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.
Copilot Chat to Summarise Emails
Microsoft has introduced a Summarise button in Outlook, enabling staff to generate AI summaries of email threads directly from the reading pane. This feature, available through Copilot chat, extracts key points, decisions, and action items, making it useful for lengthy discussions and efficient response preparation.
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.
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.
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.
Transforming Titanic History into an Interactive Learning Suite
The project transforms Titanic history into an interactive educational resource for students aged 10 and above. Utilising AI tools like Gemini for research and NotebookLM for content creation, it produces engaging materials including study guides, FAQs, and visual aids, catering to diverse learning styles while ensuring narrative consistency and accuracy.