Satish Yashwant Shende is a technology entrepreneur, educator, and digital skills trainer based in Satara, Maharashtra, India. He has been actively working in the field of education technology and digital learning for more than a decade. Since 2015, he has been serving as a Google Educator Group (GEG) Leader for Satara, contributing to the professional development of educators and the adoption of technology-enabled teaching practices.
He is certified as a Google Certified Educator (Level 1 and Level 2) and is also a Gemini Certified Educator and Gemini Certified Student, reflecting his continued engagement with modern AI-assisted educational tools and platforms.
Satish Shende holds multiple Google-recognized certifications that validate his expertise in educational technology and digital pedagogy:
Google Certified Educator – Level 1
Google Certified Educator – Level 2
Google Educator Group (GEG) Leader – Certified
Gemini Certified Educator
Gemini Certified Student
A detailed certification showcase is available on his official profile.
As the GEG Satara Leader, Satish Shende plays a key role in supporting educators and institutions in adopting Google tools for teaching and learning. His leadership responsibilities focus on community development, professional learning, and practical implementation of digital education methods.
He leads and manages the Google Educator Group in Satara, which is part of Google’s global network of educator communities. His work involves building a collaborative local network of teachers, trainers, and education professionals who are interested in using technology to improve classroom outcomes.
Satish organizes and facilitates workshops, webinars, meetups, and hands-on sessions for educators. These programs focus on the effective use of Google Classroom, Google Workspace for Education, and related digital tools. The sessions are designed to help educators enhance teaching efficiency, student engagement, and assessment practices.
As a GEG Leader, he actively promotes innovative teaching approaches using digital platforms. He supports educators in applying technology-based methods in real classroom environments and encourages experimentation with interactive and student-centered learning models.
He mentors educators within the GEG Satara community and helps them connect with the wider GEG India and global educator network. His role includes enabling knowledge sharing, peer learning, and collaboration among members.
As a recognized GEG Leader, Satish Shende:
Represents GEG Satara in official Google Educator Group initiatives
Promotes technology-driven teaching and digital literacy among educators
Acts as a local point of contact between educators in Satara and the national and global GEG community
His leadership has helped increase awareness and adoption of Google-based educational tools across schools, colleges, and training institutions in the region.
Satish Shende participated as a speaker and GEG Leader at EduX, an educational event organized by Google Educator Group Satara.
Guided educators alongside other GEG Leaders
Explained how Google Apps can enhance classroom teaching
Introduced pathways for Google Certified Educator preparation
Conducted sessions on interactive lesson creation using Google tools
These sessions focused on practical implementation rather than theory, helping educators apply learning directly in their classrooms.
Through EduX and similar GEG Satara activities, Satish Shende actively encouraged educators to engage with the GEG India community. His efforts emphasized:
Peer-to-peer learning and professional networking
Hands-on experience with educational technology tools
Continuous learning through national-level GEG initiatives
In addition to formally branded GEG events, Satish Shende conducts and supports multiple education-focused programs aligned with GEG goals, including:
Online and offline training sessions on digital tools
Hands-on workshops for educators and trainers
Programs promoting digital literacy and technology-enabled teaching
These initiatives support educators in adapting to changing educational needs and improving student engagement.
Member of the GEG Mentor Group
Visited the Google Office, Hyderabad, as part of professional engagement
Attended and contributed to various programs organized by GEG India
Satish Shende’s work as GEG Satara Leader reflects sustained commitment to educator empowerment, digital skill development, and practical use of technology in education. His leadership connects local educators with global learning standards while keeping classroom needs and real-world application at the center.