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General, Prompting Progress
Creating effective and engaging Scots Language resources
A primary school teacher utilised AI tools, such as Gemini and NotebookLM, to create engaging resources for Primary 4 pupils to write Scots language poems in remembrance of Robert Burns. The tools enhanced efficiency, adaptability, and student engagement, demonstrating their effectiveness in improving teaching practices and learning experiences.
Empowering creative digital learners
A teacher from Kirklandpark Primary School highlights the use of Adobe Express to empower students aged 9-12 in developing digital skills. Focusing on prompt crafting for AI image generation, students improved their digital literacy through hands-on projects, discussions on AI ethics, and collaborative learning, preparing them for a digital future.
Google Forms now have granular controls over who can respond
Google is updating all existing forms to include granular controls for response access, allowing creators to limit participation to specified users or groups. This upgrade won't affect current access and will enable form creators to modify response permissions as needed. Admins will see logs reflecting these changes during the upgrade process.
AI in Schools Week 2026
Education Scotland is hosting a series of sessions from March 9-13, 2026, targeting educators from P5-P7 to the Senior Phase. The sessions focus on ethical AI use, children's rights, and integrating AI tools into the Scottish Glow ecosystem, offering opportunities for skill enhancement and AI education initiation.
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: 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.
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: 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.
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.