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How To: Podcasting on Glow Blogs

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Glow Blogs simplifies podcasting and multimedia blogging, enhancing digital literacy and communication skills for all ages. Users can create and publish podcasts without extra software, using basic recording tools. The platform fosters collaboration and creativity while providing a secure environment for learners to showcase their content and reach a real audience.

Safer Internet Day 2026

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Safer Internet Day is scheduled for February 10, 2026, focusing on the theme ‘Smart tech, safe choices – Exploring the safe and responsible use of AI’. The event will educate children on safe AI usage and provide resources for parents and educators to discuss ethical considerations and best practices for technology use.

Glow and Education Scotland Service Status page

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The Service Status page informs users about issues affecting Glow Services and Education Scotland websites. Staying updated can save time by identifying service problems quickly. Users can access the page via a provided link or through Glow Connect. Subscribing allows updates to be sent directly to inboxes for convenience.

Setting a Glow recovery email address

To prevent being locked out of your Glow account, it is essential to set a recovery email for password resets. This can be done through your Glow profile on the RM Unify Launchpad. Avoid using your Glow M365 email as the recovery option. For further assistance, students should consult staff, while others can contact respective coordinators or local authorities.

NotebookLM Nano Banana Upgrade

NotebookLM with Glow, your personlised research and learning assistant

Nano Banana in NotebookLM enhances video overviews with customisable visual styles, including Watercolour and Anime. Users can choose between Explainer and Brief formats, select from over 50 languages, and provide specific focus areas. These options aim to improve understanding and retention of content from uploaded documents.

Adobe Express Christmas Tree Challenge

Adobe Express Christmas Tree Challenge

Join the festive fun by designing a unique Christmas tree using Adobe Express for Education. Choose a traditional or alternative theme, utilizing various tools, templates, and graphics. Share your creations on social media with the hashtag #GlowScot or via email to Glow.Engagement@educationscotland.gov.scot for a chance to be featured.