--- title: Machine Learning and AI within Google Workspace description: Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning are increasingly integrated into daily tasks, enhancing efficiency. Google continuously updates its AI features across apps like Gemini and Notebook LM, which assist in creativity and research. Users must be mindful of content appropriateness and privacy when utilizing these tools in the Google Workspace environment. url: "https://glowconnect.org.uk/docs/machine-learning-and-ai-within-glow/machine-learning-and-ai-within-google-workspace/" updated: "2026-09-01" category: Machine Learning and AI within Glow --- # Machine Learning and AI within Google Workspace Artificial intelligence (AI) and its close cousin, machine learning, are no longer futuristic concepts, because they're quietly embedding themselves into our daily tasks. AI tools are working behind the scenes to streamline our workflow and boost our productivity. Let's have a look at the features below that area already included in some of the Google apps we are using within Glow, ![Machine Learning and AI within Google Workspace graphic with a robot ](https://i0.wp.com/glowconnect.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Untitled-1.png?resize=1290%2C726&quality=80&ssl=1) ## Please Note Google is continually evolving it's AI capabilities, so it's possible that new features have been added since this information was compiled. ## Generative AI **Please note: Gemini and Gemini Notebook are only available for a small number of local authorities as part of a pilot programme to evaluate how they could be used in the classroom with learners. The pilot will run from Aug 2025 - Jan 2026 and then we will update this page with the outcomes.** ## Appropriate Use: Generative AI Be aware that these Generative AI tools contain functionality which allows the upload of pictures and files. It is the responsibility of the user not to upload content or enter prompts which may generate inappropriate or concerning text or imagery, or which contains any personal, sensitive or confidential information. Please also refer to the [Scottish Government's AI Guidance for Schools](https://glowconnect.org.uk/docs/machine-learning-and-ai-within-glow/scottish-government-ai-guidance-for-schools/) when using any kind of AI tool within education. ##### Gemini Google Gemini is a Generative AI assistant that could support with boosting creativity and productivity. Google Gemini is a core app that can be found in the Google Workspace app launcher. [Gemini – Glow Connect](https://glowconnect.org.uk/docs/machine-learning-and-ai-within-glow/google-gemini/) ![Google Docs icon](https://i0.wp.com/glowconnect.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Untitled-1.png?resize=1290%2C726&quality=80&ssl=1) ##### Gemini Notebook [Gemini Notebook](https://notebooklm.google.com/) is an innovative AI tool designed to function as a personalised research and learning assistant within education. Users can upload a variety of source materials, including documents and articles, and engage with them in a more interactive and insightful manner. [Gemini Notebook - Glow Connect](https://glowconnect.org.uk/docs/machine-learning-and-ai-within-glow/notebooklm-coming-to-google-via-glow-june-2025/) ![Google Docs icon](https://i0.wp.com/glowconnect.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/NotebookLM-Graphics.png?resize=1290%2C726&quality=80&ssl=1) ## Google Workspace Fundamentals Standard licence model when opting into Google Workspace via Glow - [Google Workspace for Education – Glow Connect](https://glowconnect.org.uk/docs/google-workspace/what-is-google-workspace-for-education/) ##### **Grammar suggestions in Google Docs** Users will see inline, contextual grammar suggestions in documents as they type, just like spellcheck. If you’ve made a grammar mistake, a squiggly blue line will appear under the phrase as you write it. You can choose to accept the suggestion by right-clicking it. [Why so tense? Let grammar suggestions in Google Docs help you write even better | Google Workspace Blog](https://workspace.google.com/blog/product-announcements/let-grammar-suggestions-in-google-docs-help-you-write-even-better) ![Google Docs icon](https://i0.wp.com/glowconnect.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/docs.png?resize=451%2C451&quality=80&ssl=1) ##### **Autocorrect available for Google Docs web** Autocorrect helps you compose documents quickly and with confidence. Misspelled words will automatically be corrected while typing and denoted with a grey dashed underline. As you continue typing, this dashed line will disappear. [Google Workspace Updates: Autocorrect now available for Google Docs on web (googleblog.com)](https://workspaceupdates.googleblog.com/2020/02/autocorrect-docs-ga.html) ![Google Docs icon](https://i0.wp.com/glowconnect.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/docs.png?resize=451%2C451&quality=80&ssl=1) ##### **Translate Documents** You can translate documents into [many languages](https://translate.google.com/about/intl/en_ALL/languages.html) with Google Docs. [Translate documents or write in a different language - Computer - Google Docs Editors Help](https://support.google.com/docs/answer/187189?hl=en&ref_topic=1361462&sjid=14563121390411190089-EU) ![Google Docs icon](https://i0.wp.com/glowconnect.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/docs.png?resize=451%2C451&quality=80&ssl=1) ##### **Type with your voice** in Google Docs & Slides You can type and edit by speaking in Google Docs or in Google Slides speaker notes. This feature works with the latest versions of Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Safari browsers. [Type with your voice - Google Docs Editors Help](https://support.google.com/docs/answer/4492226?hl=en) ![Google Docs icon](https://i0.wp.com/glowconnect.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Docs-and-slides.png?resize=321%2C342&quality=80&ssl=1) ##### **Quick access in Google Drive** Quick Access shaves 50 percent off the average time it takes to get to the right file by eliminating the need to search for it. It uses machine learning to intelligently predict the files you need before you’ve even typed anything. [Save time with Quick Access in Drive (Google Blog)](https://blog.google/products/drive/save-time-with-quick-access-in-drive/) ![Google Docs icon](https://i0.wp.com/glowconnect.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/drive.png?resize=451%2C451&quality=80&ssl=1) ##### **Smart Compose** You can use Smart Compose in Google Docs, Slides, Sheets, and Drawings to help you write documents faster and more easily. [Use Smart Compose and Smart Reply - Google Docs Editors Help](https://support.google.com/docs/answer/9643962?hl=en) ![Google Docs icon](https://i0.wp.com/glowconnect.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Multiplatform.png?resize=442%2C521&quality=80&ssl=1) ##### **Limited amount of originality reports in Google Classroom** Helps students identify potential plagiarism by comparing their work to web sources. [https://edu.google.com/workspace-for-education/classroom](https://edu.google.com/workspace-for-education/classroom) ![Google Docs icon](https://i0.wp.com/glowconnect.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/classroom.png?resize=451%2C401&quality=80&ssl=1) ## Google Workspace Education Plus Enhanced licence model paid for by local authority or establishment - [What other Google Services can I opt into? - Glow Connect](https://glowconnect.org.uk/docs/google-workspace/what-is-google-workspace-for-education/#20-toc-title) ##### **Originality reports in Google Classroom** Helps students identify potential plagiarism by comparing their work to web sources. [https://edu.google.com/workspace-for-education/classroom](https://edu.google.com/workspace-for-education/classroom) ![Google Docs icon](https://i0.wp.com/glowconnect.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/classroom.png?resize=451%2C401&quality=80&ssl=1) ##### **Noise Cancellation** in Google Meet Uses AI to filter out background noise during meetings, ensuring clearer audio. [How Google Meet's noise cancellation denoiser works | VentureBeat](https://venturebeat.com/ai/google-meet-noise-cancellation-ai-cloud-denoiser-g-suite/) ![Google Docs icon](https://i0.wp.com/glowconnect.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/meet.png?resize=451%2C451&quality=80&ssl=1) ##### Appsheet If you’ve ever wanted your application to auto-detect text or images, make predictions based on data, or command your app with your voice within a no-code application development platform, this video is for you. Click the link below to see how you can quickly create an OCR or predictive ML model within AppSheet. [Using machine learning and AI in](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PhU-fkRiW4k)[AppSheet](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PhU-fkRiW4k)[(youtube.com)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PhU-fkRiW4k) ![Google Docs icon](https://i0.wp.com/glowconnect.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/appsheet-larger.jpg?resize=602%2C626&quality=80&ssl=1) ## Google Additional Services Requires user consent - [Google Additional Services – Glow Connect](https://glowconnect.org.uk/docs/google-workspace/google-services/) ##### Applied Digital Skills - Lesson Learn about the benefits and challenges of artificial intelligence while exploring Quick, Draw!, AutoDraw, Google Translate, and Google Slides. [Lesson: Intro to Artificial Intelligence - Applied Digital Skills](https://applieddigitalskills.withgoogle.com/c/middle-and-high-school/en/discover-ai-in-daily-life/overview.html?utm_source=5b_newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=FY24-Q2-global-EDU-email-of-edu-fa-gp-gk12-newsletter-april-2024&utm_content=uk-ie&utm_term=-&mkt_tok=ODA4LUdKVy0zMTQAAAGSigtk9kVAz7Dk9xWHzv32Y1CbuhTyYGFIDkwIcvLvtmvESLhFLH0tcuogBMXVinVHCYeg45iGeDjWrqY4inD15fZvgMdQ_ZroNM6G2xChr1G2IUyDoDw) ![Google Docs icon](https://i0.wp.com/glowconnect.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Applied-digital-skills-lesson.png?resize=435%2C289&quality=80&ssl=1) ##### Arts & Culture – Art Selfie 2 App "Please consider the appropriate use [guidance](https://glowconnect.org.uk/docs/machine-learning-and-ai-within-glow/machine-learning-and-ai-within-glow/#1-toc-title) when using Generative AI." See how you’d look as an explorer scaling Everest, painted as a muse in Monet's garden, or sporting armour as a courageous medieval knight. [Google Arts & Culture Art Selfie 2](https://artsandculture.google.com/camera/gen-selfie) ![Google Docs icon](https://i0.wp.com/glowconnect.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Art-selfie-2.png?resize=571%2C433&quality=80&ssl=1) ##### Arts & Culture App – AI: More than Human articles & videos Exploring the evolving relationship between humans and technology. [AI: More than Human — Google Arts & Culture](https://artsandculture.google.com/project/ai-more-than-human) ![Google Docs icon](https://i0.wp.com/glowconnect.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/What-is-AI.png?resize=655%2C451&quality=80&ssl=1) ##### Google Experiments – 34 x AI experiments Explore the wealth if AI experiments available in Google Experiments. You can try out various themes including, science, music, art and singing. Why not even strike a pose and create your own choreography – with a little help from machine learning. [Experiments with Google](https://experiments.withgoogle.com/search?q=AI) ![Google Docs icon](https://i0.wp.com/glowconnect.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Experiments.png?resize=462%2C351&quality=80&ssl=1) ## User Feedback If you are using any of these tools and features via Glow in your local authority or establishment, the Glow team would be keen to hear from you. Please reach out via **[Glow.Engagement@educationscotland.gov.scot](mailto:Glow.Engagement@educationscotland.gov.scot)** to share your feedback, or set up a quick call with a Product Manager. We would be delighted to hear from you! ![User feedback graphic](https://i0.wp.com/glowconnect.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/User-Feedback.png?resize=246%2C245&quality=80&ssl=1)