- Appropriate Use: Generative AI
- Purpose and Audience
- About this Guidance
- What is Google Gemini?
- Potential risks associated with using AI within Education
- Google Gemini Use Cases and Feedback
- Useful Google Links
- Advancing Education Using Google AI - Google for Education
- Generative AI for Educators - Grow with Google
- Gemini Apps Privacy Hub - Gemini Apps Help
- How to write a prompt
- Responsibility checklist
- 5 must knows to get started with Generative AI
- Watch this before using Generative AI
- Uplevel your learning with Generative AI
- Education Scotland - Google Gemini in Glow Support Document
- User Feedback
Appropriate Use: Generative AI #
Please note: It is the responsibility of the user, not to attempt to enter prompts in order to generate inappropriate or concerning text or imagery when using Generative AI tools and not to enter any personal, sensitive or confidential information.
Purpose and Audience #
The purpose of this page is to provide information around Generative AI (GenAI) and some key considerations when using such tools in an education context.
This page will explore the ways in which these tools can be used ethically, safely and securely.
This page is aimed at educators and those local authority colleagues who support learning, teaching and assessment.
About this Guidance #
This guidance has been co-designed with practitioners and local authority representatives to provide advice on the ways in which Google Gemini could be used appropriately to support learning, teaching and assessment.
The guidance has been divided into key themes with guiding principles.
Google Gemini Themes
In line with what wider research and practice tells us about the use of AI in education (AIED), this guidance focuses on the following thematic approaches:
Google Gemini Best Use Principles
The guidance is underpinned by the following principles:
The Institute for Ethical AI in Education has proposed a framework to support educator understanding of these best use principles.
What is Google Gemini? #
Google Gemini is a generative AI tool that can answer a range of questions and compose content in a variety of formats. It is accessible via a web browser with a user being required to sign in before accessing the service. Users enter requests in the form of a prompt and will be presented with the results. Users will be able to choose from 3 drafts of Google Gemini’s response. They can choose one that meets their needs or use information from each of the drafts. Users can modify the responses by choosing ‘shorter, longer, simpler, more casual or more professional’ options depending on their requirements. Users can also click the Google icon to double-check the responses. Google Gemini will then link content in the responses to where it was selected from. This is useful for checking results and for citing content.
Please note that Google Gemini is an 18+ app and will only be available to staff within Glow, if your local authority or establishment have requested it.
Gemini is still under development. You should review any information it provides before presenting it to your learners. However, it can be a valuable tool to boost creativity, improve lesson planning, and support teaching.
Whilst teaching about and with AI is still relatively rare in schools, there are initiatives taking place in countries such as America, China, Germany and Singapore, to introduce AI literacy to the classroom. See Broader Global AI Landscape for more information regarding this.
Within Scotland there are a number of local authorities, schools and individual teachers already exploring what such learning might look like for children and young people.
What is Generative AI?
Generative AI is a broad term used to describe a type of artificial intelligence that can create new content, such as text, music, images, video or code, based on user instructions or prompts.
Google Gemini Models
The solution we have available via Glow is the basic Google Gemini that’s free to use.
However, there are various different versions depending on requirements and if users are willing to pay for a solution.
There are also Google Gemini Workspace solutions that are embedded into Google Workspace for Education, supporting with saving teacher time on everyday tasks, creating captivating learning experiences, and inspiring fresh ideas, all in a private and secure environment. These solutions come in 2 paid for licence models called Gemini Education and Gemini Education Premium.
Potential risks associated with using AI within Education #
It is important to understand and manage the potential risks that are associated with the use of AI.
Please note: It is the responsibility of the user, not to attempt to enter prompts in order to generate inappropriate or concerning text or imagery when using Generative AI tools and not to enter any personal, sensitive or confidential information.
Please see the table below that outlines some of the potential risks and mitigations that can be put in place.
Click on the plus next to each risk.
Google Gemini Use Cases and Feedback #
A pilot program with Argyll & Bute and Clackmannashire assessed Google Gemini’s effectiveness for educators. Participants found Gemini significantly reduced workload by supporting tasks like planning for lessons, quizzes, and assessments. The AI tool also boosted creativity by generating ideas and diverse learning materials. However, limitations of the free version used, such as inability to process uploaded documents, were noted. Overall, the program showed Gemini’s potential to support learning, teaching and assessment, but emphasised the need for user oversight and critical thinking to ensure accuracy and effectiveness.
Useful Google Links #
The Google for Education links below have been collated to support practitioners who’d like to explore the use of Google Gemini in an Education context.
Please also remember to reach out to the Glow Engagement team if you are using Google Gemini in the classroom, we’d be delighted to hear from you!
Google for Education
Training
Information Security
Google Documentation
Google Documentation
YouTube – Google
YouTube – Google
YouTube – Google
Education Scotland – Google Gemini in Glow Support Document #
All of the information on this page is available as a downloadable document below.
User Feedback #
If you are using Google Gemini via Glow in your local authority or establishment, the Glow team would be keen to hear from you.
Please reach out via [email protected] to share your feedback, or set up a quick call with a Product Manager.
