Google Vids

by Zafrin Rabbee, Sachse High School

Google Vids is an innovative, AI-powered video creation tool integrated into the Google Workspace suite, designed to simplify the process of producing professional-quality videos. Leveraging Google's Gemini technology, Vids enables users to craft engaging video content with minimal effort, making it an invaluable resource for educators aiming to enhance their teaching methods.

Key Features of Google Vids:

Extensive Media Integration: Vids offers access to a vast library of stock videos, images, music, and sound effects, enabling educators to enrich their videos with diverse multimedia elements.

Collaborative Editing: Mirroring other Google Workspace tools, Vids supports real-time collaboration, allowing multiple users to work simultaneously on a project, fostering teamwork among educators and students.

Seamless Sharing: Completed videos can be effortlessly shared via Google Drive or directly integrated into Google Classroom, streamlining the distribution of educational content.

Applications for Educators:

Instructional Videos: Teachers can create tutorials or explainer videos to supplement classroom instruction, catering to various learning styles and enhancing student comprehension.

Student Projects: Vids provides a platform for students to produce video projects, fostering creativity, digital literacy, and subject-specific knowledge.

Professional Development: Educators can utilize Vids to develop training materials, share best practices, and facilitate continuous professional growth within their institutions.

Getting Started with Google Vids:

To begin using Google Vids, educators can access the platform through their Google Workspace account. Google offers comprehensive tutorials and training resources to assist users in navigating the tool's features:

Create Your First Video in Google Vids: Step-by-step instructions on initiating your first video project.

Easy Video Creation for Teaching and Learning: A Google course exploring the application of Vids in educational settings, offering insights into importing screen recordings, sharing videos, and utilizing AI for streamlined video creation.

To begin using Google Vids, educators can access the platform through their Google Workspace account. For a comprehensive introduction, consider watching the following tutorial:​

Additional Resources:

• To see more about Google Vids from a new user's point of view, check out First Look: Google Vids by John R. Sowash on Chromebook Classroom.

• Read more about Google Vids in the Google Workspace Updates.

• See how Google Vids is being used in an AVID Classroom in AVID Open Access.