Tag Archives: Educational technology

22Jan/26

Empowering Educators and Students: The Next Generation of AI Integration in Google Classroom

Jan. 22, 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ — Google has announced a series of technological enhancements to its Gemini and Google Classroom platforms to improve the academic experience for both staff and pupils. Students can now access complimentary SAT practice examinations and use sophisticated AI models to generate visual study aids like infographics. For educators, the updates introduce streamlined administrative tools that assist with drafting lesson plans, tracking student engagement, and providing automated feedback. The Classroom interface has been redesigned into an interactive dashboard that highlights upcoming deadlines and essential learning metrics. Furthermore, new multimedia capabilities allow users to integrate audio and video recordings directly into their digital coursework. These innovations aim to personalise learning while reducing the time teachers spend on repetitive organisational tasks. Continue reading

04Nov/25

NotebookLM: AI-Driven Knowledge Management and Learning Tool

Nov. 3, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — NotebookLM is an AI-powered tool designed to accelerate learning and knowledge sharing by generating insights based on a user’s uploaded sources. This tool allows users to upload documents like lecture notes or strategy plans, after which NotebookLM can answer questions, generate summaries, and create study materials such as quizzes, with all responses including in-line citations linking back to the original source material for accuracy. Continue reading

06Jan/25

Understanding the unique characteristics and needs of Generation Alpha

Jan. 6, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — This white paper by McCrindle Research profiles Generation Alpha (born 2010-2024), highlighting their characteristics as the largest generation in history, shaped by ubiquitous technology from birth. The authors, leading social researchers, explore Alpha’s influence on consumer trends, education, and the future of work, predicting longer lifespans, later career starts, and a greater focus on wellbeing. Continue reading

27Jan/24

ViewSonic’s 4th ColorPro Awards “RISE”: Fusing Art and Technology in Global Creative Endeavors


ViewSonic Corp., a global leader in visual and EdTech solutions, celebrates the successful conclusion and significant expansion of the 4th ColorPro Awards. Themed “RISE,” this edition symbolized growth and resilience, harmonizing with the event’s expansion into a physical exhibition in Vietnam and the introduction of a new videography category. Continue reading

10Dec/23

Here are some of the reasons why Mpelembe Network is a relevant organization

 Dec. 10, 2023 /Mpelembe/ — Mpelembe Network is a collaborative community that provides Google Cloud deployment, training, integration, and support services to businesses and organizations in any sector. They also have a social impact arm that engages in various social projects, collaborating with corporate partners, thought leaders, and innovators to tackle some of the world’s most pressing challenges. Continue reading

01Aug/23

Mpelembe secondary school runs on Google Cloud

July 31, 2023 /Human interest/ — Mpelembe Secondary School in Kitwe was the first high school in Zambia to adopt Google for Education. This means that the school uses a variety of Google products and services to support teaching and learning. These products and services include: Continue reading