Gemini for Students: A Custom Learning Experience
Google also introduced a custom Gemini app for students known as Gemini for Education. This version includes:
Gemini Canvas: Lets students (18+) create personalised quizzes for any subject.
Interactive diagrams and visuals: For better conceptual clarity.
Supervision tools: For parents and teachers to monitor usage.
Strict data privacy controls: Ensuring student data is not used to train AI models.
The app will soon be available for students under 18 as well, with enhanced safety measures.
NotebookLM and Gems: Coming Soon
NotebookLM
Allows teachers to:
Gems
Empowers teachers to:
These features are set to roll out globally in the coming months.
Progress Tracking and Learning Standards Integration
Another major update is the progress tracking tool:
Initial integration: US K12 national and state standards
Future plans: Inclusion of global learning standards
Collaboration with CASE Network 2: To let institutions host and publish their learning standards directly in Google Classroom.
This will enable teachers to map student performance against standard benchmarks efficiently.
Final Thoughts
Google’s launch of 30+ AI apps for teachers and the Gemini for Students app is set to redefine education by:
Enhancing teacher productivity
Personalising student learning
Integrating AI seamlessly into classrooms
These tools mark a pivotal moment in EdTech, empowering educators and students with futuristic AI capabilities that were once unimaginable.
FAQs
Q1. Are these AI tools free?
Yes, all 30+ AI apps are free for Google Workspace for Education users.
Q2. Can students under 18 use Gemini for Students?
Currently, Gemini Canvas is for students over 18, but it will expand to under 18 users in the coming weeks with child safety controls.
Q3. What is NotebookLM?
NotebookLM is an upcoming AI tool that lets teachers create study guides and audio summaries to enhance student revisions.
Q4. Will these tools track student data?
No, Google ensures data from chats or interactions will not be used to improve its AI models. Strict privacy controls are in place.
Q5. When will Gems be available?
Google plans to launch Gems in the coming months globally.