In today’s digital age, children are increasingly exposed to online content and communication platforms. As educators and parents, it’s crucial to stay informed about their online experiences...
https://www.whiteboardblog.co.uk/2024/04/ofcom-2024-report-into-childrens-media-use-and-attitudes/
Ideogram AI is a new generative AI image tool that can transform text into images with impressive typography. Ideogram – AI Image Generation with Readable Text The Whiteboard Blog - Educatio...
https://www.whiteboardblog.co.uk/2024/04/ideogram-ai-image-generation-with-readable-text/
Are you an Microsoft office user? Are you aware of Copilot Pro, the new AI tool for Microsoft Office? Do you want to know if it’s worth shelling out a monthly subscription for? Copilot Pro is...
https://www.whiteboardblog.co.uk/2024/04/using-copilot-pro-ai-assistant-in-word-is-it-worth-it/
In today’s digital age, presentations are an indispensable tool for conveying information effectively. While Microsoft PowerPoint is the go-to choice for many, accessing its new AI-powered feat...
https://www.whiteboardblog.co.uk/2024/04/use-ai-to-create-powerpoint-presentations-for-free/
In the rapidly evolving landscape of education, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force. From personalized learning platforms to administrative automation, AI’s poten...
Suno.ai is an AI-powered website that allows you to create songs and tunes based on a particular theme. It is a fun and engaging tool that can be used by teachers to create revision songs or to i...
https://www.whiteboardblog.co.uk/2024/03/suno-create-songs-with-ai/
Microsoft Copilot Pro is an AI assistant designed to enhance productivity and efficiency within Microsoft Office applications. In this article, we will explore the features and capabilities of Co...
https://www.whiteboardblog.co.uk/2024/03/microsoft-excel-with-ai-copilot-pro-a-beginners-guide/
So my daughter is nearly 7 and this weekend we heard the fateful words “Daddy, can I play Roblox? All my friends are playing it”. And so after years of talking about online safety in schools,...
https://www.whiteboardblog.co.uk/2024/03/keeping-children-safe-online-a-guide-to-3-popular-games/
QR codes offer a seamless way to direct students to online resources, homework assignments, or educational websites. They can be scanned using a smartphone or tablet, making them accessible for c...
https://www.whiteboardblog.co.uk/2024/03/creating-qr-codes-in-google-chrome/
Microsoft Copilot is a free alternative to ChatGPT. It’s a powerful option, making use of ChatGPT 4 without a subscription. This guide will introduce you to Copilot’s features and show you ho...
https://www.whiteboardblog.co.uk/2024/03/a-teachers-guide-to-microsoft-copilot/
In a couple of my online safety CPD sessions over the past few weeks, students have mentioned TikToks they have seen of teachers in the classroom, and that inspired discussion about the issues wi...
https://www.whiteboardblog.co.uk/2024/02/should-teachers-be-making-tiktoks-in-lessons/
Ever wanted to create professional-looking videos without the hassle of complex software? FlexClip is a great site that you can use to create educational videos to share with your students. It is...
https://www.whiteboardblog.co.uk/2024/02/flexclip-free-browser-based-video-editing-tool/
Over on my ScienceFix blog I recently shared an idea for using Ai-generated images to create crazy animals to teach about adaptation. One thing I became aware of while writing about it was that m...
https://www.whiteboardblog.co.uk/2024/02/create-ai-images-with-padlets-i-cant-draw-tool/
Creating the perfect prompt for AI-driven lesson planning is an art form that blends specificity, clarity, and creativity. As educators begin to explore the potential of artificial intelligence i...
https://www.whiteboardblog.co.uk/2024/02/ai-lesson-planning-crafting-the-perfect-prompt/
Reading Coach in Microsoft Teams has already been providing learners with personalized reading practice, and instant feedback about pronunciation and fluency. At the BETT show last month they ann...
https://www.whiteboardblog.co.uk/2024/02/microsoft-launch-a-new-ai-powered-reading-coach/
What did it feel like when Neil Armstrong went to the moon. How did Charles Darwin get his love of nature? Wouldn’t it be great if we could just ask them? Well with the magic of Ai you can, sor...
https://www.whiteboardblog.co.uk/2024/02/use-ai-to-mimic-conversations-with-historical-figures/
Skybox is a new AI tool from Blockade Labs that lets you create immersive 3D worlds in a variety of styles, from a simple text prompt. What is a skybox? A skybox is a technique to create realisti...
https://www.whiteboardblog.co.uk/2024/02/create-immersive-3d-worlds-with-skybox-ai/
As we approach Safer Internet Day on February 6th, I wanted to share some valuable resources to help you educate both parents and students about online safety. These links cover crucial topics an...
https://www.whiteboardblog.co.uk/2024/01/get-prepared-for-safer-internet-day-6th-feb/
As I wandered around the BETT show last week I was struck by just how many different types of interactive screens there are, and just how many options are now available in terms of software. Alon...
https://www.whiteboardblog.co.uk/2024/01/interactive-whiteboard-software-where-are-we-now/
BETT is the largest educational technology event in the world (maybe), attracting professionals and technology companies from the global education field every year. I popped along again this year...
https://www.whiteboardblog.co.uk/2024/01/my-bett-2024-highlights/
Google has announced new updates to Workspace for Education that will be unveiled at the BETT 2024 show. These updates are aimed at making it easier for educators to create, manage, and share int...
https://www.whiteboardblog.co.uk/2024/01/google-announces-new-education-updates-at-bett-2024/
If you want to make videos, but hate appearing in videos, then you can use Canva to produce videos full of stock video and images and simply import your own voice recording. If you don’t like y...
https://www.whiteboardblog.co.uk/2024/01/how-to-create-videos-in-canva/
Are you looking to create a timeline swiftly and efficiently in PowerPoint? In this video tutorial, I’ll walk you through a rapid method that simplifies the process. While there are multiple wa...
https://www.whiteboardblog.co.uk/2023/12/quickly-create-powerpoint-timelines-using-smartart/
Jamboard is closing down, but that doesn’t mean you have to lose all your hard work. Here’s a quick guide for importing all your Jamboard files across into Figjam. All your jamboard files and...
https://www.whiteboardblog.co.uk/2023/12/how-to-import-your-google-jamboard-files-into-figjam/
Google Jamboard is closing down soon. Figjam is an excellent replacement that actually has more features than Jamboard, but keeps the simplicity of collaboration with large groups of students. An...
https://www.whiteboardblog.co.uk/2023/12/getting-started-with-figjam/