Google Workspace Updates

Tech Tip Tuesday (November 14, 2023)

New things in Google!

Use a Building Block for a quick meeting agenda, draft an email or add images easily inside Docs, or create your own custom building block!

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GIFs and stickers are coming to Slides soon!

Quickly add a little flair and a new spin in your presentations and teaching resources!

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Annotate over your slides in presentation mode with the built-in pen!

Now available in all Google accounts!

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Google for Education Updates

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Education App Hub

Need to see what works with Google and need some inspiration?

Check out what might work in the Education App Hub!

Check with district policies and what is currently allowed in FSD145's LearnPlatform to see if it's currently usable!

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Check Image Sources Online

In the age of AI images, check to see where an image originates. See more about where it came from, including metadata

While you're at it, check out Google's Fact Check Explorer to check out the validity of a source!

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Get help with math, physics, and geometry

Google is launching new features in Search to provide more detailed, step-by-step explanations for math questions and more high-quality information from educational sites for science searches.

The math explanations will roll out in English over the next few months, starting with algebra, while the science improvements will begin first in English.

🔗I think I have a question for you, but I cant remember. Just snag a time slot!