2026

Text-to-speech is a technology that converts digital text into spoken words, making content more accessible for everyone.

Discover how text-to-speech can transform the way students access and engage with learning. In this video, you will learn about text-to-speech tools available within the NSW Department of Education, practical tips for personalised settings, and how these tools support all learners to create a more inclusive classroom.

Watch this video and try text-to-speech today!

The eSafety Commissioner identifies the following rates of negative online engagement among 10–17-year-olds:

• Cyberbullying – 52% 
• Online hate – 25% 
• Non-consensual tracking or harassment – 23% 
• Grooming online – 14% 

Cybermarvel is here to help with online safety, privacy, and security learning for students, families, and staff. Safer Internet Day is on 10 February 2026. Register your school to celebrate and build good digital habits at the start of the year. 

Find professional learning, live classroom events, and more:  

• Plug in & power up with online safety
• Cybermarvel
   

Google for Education would like to invite you to a series of professional learning opportunities for NSW educators. They have Level One and Two Certified Educator courses that are both in person and virtual. They are also excited to announce an exciting Summit coming back to NSW: stand by for more info soon!

To secure your place on these courses head to: Google Events.

The Learn with Google webinar series is back for 2026 so sign up here. They will have tool updates, guest presenters and engaging content to help you get the best out of the tools you have at your fingertips.

Canva Education is more than a design tool; it’s a comprehensive resource supporting Education Support Staff, learners, and educators at all levels. From students creating presentations to teachers making interactive content and sharing materials, Canva provides a user-friendly space that nurtures creativity and learning.

All staff and students are able to access professional learning sessions with Australia’s own Canva Learning Consultant, Jo Muirhead. See some course offerings here or contact Jo to discuss your tailored professional learning needs here.

Catch up on our Back-to-School recordings here to discover the basics of Canva Education and Canva Magic AI!

As it is the new year, some of our readers may have changed their school or work location. This is great and we hope you’ve had a fantastic new beginning!

However, is there someone at your previous school who is now subscribing to news.T4L to receive the latest updates? If not, encourage someone to sign up so they can receive up-to-date information from ITD and our partners this year.

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Minecraft Education is available for teachers and students to access and is one tool that can help support learning. With a wide variety of academic researchers contributing to this research, there are some interesting findings for you to consider as you use the tool in your classrooms.

By working collaboratively to plan, build, and explain their thinking, students develop skills including critical thinking, communication, and persistence alongside curriculum knowledge.

Read the research article here How Minecraft Impacts Learning | Minecraft Education.

From the feedback we received at the end of last year, we’re going to include a timely time-saver tip each edition. This could be a shortcut, app tip or simple workflow to help you and those you work with!

Our first one is a keyboard shortcut: Windows +V. Simply press the two buttons simultaneously to activate your Windows device’s clipboard history. From now on the items you copy, using Control +C or right click and Copy, will now be stored in your clipboard history.

Instead of pressing Control +V, press Windows +V and choose from the list of items copied such as text, website URL’s, screen snips or even your email address!

Try it today – it’s a game changer!

 

Let’s get ready to start 2026 with some useful tips from the Global Adobe Community Hub and check these out: 

• Latest updates in Adobe Express for Educators, inspired by ACE community feedback. 

• Episode 1 from the ACE Innovator Spotlight Series and customise your very own copy. 

• 2026 Teacher Prep Pack to combine productivity with creativity. 

NSW DoE schools have the full Premium version of Adobe Express for Education. Go here for more information.  

• Students simply access through the student portal.  

• Teachers can add it to ‘Essentials’ for quick access. 

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