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Rich Kiker @kikerlearning.com · May 2

Free Gemini & NotebookLM webinar from Kiker Learning on May 8th - Join us!
#KikerLearning #GoogleEDU #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #EduSky

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In this webinar, educators will explore the transformative potential of Gemini in revolutionizing teaching and learning. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of Google's AI tools in ed...

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Rich Kiker @kikerlearning.com · Apr 8

Free #Gemini #AI Webinar coming from our team on April 29, register today to learn about the rapidly advancing features for educators! docs.google.com/presentation... #KikerLearning #GoogleEDU #artificialintelligence #edchat

Kiker Gemini Webinar One-Sheeter

In this webinar, educators will explore the transformative potential of Gemini in revolutionizing teaching and learning. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of Google's AI tools in ed...

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Rich Kiker @kikerlearning.com · Jan 14

Generate vocabulary lists using Gemini in Google Classroom workspaceupdates.googleblog.com/2025/01/gene... #AI #GoogleEDU #EduSky #KikerLearning

Generate vocabulary lists using Gemini in Google Classroom

What’s changing Since May of last year , education institutions have been leveraging new and powerful ways of working, teaching and learnin...

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Rich Kiker @kikerlearning.com · Jan 14

Introducing the ability to ‘grade all’ in Google Classroom workspaceupdates.googleblog.com/2025/01/grad... #GoogleEDU #EduSky #KikerLearning

Introducing the ability to ‘grade all’ in Google Classroom

What’s changing In 2023 , we expanded grading systems in Google Classroom and in 2024 we added a 'missing' grade state to Gradebook. To fu...

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Rich Kiker @kikerlearning.com · Jan 6

6 ways #GoogleEDU supported learning and education in 2024 and a look ahead for 2025!

blog.google/outreach-ini... #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #KikerLearning #EduSky

6 ways we supported learning and education in 2024

Google for Education rolled out more than 65 updates across our products in 2024, based on feedback from millions of educators and students.

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Rich Kiker @kikerlearning.com · Jan 3

What will #AI become in 2025? www.fastcompany.com/91254086/pre... #GoogleEDU #KikerLearning #artificialintelligence #edusky

Predicting what 2025 will mean for AI

We spoke with dozens of experts about what to expect in the year ahead. Here’s what they said.

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Rich Kiker @kikerlearning.com · Dec 13

Here’s Who Owns U.S. Debt. Surprising to me, only 22% is owned by foreign countries. #Economics

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Charted: Here's Who Owns U.S. Debt

This graphic shows a breakdown of U.S. debt composition, categorized by domestic and foreign investors as well as intragovernmental holdings.

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Rich Kiker @kikerlearning.com · Dec 11

I haven't used the LTI tool yet, I'll share if I get a shot at it!

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Rich Kiker @kikerlearning.com · Dec 10

Think #AI is big? What about quantum AI? Google has a quantum processor that can do in 5 min, that would take 10 septillion (25 zeros) years for a supercomputer today. Get ready...I guess? 🤯 I can't wait for this Chromebook. blog.google/technology/r... #GoogleEDU #KikerLearning #edchat #EduSky

Go inside the Google Quantum AI lab to learn about how quantum computing works

Get a behind-the-scenes look at Google's Quantum AI lab in Santa Barbara, CA.

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Rich Kiker @kikerlearning.com · Dec 10

Earlier this year Google introduced eSignature in Google Docs for select Workspace customers. I'm happy to share that you can now request electronic signatures on PDF files stored in Google Drive.

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#GoogleEDU #KikerLearning #edtech #EduSky #SkyTech

Request an eSignature on PDF files

What’s changing Earlier this year we introduced eSignature in Google Docs for select Google Workspace customers. eSignature helps you requ...

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Rich Kiker @kikerlearning.com · Dec 10

Request an eSignature on PDF files

What’s changing Earlier this year we introduced eSignature in Google Docs for select Google Workspace customers. eSignature helps you requ...

workspaceupdates.googleblog.com

Rich Kiker @kikerlearning.com · Dec 10

Welcome, Desiree! I started a #GoogleEDU Starter pack and added you, slowing building this as I find out Google stars in the #EduSky community. go.bsky.app/VgfFB2W

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Rich Kiker @kikerlearning.com · Dec 10

Introducing Gemini Learning Tools Interoperability (LTI) - #AI-powered assistant that can integrate into third party Learning Management Systems (LMS) #GoogleEdu #KikerLearning #AIEdu #edtech #EduSky workspaceupdates.googleblog.com/2024/12/Gemi...

Introducing Gemini Learning Tools Interoperability (LTI™)

What’s changing We’re pleased to introduce Gemini LTI™, an AI-powered assistant that can integrate into third party Learning Management Syst...

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Rich Kiker @kikerlearning.com · Dec 6

#GoogleEDU Year In Review: 2024 Highlights + What’s Next in 2025???

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#KikerLearning #EdTech #EduSky #AI #AIEdu

Year In Review: 2024 Highlights + What’s Next in 2025

YouTube video by Google for Education

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EduMatch @edumatch.bsky.social · Dec 5

Welcome to the #EduMatch starter packs:

@rkiker.bsky.social
@gpmt1.bsky.social
@jasonflom.bsky.social
@christinestokes.bsky.social

Want to join? Fill out this form: bit.ly/EduMatch-Blu...

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Rich Kiker @kikerlearning.com · Dec 5

Listen to your first-ever 2024 Spotify Wrapped AI podcast, built with NotebookLM from Google - Team effort to create a personalized #AI podcast about your year in audio. blog.google/technology/g... #EduSky #GoogleEDU #KikerLearning #edchat

Listen to your first-ever 2024 Spotify Wrapped AI podcast, built with Google's NotebookLM

NotebookLM is partnering with Spotify to create a personalized Wrapped AI podcast.

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Rich Kiker @kikerlearning.com · Dec 5

Check out the #GoogleEDU Starter Pack! go.bsky.app/VgfFB2W @ericcurts.bsky.social @sarahdateechur.bsky.social @ditchthattextbook.com @tommullaney.bsky.social Who are we missing in the #EduSky community?

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Rich Kiker @kikerlearning.com · Dec 5

Ways @GoogleforEdu supported learning and education in 2024. All of this progress makes me very proud that #KikerLearning is the Google Professional Development Partner of the Year for 2024. Let's go 2025...

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Rich Kiker @kikerlearning.com · Dec 5

Additional data protection in Gemini (gemini.google.com) when using a school account is now available workspaceupdates.googleblog.com/2024/08/addi... #GoogleEDU #KikerLearning #EduSky #AI

Additional data protection in Gemini (gemini.google.com) when using a school account is now available

What’s changing Earlier this year, we brought Gemini for Google Workspace to education communities with two new paid add-ons . At that time...

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EduSky Team @eduskyteam.com · Dec 4

Hey There #EduSky time to say howdy to these community members and give them a follow:

@traceypittsedu.bsky.social
@ajsteinmetz.com
@rkiker.bsky.social
@drdsw.bsky.social
@shortsscience.bsky.social
@juststarttech.bsky.social

a cartoon frog with the words howdy written on it

Alt: a cartoon frog with the words howdy written on it

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Rich Kiker @kikerlearning.com · Dec 4

Interested in getting started with #Gemini? Here is a cheat sheet our team built for our schools and districts getting started with #AI #EduSky #KikerLearning #GoogleEDU drive.google.com/file/d/13E9E...

Making Your Life Easier with Gemini for Google Workspace.pdf

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Rich Kiker @kikerlearning.com · Dec 4

Figma has a wonderful collection of classroom activities. Many are free to use including gratitude activities, weekly writing prompts, and much more. www.figma.com/community/cl...
#edtech #KikerLearning #edchat #EduSky

Figma Community: Explore templates, plugins, and widgets published by the community

Explore, install and use thousands of templates, plugins, and widgets published to the Figma Community by designers and developers.

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Susie Dent @susiedent.com · Dec 1

Word of the day is a favourite, from old Scots.

To ‘tartle’ is to hesitate while introducing someone because you have completely forgotten their name.

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Rich Kiker @kikerlearning.com · Dec 2

Fascinating insight on the #global #economy and #gdp per capita. Interesting perspective.

www.visualcapitalist.com/ranked-u-s-s...

Ranked: U.S. States vs. G7 Countries by GDP per Capita

Why compare American states vs G7 economies? Answer: for a granular look at how America has left its peers in the dust.

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EduSky Team @eduskyteam.com · Nov 26

Hi #EduSky Here are some peeps to follow

@samb52.bsky.social
@miescritorion-line.bsky.social
@tricksybell.bsky.social
@debniven.bsky.social
@stamimi.bsky.social
@gibsoale.bsky.social
@marigstech.bsky.social
@lisabijit.bsky.social
@lorrieannmelnick.bsky.social
@pmdewitt.bsky.social

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