7 ways to kick-start back to school using Gemini in Workspace
Google Workspace with Gemini introduces seven AI-powered tools to help students organize schedules, summarize notes, generate presentations, and automate tasks for the upcoming academic year.
Google Workspace with Gemini now offers tools to help students manage academic workloads. Features include transforming spreadsheets into interactive planners, tracking assignments, and visualizing deadlines through customizable dashboards. Students can update information in either the spreadsheet or dashboard, with changes syncing automatically. The service is available to eligible college students with a free one-year subscription to Google AI Pro or Plus.
Gemini in Google Docs can convert disorganized class notes into structured study guides, highlighting key takeaways and generating sample exam questions. Users can also request infographics or diagrams to visually represent complex topics. The process involves highlighting notes in Docs and using the Ask Gemini side panel to generate summaries or visual aids, streamlining study preparation.
Gemini’s full-deck generator in Google Slides allows students to quickly convert syllabi, essays, or research papers into styled presentations. Users can describe their needs via prompts, upload reference files, or match existing presentation styles. This feature aims to reduce time spent on formatting while maintaining academic rigor in visual content.
Gmail’s AI Inbox and Google Meet’s note-taking features help students manage communications and meeting outcomes. AI Inbox organizes inbox chaos by highlighting deadlines and suggested tasks, while Google Meet’s Gemini integration captures action items and transcripts in Google Docs. Google Vids enables collaborative video creation with AI-generated music and avatars for projects or club initiatives.