Throughout this school year, we've been exploring the Jordan School District's Portrait of a Graduate and how our Digital Learning Big 6 tools can help develop these essential characteristics in our students. Watch this video for quick examples of how Canva can be effectively utilized to nurture each of these traits in our learners.
DTL Spotlight
Canvas Connect- Modernize Speedgrader
Modernize Speedgrader
Grading is at the heart of every educator's workflow, and with large classes and data-heavy tasks, it can sometimes slow you down. The goal of the SpeedGrader modernization is to optimize performance for a faster, more seamless experience, especially for those working with larger courses or complex assignments. By upgrading the backend technology, we’ve ensured that SpeedGrader can handle high-demand tasks more efficiently and with greater reliability.
Key Improvements
- Faster Load Times
- With the infrastructure improvements, SpeedGrader now loads grades, submissions, and data more quickly, even for larger classes, with notably faster initial page loads and quicker transitions between students.
- Increased Stability
- We’ve made the system more resilient to handle heavy grading periods, minimizing errors and ensuring a more reliable experience across the board.
New Features for Schoolai
Schoolai by dtaylor
At ISTE Schoolai is announcing some new features and changes. Check out the changes the end of June. It is going to be an exciting time!
Nearpod News- May 2025
May 25 Nearpod News by ross.rogers
May 2025 Google News- Gem “and I”
Watch the GEG Utah April 2025 Meet Up: Gem "and I" as we discuss ways Gemini can take your home and work life to the next level. Could Gemini be the answer to your daily struggles? 👀 ✨ The slide deck can be found here.
Innovate 💡:
- Make sure to check out our other GEG Utah videos on our revamped GEG Utah Youtube Channel!
- Update: The GEG North American groups have standardized their online presence. We've transitioned to a sleek, unified website template. Say goodbye to the old site and hello to our fresh, new digital home!
Cultivate :
- GEG Utah wants YOU! Join our leadership team for 2025-2026 and help shape the future of Google for Education in Utah. Apply now using the following form: GEG Utah Leadership Interest Form for the 2025-2026 school year
Google Training (Your Summer Homework) 📚:
- In March 2025, Google released a brand new, free Google AI course for educators: Get Started with Google AI in K12 Education.
- If you haven't yet had the time, take the Generative AI for Educators course.
- Explore Google’s Advancing Education with AI.
- Read through Google’s A Guide to AI in Education.
- Take the Introduction to Generative AI Learning Path.
MOST IMPORTANT THING- PLEASE READ:
- GEG Utah will be hosting our first annual Gemini Academy on June 9, 2025. Join us for an immersive workshop designed to unlock the educational potential of Gemini, where you'll discover innovative ways to enhance teaching and learning. Everyone with an interest in learning more about Gemini is invited to attend!
Feel free to share this information with other educators! We hope to see you IRL sometime this summer. 🌞