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Gemini, Google Workspace
Gemini: Admin console updates
Google has introduced new adoption and usage metrics for Gemini in the Admin console, providing admins with insights into AI feature usage. This data enables better management of Workspace subscriptions and decisions on AI implementation, enhancing user engagement and productivity across apps.
Webinar Recordings from Google for Education
Google for Education is hosting webinars on AI tools like Glow Gemini and NotebookLM, aimed at enhancing classroom learning and saving time for educators. Sessions will cover beginner and advanced uses of these tools, along with opportunities for teacher certification in digital skills related to Gemini.
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.
Introducing Gemini 3 Pro
Google has enhanced the Gemini app for educators using Google Workspace, improving the quality and readability of information presented. The app can analyse images, summarise audio/video clips, and brainstorm projects with text and visuals. A new "My Stuff" folder simplifies navigation and organisation of recent files, contributing to a better user experience.
Glow Webinars from Google for Education
Google for Education will host webinars focused on AI tools available in Google via Glow. These sessions will cover content creation, idea generation, and personalised learning, aimed at enhancing efficiency. Upcoming webinars include Glow Gemini for Beginners on February 23, Glow Gemini Advanced Usage on March 2, and Glow NotebookLM for Educators on March 9.
Generate presentations in the Gemini app
Google has introduced a new feature in the Gemini app that allows users to create slide presentations easily. By providing a text prompt or uploading a source, Gemini generates slides with themes and images, which can then be exported to Google Slides for further editing and collaboration.
Gemini Image Generation using Nano Banana
Google's Gemini 2.5 Flash Image, known as "Nano Banana," is an AI image generation tool that converts photos into realistic 3D assets and applies various artistic styles. Users can easily create professional content by using simple text prompts, ensuring consistency in likeness. A knowledge hub offers guidance on responsible and educational use.
Upcoming and on demand Google Webinars
Edu on Air offers sessions in EdTech covering product updates, hands-on demos, and community meetups for educators and IT experts. Participants can choose tracks focusing on education leadership, classroom strategies or tech management. Notable sessions include AI literacy, education tools, and privacy compliance in Google Workspace for Education.
Gemini: Guided Learning
Guided Learning is an interactive AI learning companion in Gemini that aids in developing deep understanding through questions and step-by-step guidance. For educators, it emphasises breaking complex topics into manageable parts, fostering active participation, and utilising engaging methods like Think-Pair-Share and Fishbowl Discussions to enhance learning.