Welcome to Glow Connect

Glow Connect is the place to get information, help and support for Glow. Here you can find out more about what Glow is, its educational benefits and keep up to date with what is happening with Glow.

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What is Glow?

Glow is Scotland’s national digital learning platform provided by Scottish Government and managed by Education Scotland. It provides learners and educators across Scotland an environment that can support learning across the whole curriculum through our core services, Microsoft M365, Google Workspace for Education and WordPress blogs.

December, 2025

Monthly Unique Users

338,415

Sessions

4,726,325

What does Glow offer?

Authentication and Portal Services

The Glow Authentication and Portal services provides Glow users with access to a range of educational services, applications and content using a single username and password.

Online Productivity Suites

Glow provides access to a range of tools and services through Microsoft M365 and Google Workspace for Education for learners and educators to collaborate, create content ,access learning resources and much more.

Blogging

Glow Blogs is a free service with a number of privacy settings available to create secure websites.

Report a Concern

Report a Concern is available on all Glow core services and allows users to notify us of any concerns they have about the content or activity in Glow.

Who is Glow for?

Glow is for learners and educators using a range of services and tools in different ways.

Glow is available for all local authorities, independent schools, teacher education colleges and universities and Scottish education partners.

Latest News

Gemini within Classroom

Generate Podcast Style Lessons in Classroom

Google has integrated the Gemini feature into Google Classroom for all Education editions, enabling educators to create customizable audio lessons. These lessons enhance student engagement by catering to different learning styles and include options for specifying topics, grade levels, and conversation styles. Audio Lessons can be accessed via the Gemini menu in Classroom.

NotebookLM with Glow, your personlised research and learning assistant

NotebookLM: Data Tables

Google has introduced Data Tables in NotebookLM to streamline the process of organising scattered information into structured formats. This feature allows users to synthesise complex research and export it to Google Sheets, enhancing productivity. Potential applications include study materials, misconception mapping, and vocabulary progression tables.

Prompting Progress, How Artificial Intelligence is reshaping the classroom

AI Supporting Advanced Poetry Pedagogy

An English teacher utilised AI tools, Gemini and NotebookLM, to analyse and summarise Carol Ann Duffy's poems, creating an engaging video revision guide that effectively highlights thematic connections for students.

Adobe Express Educator eBook with 34 Lesson Plans

Adobe Express: February – April 2026 Update

Live lessons for ages 7-13 are available, lasting 75 minutes with a break after 40 minutes. Topics include Safer Internet Day and Children's Mental Health Week. Additional sessions and Adobe Creative educator training are also scheduled in February 2026. Register for recordings and events via provided links.

Google Certified Educator

Google Certified Educator Update: January 2026

The Google Certified Educator (GCE) program offers educators professional development to enhance their skills in Google Workspace for Education. In the first half of 2026, Level 1 and Level 2 certifications will be free for six months, providing educators with flexible training options. Participants benefit from community support and certification validation.

Prompting Progress, How Artificial Intelligence is reshaping the classroom

Transforming Differentiation in a Modern Studies Classroom

The article discusses how a Modern Studies teacher utilises AI tools like Gemini and NotebookLM to enhance classroom differentiation. By creating tailored resources and simplifying complex concepts, the teacher improves accessibility for diverse learners, saving time and enhancing instructional strategies. The goal is to make differentiation sustainable and consistent for all students.

Need Help?

If you need help and can’t find what you need on these pages, please try the Knowledge Hub. If you still can’t find the information you need, feel free to contact Glow Enquiries.

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