The Shake Up Learning Show with Kasey Bell

#254: Google Classroom got a whole lot of updates this summer, and in episode 253 I promised I'd come back and go deeper. This is that episode. I'm walking through the redesigned homepage, how to build and assign a Gemini Notebook or a Gem right from Classwork, the new AI rubric generation, and the learning goals tracking that quietly showed up in your gradebook. Plus the honest caveats: what your admin has to turn on, and what you can't see about how your students are using AI. In this episode, you'll learn: What actually changed on the new Classroom homepage, and why yours may look different from mine How to assign a Gemini Notebook or a Gem straight from the Classwork page How to build a Study partner Gem from a unit doc you already have (this week's AI Tip) How to generate a brand new rubric from inside the assignment creation page How to track learning goals and see student performance by standard What the student Gemini tab means now that it's open to all ages, and what you can't monitor The three questions to send your admin before you plan a single lesson around this ⭐ Full show notes and links: https://shakeuplearning.com/254 ⭐ Gemini AI in Google Classroom masterclass: https://shakeuplearning.com/geminimaster 🏆 Want PD credit for this session? ALL ACCESS members earn a certificate. 👉 Back-to-School Sale: 50% off quarterly ALL ACCESS through August 30 — https://member.shakeuplearning.com 📺 Visit Shake Up Learning on YouTube

#252: NotebookLM is one of the most underused AI tools in education, and in this session, Ashley Shanley walks you through exactly how to put it to work in your classroom. From generating AI-powered podcasts to interactive quizzes, mind maps, explainer videos, and study guides, you'll see how NotebookLM turns your existing documents into engaging learning experiences, without ever pulling from the open web. In this session, you'll learn: What NotebookLM is and how its closed-loop, source-only model protects student data How to use the Studio features: audio overviews, slide decks, explainer videos, mind maps, reports, flashcards, and quizzes How to support English Language Learners with multilingual output (50+ languages) Data privacy best practices for using AI responsibly in K-12 classrooms (FERPA, COPPA, PII) How to turn a boring PDF or slideshow into a student-ready podcast or video in minutes Remember, today's episode is available in both video and audio formats. Check the description below for a link to access the video and blog post. And you can get credit for this session inside our ALL ACCESS Teacher Membership, also linked below. ➡️ Full video and blog post 📺 Visit Shake Up Learning on YouTube 🏆 Want PD credit for this session? ALL ACCESS members earn a certificate for every Summer Learning Series session they complete — perfect your district's PD requirements. 👉 Join ALL ACCESS: https://member.shakeuplearning.com 📅 Register for the FREE Summer Learning Series: https://shakeuplearning.com/summer The Summer Learning Series is a free professional development event for K-12 teachers, coaches, and leaders from Shake Up Learning. New sessions drop every Tuesday and Thursday all summer long.

#250: What happens when you put creativity at the center of an AI-powered classroom? Joe and Kristen Merrill — teachers, authors, and the dynamic duo behind the InterACTIVE Class series — are here to show you. In this session, Joe and Kristen take tried-and-true classroom strategies and give them a modern twist, blending emerging AI tools with the kind of meaningful, student-driven creation that meets every learner where they are. You'll walk away with real lessons pulled directly from their own classrooms — not theory, but practice you can use tomorrow. They'll explore how to move students beyond passive consumption and into authentic creation using tools like Canva, Adobe Express, School AI, Book Creator, Snorkl, Padlet, and app smashing techniques that bring it all together. 🎨 Tools covered: Canva · Adobe Express · School AI · Book Creator · Snorkl · Padlet · App Smashing 📚 Get their new book: Creation in a World of AI → https://amzn.to/4aa5pOL 🏆 Want PD credit for this session? ALL ACCESS members earn a certificate for every Summer Learning Series session they complete — perfect for relicensure hours or your district's PD requirements. 👉 Join ALL ACCESS: https://member.shakeuplearning.com 📅 Register for the FREE Summer Learning Series: https://shakeuplearning.com/summer The Summer Learning Series is a free professional development event for K-12 teachers, coaches, and leaders from Shake Up Learning. New sessions drop every Tuesday and Thursday all summer long.

#248: Did you know your school Google account can now build AI agents — for free? In this episode, Kasey Bell breaks down Google Workspace Studio, Google's new no-code AI agent builder available to teachers on Google Workspace for Education Fundamentals. No coding required. No extra cost. Just smart automation powered by Gemini that runs in the background while you teach. Kasey walks you through exactly who can access Google Workspace Studio, how to get your admin to turn it on, and five real teacher workflows you can automate right now — including email triage, permission slip tracking, anonymous peer review, meeting prep briefs, and end-of-year newsletter drafts. Plus, get this week's AI Tip: how to use Gemini to write report card comments in seconds. In this episode, you'll learn: What Google Workspace Studio is and how it works Who has access (hint: it's your school account, not personal Gmail) How to build your first AI agent with no coding experience 5 AI agent ideas built specifically for teachers How to use Gemini to draft report card comments faster 🔗 Google Workspace Studio ➡️ 🌴 FREE Summer Learning Series 🔗 Access the full show notes and blog post here 📙 Uncommon Sense Teaching Book Study (starts June 3) 📒 Anxious Generation Book Study (self-paced, start anytime) 🎟️ GET CREDIT for listening to this episode: Join the ALL ACCESS Membership 🛍️ Shop Our Store 📺 Visit Shake Up Learning on YouTube

#246: After spring break and during testing season, classroom management can start to unravel. In this episode, Kasey Bell shares a practical late-spring survival plan to help teachers reset expectations, reinforce routines, support student behavior, simplify parent communication, and protect their own energy with the help of AI. You'll hear real classroom examples for elementary, middle, and high school, plus simple ways to use AI prompts for behavior intervention plans, transitions, reflection activities, parent emails, and more. If you're looking for classroom management strategies that save time and reduce stress, this episode will show you how to use AI in practical, teacher-friendly ways. Plus, Kasey highlights resources from her book, AI for Classroom Management, and the AI Prompt Cheat Sheet for Classroom Management. 🔗 Access the full show notes and blog post here ➡️ AI for Classroom Management (book and cheat sheet) 🤖 Gemini Storybook Gem 🎟️ GET CREDIT for listening to this episode: Join the ALL ACCESS Membership 🛍️ Shop Our Store 📺 Visit Shake Up Learning on YouTube

#244: Choice boards can be a total game-changer for pre-test review—or a chaotic mess. In this episode, I'm sharing exactly what makes review choice boards work, what causes them to flop, and how to structure them so they boost test prep without creating extra stress. Whether you teach elementary or secondary, I'll walk you through the five non-negotiable rules for using choice boards effectively, the most common mistakes to avoid, and three ready-to-steal board models: retrieval practice, spiral review, and test skills. You'll leave with a clear plan for how to run choice boards in Google Classroom, manage submissions without headaches, and keep your students engaged and on track. ✅ We're not doing "extra." We're doing smarter, more targeted review. ✅ You'll get real talk, practical ideas, examples 🔗 Access the full show notes and blog post here 💥 FREE Gemini AI in Google Classroom Cheat Sheet for Teachers ➡️ NEW Course: Gemini AI in Google Classroom MASTER CLASS 🎟️ GET CREDIT for listening to this episode: Join the ALL ACCESS Membership 🛍️ Shop Our Store 📺 Visit Shake Up Learning on YouTube

#242: Ready to ditch unrealistic goals and finally create habits that stick? In this powerful New Year episode of the Shake Up Learning Show, Kasey Bell unpacks one of the most transformative ideas from Atomic Habits by James Clear: why systems—not goals—lead to lasting success. You'll discover how this mindset shift can impact your personal growth, your teaching practices, and even your students' learning. Plus, get a sneak peek at the upcoming All Access Book Study on Atomic Habits—starting January 7! 🎯 Learn how to: • Build better habits as a busy teacher • Apply the cue-craving-response-reward loop to your routines • Support students in creating positive habits that last • Use AI tools to automate and reinforce your new systems 👉 Sign up and join the book study at ShakeUpLearning.com/atomic 📝 Access the full show notes and blog post here 💥 FREE Fall & Winter AI Prompt Cheat Sheet for Teachers 🎟️ GET CREDIT: Join the ALL ACCESS Membership 🛍️ Shop Our Store 📺 Visit Shake Up Learning on YouTube

#240: Tired of spending hours building slide decks from scratch? In this episode, we're diving into four FREE AI tools that fully generate your teaching presentations—text, images, and structure included. I'll walk you through the good, the bad, and the downright ugly of using AI to create classroom or training slides, with real talk on what works for busy educators. Whether you're prepping a lesson, webinar, or PD session, find out which tools actually save you time—and which ones aren't worth it. 📝 Access the full show notes and blog post here 💥 FREE Fall & Winter AI Prompt Cheat Sheet for Teachers 🐥 BLACK FRIDAY SALE! (50% off the ALL ACCESS Membership!) 🎟️ GET CREDIT: Join the ALL ACCESS Membership 🛍️ Shop Our Store 📺 Visit Shake Up Learning on YouTube

#238: In this episode of the Shake Up Learning Show, Kasey Bell continues the conversation on how to refresh and reimagine dynamic learning for today's classrooms. Part 2 explores the final three shifts in the updated Dynamic Learning Framework, focusing on purposeful technology, meaningful growth, and sustainable teaching practices. Kasey unpacks: Why purpose-driven technology matters more than ever (and how to balance high- and low-tech strategies). How to move beyond task completion into long-term, iterative learning with tools like portfolios and ongoing feedback. The urgent need to shift from teacher survival mode to sustainable systems that support educator wellbeing. Whether you're a classroom teacher, coach, or school leader, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you prioritize what matters most—learning that lasts, tech that empowers, and support that sustains. 📌 Don't miss this important follow-up to Episode 237, where we covered the first three shifts in the framework. 📚 Join the Teacher Book Club! ➡️ Join the ALL ACCESS Membership for Teachers 🔗 Access the full show notes and blog post here 📺 Visit Shake Up Learning on YouTube

#236: In this episode of The Shake Up Learning Show, Kasey makes the case for integrating more low-tech learning strategies into your classroom. With tech fatigue on the rise and digital overwhelm impacting both teachers and students, it's time to find a healthier balance. Kasey shares 20 fresh, low-tech instructional ideas that are practical, engaging, and easy to implement—without requiring screens! From daily journal bursts to offline learning bingo, these ideas will help you reduce screen time while keeping students actively learning. Tune in to learn how these strategies align with our mission to support thoughtful, intentional use of technology—and get a sneak peek at our next book study of The Anxious Generation. Thank you to our sponsor: Everfi! Get FREE financial literacy lessons for your students here. 🎁 FREE Template: Offline Instagram Template ➡️ Blog post & show notes ➡️ Join the Book Study

#234: Ready to explore AI tools without the overwhelm? In this episode of The Shake Up Learning Show, I'm breaking down 15+ of the best AI tools for teachers—the ones that actually save time, support student learning, and make your teacher life easier. From lesson planning to differentiation, grading to engagement, these tools can help you work smarter, not harder. Whether you're new to AI or already experimenting, this guide will help you choose the right tools with confidence. Plus, don't miss our back-to-school resources! 💥 AI Prompt Cheat Sheet for Elementary Teachers (K-5) 💥 AI Prompt Cheat Sheet for Secondary Teachers (6-12) 💥 Back to School with AI: The Teacher's Guide 💥 FREE AI-Powered Back-to-School Checklist for Teachers 💥 FREE Back-to-School AI Prompt Cheat Sheet ✏️ Back to School Sale (Save 50% on ALL ACCESS Membership and get ALL the cheat sheets, guides, courses, and more, including the brand new Back-to-School with AI BUNDLE) ➡️ Learn more about our sponsor, Solution Tree, and what they can offer your school or district: SolutionTree.com/ShakeUpLearning ☀️ Catch Up on the FREE Summer Learning Series Access the full show notes and blog post here Visit Shake Up Learning on YouTube *Related: Back to School with Canva

#232: Ready to start the school year smarter, not harder? In this episode, Kasey Bell shares 10 practical and time-saving ways teachers can use AI to kick off the back-to-school season. From classroom setup and lesson planning to communication and classroom management, learn how to utilize tools like ChatGPT, Google Gemini, and MagicSchool AI—without the overwhelm. These strategies are designed to help K–12 teachers stay organized, reduce stress, and maximize their planning time. Plus, get a sneak peek at the brand-new AI-Powered Back-to-School Checklist for Teachers and the exclusive Back-to-School with AI BUNDLE available inside the All Access Membership. 💥 FREE AI-Powered Back-to-School Checklist for Teachers 💥 FREE Back-to-School AI Prompt Cheat Sheet ✏️ Back to School Sale (Save 50% on ALL ACCESS Membership, including the brand new Back-to-School with AI BUNDLE) ☀️ Catch Up on the FREE Summer Learning Series Access the full show notes and blog post here Visit Shake Up Learning on YouTube