James Abela
@jabela.bsky.social
Computer Science Teacher, TED-Ed speaker & Author of The Gamified Classroom.
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James Abela
@jabela.bsky.social
· Jul 24
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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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
amazon.com/dp/B0FJQRGPL8
Too often we talk of vast numbers and greedy #AI servers, but how much electricity is needed for a #gpt query? readysetcompute.com/aienergy/
How Much Energy Does an AI Query Use? – ReadySetCompute
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November 18, 2025 at 7:54 AM
Too often we talk of vast numbers and greedy #AI servers, but how much electricity is needed for a #gpt query? readysetcompute.com/aienergy/
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
Incredible to see the reuse of all these bottles to celebrate #Deepavali Going to be a big celebration! Truly light conquering dark!
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
It’s not quite world peace! But playing #Microsoft games on #PS4 feels very cool!
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
#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
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
#EdTech #TechLeadership #Procurement #SchoolTech #ValueDriven
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
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
readysetcompute.com
September 1, 2025 at 12:35 AM
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
There are solutions — from career guidance to flexible work and stronger support networks.
Read more: readysetcompute.com/genzjobhunt/
#GenZ #YouthEmployment #FutureOfWork
This is a thoughtful analysis of how the #future will be in the age of #ai
readysetcompute.com/po-shen/
readysetcompute.com/po-shen/
Building a Thoughtful Future: Po-Shen Loh on Humanity in the Age of AI – ReadySetCompute
readysetcompute.com
August 24, 2025 at 3:50 AM
This is a thoughtful analysis of how the #future will be in the age of #ai
readysetcompute.com/po-shen/
readysetcompute.com/po-shen/
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?...
✨ 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
youtu.be
August 16, 2025 at 7:35 AM
🚀 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?...
✨ 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?...
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
Full post: readysetcompute.com/aifriendenemy/
#EDUsky
Is English the friend or enemy of ASEAN AI? – ReadySetCompute
readysetcompute.com
August 13, 2025 at 9:55 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
Full post: readysetcompute.com/aifriendenemy/
#EDUsky
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
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
readysetcompute.com
August 12, 2025 at 9:12 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
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
Reposted by James Abela
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.
www.tomsguide.com/ai...
www.tomsguide.com/ai...
GPT-5 vs GPT-4: I tested both on 7 real-world challenges — one dominated
The results weren't even close
www.tomsguide.com
August 10, 2025 at 8:51 AM
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.
www.tomsguide.com/ai...
www.tomsguide.com/ai...
Reposted by James Abela
Today, @jabela.bsky.social shared with me his STAGE framework for prompting Storybooks with Google Gemini, designed to support language teachers and learners.
readysetcompute.com/stage
readysetcompute.com/stage
Create stories automatically with Gemini & the STAGE system! – ReadySetCompute
readysetcompute.com
August 9, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Today, @jabela.bsky.social shared with me his STAGE framework for prompting Storybooks with Google Gemini, designed to support language teachers and learners.
readysetcompute.com/stage
readysetcompute.com/stage
⏳ Create illustrated, level-appropriate stories in under a minute with the STAGE Method + #Gemini Storybook. #AI writes, matches #CEFR, and illustrates.
readysetcompute.com/stage/
#AIinEducation #EdTech #edusky
readysetcompute.com/stage/
#AIinEducation #EdTech #edusky
Create stories automatically with Gemini & the STAGE system! – ReadySetCompute
readysetcompute.com
August 9, 2025 at 4:13 AM
⏳ Create illustrated, level-appropriate stories in under a minute with the STAGE Method + #Gemini Storybook. #AI writes, matches #CEFR, and illustrates.
readysetcompute.com/stage/
#AIinEducation #EdTech #edusky
readysetcompute.com/stage/
#AIinEducation #EdTech #edusky
Reposted by James Abela
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…
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
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…
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…
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
www.amazon.com/Missing-Manu... Amazon.com
#edusky
July 29, 2025 at 1:43 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
www.amazon.com/Missing-Manu... Amazon.com
#edusky
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...
www.amazon.com/Missing-Manu...
July 26, 2025 at 12:33 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...
www.amazon.com/Missing-Manu...
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
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
amazon.com
July 24, 2025 at 4:57 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
amazon.com/dp/B0FJQRGPL8
I'm wondering if any of my tribe are here on @bsky.app Here's the #ISTELive25 updates! I'll follow back any #educators
readysetcompute.com/iste25/
#notatiste #EDUSky
readysetcompute.com/iste25/
#notatiste #EDUSky
Google & Microsoft Go Full AI for EDU (ISTE) – ReadySetCompute
readysetcompute.com
July 1, 2025 at 1:56 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
readysetcompute.com/iste25/
#notatiste #EDUSky
readysetcompute.com/iste25/
#notatiste #EDUSky
Incredible that all this #AI is available for #free, hidden behind Google's AIStudio.
#Edusky
www.youtube.com/watch?v=b6cM...
#edusky
#Edusky
www.youtube.com/watch?v=b6cM...
#edusky
Free Video images voice gen from Gemini
YouTube video by James Abela
www.youtube.com
June 30, 2025 at 3:49 AM
Incredible that all this #AI is available for #free, hidden behind Google's AIStudio.
#Edusky
www.youtube.com/watch?v=b6cM...
#edusky
#Edusky
www.youtube.com/watch?v=b6cM...
#edusky
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
www.canva.com
June 15, 2025 at 3:58 AM
Wishing everyone a wonderful #Fathersday! Here is a fun two player blocks game you can play together! www.canva.com/design/DAGqY...
Reposted by James Abela
🎉 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.
buff.ly/sBECacM
#teacherappreciationweek #edusky
💡 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.
buff.ly/sBECacM
#teacherappreciationweek #edusky
May 5, 2025 at 10:51 AM
🎉 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.
buff.ly/sBECacM
#teacherappreciationweek #edusky
💡 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.
buff.ly/sBECacM
#teacherappreciationweek #edusky
#MayThe4thBeWithYou I hope everyone enjoys #starwars day!
For the #teachers, here is a lesson pack: readysetcompute.com/may4th25/
#Python #coding #MayThe4th #EDUsky
For the #teachers, here is a lesson pack: readysetcompute.com/may4th25/
#Python #coding #MayThe4th #EDUsky
May 4, 2025 at 3:53 AM
#MayThe4thBeWithYou I hope everyone enjoys #starwars day!
For the #teachers, here is a lesson pack: readysetcompute.com/may4th25/
#Python #coding #MayThe4th #EDUsky
For the #teachers, here is a lesson pack: readysetcompute.com/may4th25/
#Python #coding #MayThe4th #EDUsky
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
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.