Teacher Tech is a blog curated by Alice Keeler dedicated to student-centered learning with EdTech, providing practical strategies for using Google tools, AI, and digital resources to enhance engagement and deepen learning. Alice is known as the Queen of Spreadsheets, Teacher Tech features Google Sheets tips to improve workflow, streamline feedback, and create data-driven learning experiences. With a focus on pedagogy before technology, the blog emphasizes Depth of Knowledge (DOK) to move beyond rote memorization and promote critical thinking, problem-solving, and authentic learning. From Google Classroom tips to replacing worksheets with collaborative activities, Teacher Tech supports educators in creating connected classrooms that empower students to take ownership of their learning.
A short story about how Book Creator is still available through Kami, and how the two complement each other in a learning cycle to enhance your lessons. PLUS why Kami is more than just a PDF annotation tool.
Google Slides with all the math facts to practice.
Hate copying the URL from a website? Chrome makes it fast.
One of the first steps in starting a new school year is setting up your Google Classroom.
Quick Start Guide for Google Gemini
Get started with Vibe Coding using Gemini Canvas and then upgrade with Google Antigravity.
Active student engagement improves student learning. However it is not about entertaining but rather engaging critical thinking.
My opinion, ditch Magic School. Use Google Gemini Gems instead. They are free , integrated into your Google Workspace, safer with your data.
What is the difference between Gemini and Gems? How do I make a Gem? How do I use a Gem?
When using AI, Google Gemini, try out the Gemini Canvas tool to make cool things.
The key to Google Gemini or ChatGPT is having a good prompt, but they are hard to write. Let Gemini help you with that.
NotebookLM is one of the best AI tools an educator can use, and it’s free. However, you want to make sure you also vet the sources.
App Smash NotebookLM and Canva to create custom Infographics.
What is an Agent? It is an AI action that you don’t have to take. As teachers… we need more helpers doing things for us.
Google announced new TPU chips at Google Cloud NEXT 26. What does this mean for education?
Markdown uses simple text symbols to keep your formatting portable and clean across any digital platform. Gemini can help by accurately translating your collaborative drafts into this universal format, ensuring your content is ready for the web in seconds.
Google NotebookLM is AI grounded in the sources you provide it. It makes for a much more focused and accurate result for teachers and students.
AI is built into everything, including Google Sheets. However, how do you easily utilize AI when building spreadsheets, and particularly when you are reviewing student
Incorporating play in math education is not just a fanciful idea; it’s a transformative approach that has tangible benefits for both teachers and students. Play fosters an environment of exploration and curiosity, helping to dispel the myth that math is a dry, unapproachable subject. Through games and interactive activities, students are encouraged to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. This playful methodology aligns perfectly with fostering a growth mindset, breaking down barriers of anxiety and opening up new avenues for intellectual development. Ultimately, integrating play in math education can lead to deeper understanding, improved engagement, and a lifelong love of learning.
Check out how the Lenovo Chromebook Duet EDU G2 will make you excited about a Chromebook solution!
Many students dislike group work due to uneven workload, social conflicts, and unclear roles. This article explores why group work often fails and how structured strategies, including tools like Grouper, can make it more effective and fair.
Huge time saver, this drag to background feature in Google Slides is amazing. Check out how to quickly set a background image.
Educators often unknowingly violate copyright laws when using resources in the classroom. Understanding “fair use” and common pitfalls is essential to avoid legal trouble.
New to using Google Forms? This tool is essential for teachers to not only save time but to be adaptive to student needs. Use Forms to survey students, play games, personalize instruction, and assessment. This infographic on the 7 basic steps for a Google Form will help you get started.
Teachers of ELA classes will need to provide an Acceptable Use Policy for AI in the ELA Classroom. When school starts back up this is going to be essential for every ELA teacher to provide. If you are looking for an acceptable use policy for ChatGPT check out this sample from Alice Keeler.
Wanting to gamify your class with badges? One option is to create badges in Google Sheets. Create a list of achievements and add a badge for each one.
Looking for a fun and free way to group students in your class? Want more options than simply random sorting? Try grouper.school
Google Tasks is an underutilized organization tool. It’s built right into your Google Docs, Gmail, and more! Here is your ultimate guide.
In our pursuit of Martin Luther King Jr. and educational equity, it’s vital that we address the digital divide, a significant barrier to equal access to learning opportunities. This reflects the essence of what Martin Luther King Jr. stood for – a relentless quest for equity, particularly in education, where every student deserves a fair chance to succeed.
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If you use Google Forms, you want to link a Google Sheets spreadsheet to it. Once you’re in the spreadsheet, how do you manage Google Forms in Google Sheets?
How many of your documents in Google Drive say “Untited document.” Here are multiple ways for how to name a Google Doc.
Want to make an interactive lesson with your students? Use FigJam! Setting up a lesson in FigJam is easy. Here are some tips for getting started.
Using a Chromebook is more than just accessing the internet. To get the most out of the technology you need to pair the purchase with the right pedagogy. Here are 10 Tips for Teaching Effectively with a Lenovo Flex 5i Chromebook #LenovoChromebooks
When you add text onto Google Slides does it sometimes get lost in the image behind it? Alice Keeler shows you how to adjust the textbox to make it easier to read.
This is going to be amazing… and easy Use format painter in Google Sheets. It is truly fun to magically apply formatting in multiple places across your spreadsheet.
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Imagine having a team of teaching assistants who already know your syllabus and exactly how you like to give feedback. Join Google Certified Innovator Alice Keeler to learn how to use Google Gems to build a powerful collection of custom AI tools. We will explore how to engineer specific instructions so you can create a Grading Assistant or a Classroom Policy Manager that works for you. You will also learn how to leverage Gems shared by other educators to instantly expand your toolkit. This session is about super-powering your teaching by automating the routine tasks so you can focus on the students.