James Abela
jabela.bsky.social
James Abela
@jabela.bsky.social
Computer Science Teacher, TED-Ed speaker & Author of The Gamified Classroom.
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Just launched my book to help #teachers use #Gemini #AI, so please take a look and see how it can help you save time, get a better understanding of what AI can and can't do! #EDUSky

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The Missing Manual: Gemini AI For Teachers
Amazon.com: The Missing Manual: Gemini AI For Teachers eBook : Abela, James: Kindle Store
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Incredible to see the reuse of all these bottles to celebrate #Deepavali Going to be a big celebration! Truly light conquering dark!
October 19, 2025 at 12:27 PM
Wishing everyone a Happy World Teachers day!

#WorldTeachersDay
October 5, 2025 at 8:18 AM
It’s not quite world peace! But playing #Microsoft games on #PS4 feels very cool!
September 28, 2025 at 8:37 AM
Salespeople are trained to persuade. Our job is to protect budgets + get real value for schools. I shared my approach here 👉 readysetcompute.com/purchasingbe...

#EdTech #TechLeadership #Procurement #SchoolTech #ValueDriven
How Tech Directors Can Stay in Control of the Sales Process – ReadySetCompute
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September 16, 2025 at 12:35 PM
Gen Z is entering the job market full of ambition, but running into barriers: rising costs, and age bias.

There are solutions — from career guidance to flexible work and stronger support networks.

Read more: readysetcompute.com/genzjobhunt/

#GenZ #YouthEmployment #FutureOfWork
Young People Finding It Tough: What Can Be Done? – ReadySetCompute
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September 1, 2025 at 12:35 AM
This is a thoughtful analysis of how the #future will be in the age of #ai

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Building a Thoughtful Future: Po-Shen Loh on Humanity in the Age of AI – ReadySetCompute
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August 24, 2025 at 3:50 AM
Hats off to #Daiso! #Equity in shavers at last! (I checked quantity and price)
August 16, 2025 at 12:42 PM
🚀 Just released: a new video showing the best #Gemini for Classroom features every teacher should know!

✨ Study Mode
📝 Quiz Generator
📖 Relevel Text
❓ Text-Based Questions
🌍 Translation

These are real time savers that make lessons engaging and accessible.

📺 Watch here: youtu.be/tZ0tbx-m2NE?...
Gemini in Classroom in 5 minutes
YouTube video by James Abela
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August 16, 2025 at 7:35 AM
At the ASEAN #AI Conference, our panel explored whether #English is a bridge or barrier for #ASEAN AI. 🌏🤖 We dug into the digital divide, local-language AI, & Malaysia’s AI Nation 2030 vision.

Full post: readysetcompute.com/aifriendenemy/

#EDUsky
Is English the friend or enemy of ASEAN AI? – ReadySetCompute
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August 13, 2025 at 9:55 AM
AI is shaping the future of education in ASEAN.
We must close the AI divide. Read the briefing ahead of my talk tomorrow at #AIMalaysiaSummit2025 👉 readysetcompute.com/asean2025bri...

#AIForAll #Education #ASEAN #ResponsibleAI #DigitalDivide #AIinEducation
Education Briefing: AI and Learning at the ASEAN AI Malaysia Summit 2025 – ReadySetCompute
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August 12, 2025 at 9:12 AM
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With all the noise around #GPT5, this Tom’s Hardware piece comparing it to the old model is a breath of fresh perspective. Sometimes side-by-side is the only way to cut through the hype.

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GPT-5 vs GPT-4: I tested both on 7 real-world challenges — one dominated
The results weren't even close
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August 10, 2025 at 8:51 AM
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Today, @jabela.bsky.social shared with me his STAGE framework for prompting Storybooks with Google Gemini, designed to support language teachers and learners.
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Create stories automatically with Gemini & the STAGE system! – ReadySetCompute
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August 9, 2025 at 3:06 PM
⏳ Create illustrated, level-appropriate stories in under a minute with the STAGE Method + #Gemini Storybook. #AI writes, matches #CEFR, and illustrates.

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#AIinEducation #EdTech #edusky
Create stories automatically with Gemini & the STAGE system! – ReadySetCompute
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August 9, 2025 at 4:13 AM
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Who’s Afraid of the Big Bad Wolf?

I don't know why that title came to mind, perhaps Doug Johnson's post, "Why be afraid of AI?" coaxed it out of me. With the launch of ChatGPT 5, the not-quite AGI, I find myself re-reading Doug's points: I suppose I should keep a closer eye on the developments…
Who’s Afraid of the Big Bad Wolf?
I don't know why that title came to mind, perhaps Doug Johnson's post, "Why be afraid of AI?" coaxed it out of me. With the launch of ChatGPT 5, the not-quite AGI, I find myself re-reading Doug's points: I suppose I should keep a closer eye on the developments regarding AI. But here in my recliner, sipping coffee bought with pension money, and required to produce absolutely nothing, I feel little threat, let alone terror, about these new systems and more optimism than is probably warranted.
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August 8, 2025 at 4:59 AM
Learn more about the new study mode in #ChatGPT

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#edusky #ai
ChatGPT Study Mode – ReadySetCompute
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July 31, 2025 at 8:01 AM
You asked for X-ray, you got it! Thanks for all the support with #Edtech #AI book!

www.amazon.com/Missing-Manu... Amazon.com

#edusky
July 29, 2025 at 1:43 AM
A huge thank you to #edusky for helping me reach number 1 in the US! This is the now a #bestelling guide to #Gemini for #GClassroom

www.amazon.com/Missing-Manu...
July 26, 2025 at 12:33 AM
Just launched my book to help #teachers use #Gemini #AI, so please take a look and see how it can help you save time, get a better understanding of what AI can and can't do! #EDUSky

amazon.com/dp/B0FJQRGPL8
The Missing Manual: Gemini AI For Teachers
Amazon.com: The Missing Manual: Gemini AI For Teachers eBook : Abela, James: Kindle Store
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July 24, 2025 at 4:57 AM
I'm wondering if any of my tribe are here on @bsky.app Here's the #ISTELive25 updates! I'll follow back any #educators

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#notatiste #EDUSky
Google & Microsoft Go Full AI for EDU (ISTE) – ReadySetCompute
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July 1, 2025 at 1:56 AM
Incredible that all this #AI is available for #free, hidden behind Google's AIStudio.

#Edusky

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#edusky
Free Video images voice gen from Gemini
YouTube video by James Abela
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June 30, 2025 at 3:49 AM
Wishing everyone a wonderful #Fathersday! Here is a fun two player blocks game you can play together! www.canva.com/design/DAGqY...
Amazingly Simple Graphic Design Software – Canva
Amazingly Simple Graphic Design Software – Canva
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June 15, 2025 at 3:58 AM
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🎉 FREE lifetime TCEA membership? Yes, please.
💡 And no—you don’t have to live in Texas to snag this TAW offer!

If you work in education, this is for you. Sign up May 5–9 and get forever access to PD, resources, and 85K+ amazing educators.

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#teacherappreciationweek #edusky
May 5, 2025 at 10:51 AM
#MayThe4thBeWithYou I hope everyone enjoys #starwars day!

For the #teachers, here is a lesson pack: readysetcompute.com/may4th25/

#Python #coding #MayThe4th #EDUsky
May 4, 2025 at 3:53 AM
I get asked about power banks a lot. 10,000 mah is what you can take worry free on a plane and I would recommend 2 x 5000 over 1 x 10,000 unless it’s an amazing deal coz it’s double the weight and more space in pocket / handbag.
April 27, 2025 at 7:11 AM
So everyone had their fill of #GPT wrappers? In this video I show you how you can make your own that will be much safer than many third party attempts. #AI #Esafety Teachers need to take back control! www.youtube.com/watch?v=NMKr... #EDUSky
GPT Wrapper rip offs - Make your own AI!
YouTube video by James Abela
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April 26, 2025 at 5:46 AM