Daren White

VEO 3 now available to pro users in the UK.
Pretty incredible according to Ernie, although he swears it wasn't him and he's been framed. So now Ernie and I are having a chat about the positive and negative potential of video generation with AI, and responsible use.

Just as a platform currently but you never know

I have and really like it.

Ranga's Take on Digital Invigilation and the Future of Exams A reflection on the issues raised in this TES article about AQA’s perspective

Read my latest substack - Ranga's Take on digital invigilators open.substack.com/pub/rangaedu...

Thought for the day:

Depending on the task in question, AI won't necessarily perform better than every human....

....but it will perform significantly better than some.

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Over 700 people have now accessed my FREE ebook "50 keys to unlocking peak productivity".

Are you one of them? If you are, what's your favourite tip?

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Thought for the 16th century:

Em dashes — versatile punctuation for emphasis, interruption, or explanation.

Use them wisely to add punch and clarity to your writing while you can!

Ranga's Take on AI action figures What the recent trend teaches us about the importance of play.

Action figure anyone? Brand new, in box rangaedu.substack.com/p/rangas-tak...

The road ahead is fraught with danger… we have to prepare young people to develop their adaptability quotient as well as their IQ & EQ #sketchnotes

YouTube video by Ranga_EDU Canva - Magic Insights

Just took 5 minutes to have a look at Magic Insights from #CanvaCreate

Awesome resource for visual storytelling!!

youtu.be/a0KyaqWJAKg

❔ What's your favourite feature from #CanvaCreate?

For me it has to be Canva Code, but there are so many to explore!

Awesome sauce from Canva and all FREE for education

Ranga's Take on audio overviews Ears Wide Open, Minds Wide Shut?

👂🏾 Are you really listening? #Edusky Check out my latest blog on Substack: open.substack.com/pub/rangaedu...

YouTube video by Ranga_EDU #CanvaCreate Canva Can Code

One of the most exciting things to come out of #CanvaCreate is that Canva Can Code.

here's a quick demonstration of how it works.

What might you ask Canva to code for your learners?

youtu.be/RW7Ow6budUQ

YouTube video by Ranga_EDU Canva Create - Image editing

So much to unpack from #CanvaCreate but sometimes it's the little things that give you perspective 😉 youtu.be/F6KwiBaSxpw

Me : Hey Canva - I bet you can't code me an interactive explainer for the water cycle.

Canva - Hold my beer

#CanvaCreate #CanvaCode

tuatara.my.canva.site/interactive-...

These days, when you're bored waiting for your wife at the opticians, you can create some pretty good AI generated content on sketchy 4G.
Looking forward to delivering more keynotes and workshops in the coming months.

Prompt > Image > Video (ChatGPT and Sora)

Technology can sometimes become the scapegoat for wider frustrations in work and life.

Quality coaching conversations can help to unpack these and often help find solutions that stretch beyond the tech.

#coaching #sketchnote

Automatic Teleprompter with Custom Text and Controls - Manus Manus is a general AI agent that turns your thoughts into actions. It excels at various tasks in work and life, getting everything done while you rest.

This morning I got access to Manus. I tasked it with creating a teleprompter for me to use on web or mobile.
With not very clear natural language I asked & received.

Watch the replay
manus.im/share/8HQ34o...

Access the teleprompter below: csoncfab.manus.space

If you're getting bent out of shape about a photo of someone with dementia not looking like they did a few years ago, you need to give your head a wobble.

Just because you're uncomfortable facing reality, doesn't mean you can pile in.

Dementia is a cruel disease.

YouTube video by Ranga_EDU Brisk teaching: Create a student boost pulse check

Create a Boost activity and get real time feedback on pupil progress in seconds, from any website or document with Brisk #EduSky

youtu.be/QmzaXbZC5kg

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Almost 500 views now on my FREE eBook 📖 - 50 keys to unlocking peak productivity.

How many have you tried? What's your favourite? What's brand new to you?

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#aiineducation Thought for the day: The question is not whether AI can teach, but whether we can teach AI to teach wisely and effectively.

RangaEDU My goal is to help people find creative solutions to big challenges, in fun and engaging ways. Daren

I've put together this simple starter guide for parents about using LLMs.

Get the full PDF here: rangaedu.com/books

#AIinEducation #LLMs #EduSky

YouTube video by Ranga_EDU Canva Accessibility Checks

Did you know Canva did this?

youtube.com/shorts/dsil6...

A split-screen image showcasing the 'Sketch to print quality in seconds' feature of ChatGPT 4.0. The left side displays the text 'Sketch to print quality in seconds' and 'ChatGPT 4.0' against a dark background. The right side shows two images: the top image is a simple line drawing of a building with a clock tower and multiple windows. Below it is the output image, a colourful, clean illustration of the same building, now with orange walls, a blue roof, and a visible clock face, demonstrating the improvement in quality. A text box between the two images reads: 'Take this terrible line drawing and tidy it up so it looks clear, professional and colourful. Make it print quality

If you can sketch it, no matter the quality - ChatGPT's new image gen can handle the clean up for you with ease!

Prompt: Take this terrible line drawing and tidy it up so it looks clear, professional and colourful. Make it print quality. #EduSky

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400 people have accessed this FREE 50 keys to unlocking peak productivity eBook.

If you're one of them, I'd love to know which of the 50 keys spoke to you the most. (Pop something in the comments below)

Take a look - you might just like it! #EduSKy

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YouTube video by Ranga_EDU Gemini 2 5 Pro Experimental - a first look

Gemini 2.5 Pro Experimental just launched in AI Studio, so I took it for a quick spin while dinner's on.

Might help me solve big problems, might save a few office plants 🪴 #AIinEducation #EduSky

youtu.be/YCiiCvNXlOc

"You are an independent ley audience member listening to me speak in a public forum on the topic of [topic]. The intended audience is made up of [audience] I want you to listen carefully and then provide me with the following feedback: What aspects communicated well? (why was that?) What did not communicate so clearly? (how might I improve that?) Was there any content that might be triggering where I should highlight this in advance? (explain) What questions might arise from the audience? (maximum 5) Then provide 3 creative ideas to improve the experience for the audience."

🎙️ Have you got to speak in public soon? Are you worried how you might come across?

😟 Imposter syndrome is real, right?

💡 How about using an LLM in voice mode for feedback while you rehearse?

Try a prompt like this and then start speaking. #EduSky

Thought for the day: As adults, are many of us too focused on being replaced & therefore dismissive? Are we overly constrained by rules & norms? Does the creativity of youth & the willingness to explore AI mean the next generation are actually more likely to make us redundant than AI itself?