. These devices offer several benefits that can contribute to a more engaging and interactive learning experience for students. The…

Google I/O 2024
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Google I/O 2024 Keynote: AI Innovation

Yesterday was the Google I/O 2024 keynote and AI was the undeniable star of the show. Google showcased advancements across its Gemini family of large language models (LLMs) and unveiling a futuristic AI assistant called Project Astra. Here’s a quick rundown of the key takeaways: Ask Photos: You can already search your photos in Google…

Innovator Academy Dates Announced
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Innovator Academy Dates Announced

Big news! Google has released the dates for the 2024 Google Certified Innovator Academies.  The Google Certified Innovator program has been around since 2006 and has welcomed just under 2000 educators into the community.  This group of passionate educators from all over the world has inspired countless new ideas, programs, school initiatives and more. At…

ChatGPT and Bard: Which One Should You Use?
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ChatGPT and Bard: Which One Should You Use?

Two powerful generative AI models have risen above the rest: ChatGPT and Bard. Both models are trained on a massive dataset of text and code, and both models are equipped with a deep understanding of language and context that allow them to understand your prompts and generate intelligent, coherent responses. That said, it might be…

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