The Google search engine has arguably saved students a considerable amount of time in finding information and narrowing down answers. On August 6, Google launched Guided Learning, a feature supported by Google’s LearnLM, a model designed for learning and educational research.
Guided Learning does not merely provide students with answers; it encourages participation by asking open-ended questions that foster discussion rather than supplying solutions. The feature breaks down problems or questions step-by-step, explaining them while adapting to the user’s learning style.
To clarify further, through multiple responses, Guided Learning offers users images, diagrams, quizzes, and videos to build and test their knowledge by emphasising the process.
Google, in a blog, stated that Guided Learning was created as a safe space for students to ask questions they might have initially thought of. The aim was for the feature to provide both quick answers and detailed explanations. It was also designed to be conversational and judgment-free, allowing users to explore topics freely.
Google collaborated with educators in developing Guided Learning to enhance teaching. The initiative was aimed at enabling students to explore and understand beyond the classroom and improve their problem-solving skills. To facilitate this, a dedicated link was developed for teachers to share with students or publish directly in Google Classroom, simplifying classroom integration. While developing features for students on Gemini, Guided Learning was infused with years of knowledge and informed by extensive experience from researchers, educators, and experts. These insights contributed to the foundation of LearnLM.
Recently, Google also introduced new features in Google’s AI mode to enhance students’ research and queries. They announced that users can now upload images or PDFs to AI Mode on desktop. This allows users to ask questions about the content they are viewing, whether it is a homework task or a PDF document. To expand their understanding beyond the main content, users can ask follow-up questions and upload lesson-related PDFS.
And in such a scenario where keeping structure can be difficult, the Canvas feature in AI Mode can be useful. The user can organise data and make plans across multiple sessions using Canvas. For instance, just tap the AI Mode and then the “Create Canvas” button to begin creating a study schedule for an impending test.
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AI Mode will start collecting everything on the Canvas side panel right away, and the user may utilise follow-ups to fine-tune the output until it precisely suits their requirements. They will soon be able to supplement the study aid with context from the files, like a course syllabus or class notes.
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