AI Tools

🤖 Gemini (Google AI)

Works within Google Docs, Slides, and Gmail

Create custom Gems for repeated tasks and workflows

Use NotebookLM to analyze and interact with documents and sources

Share Gems and NotebookLM notebooks with students

Integrates with Canvas to support classroom workflows

👉 Best for Google-based workflows, document analysis, and student-facing AI experiences

💬 ChatGPT

Generate lesson ideas, explanations, and instructional materials

Use GPTs for specialized tasks and tools

Collaborate and share conversations with others

Support planning, differentiation, and content creation

👉 Best for flexible planning, brainstorming, and collaboration

⚡ Brisk Teaching

Provide fast feedback on student work

Generate resources directly from existing content

Support instructional planning and content creation

Streamline everyday teaching tasks

👉 Best for saving time and working directly with classroom materials

🎨 Canva (AI Tools)

Generate presentations, graphics, and classroom materials using Magic Design

Create and edit text with built-in AI writing tools

Design visuals using templates and an intuitive drag-and-drop interface

Support student creativity through accessible, easy-to-use tools

👉 Best for creating classroom materials, presentations, and student projects with ease

🎬 Adobe Express (AI Tools)

Create graphics, videos, and multimedia content

Use AI to generate images, text effects, and design elements

Edit photos and remove backgrounds with one click

Build polished visual and video projects using Adobe tools

👉 Best for creating multimedia content, videos, and more polished visual projects

Canvas IgniteAI Agent

Built directly into Canvas to support teaching and learning

Helps generate course content, assignments, and instructional materials

Supports feedback, discussions, and student interactions

Enhances existing Canvas workflows with AI assistance

👉 Best for using AI directly within your Canvas courses