Global Scans · Quality Education · Weekly Summary

In September 2015, 193 world leaders agreed to 17 Global Goals for Sustainable Development. If these Goals are completed, it would mean an end to extreme poverty, inequality and climate change by 2030.
Goal 4. Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all.

• [New] If properly deployed, AI-powered education tools could deliver high-quality, personalized learning at a global scale. Fortune
• [New] Universal access to quality education could add trillions of dollars to the global economy as millions of skilled workers enter the workforce. Fortune
• [New] MSU's center, called the Center for High Order Plasma Turbulence Modeling for Z-Pinch, will build on research expertise in data science and scientific computing using artificial intelligence and machine learning to develop better predictive models to create fusion energy. Michigan State University
• [New] Educational institutions in 2026 will use AI to create adaptive learning environments that cater to individual student needs, learning styles, and pace. FGTECH STORE
• [New] Removing libraries from public schools in 2026 would mean dismantling some of the most powerful levers of equity, literacy, and academic opportunity in education today. Public School Review
• [New] Learning outcomes in sub-Saharan Africa are lower than they were 15 years ago, threatening the future earning potential of an entire generation. BIG EDUCATION APE UNCHAINED
• [New] Afghan communities at home and abroad must recruit volunteer teachers and devise informal learning opportunities both online and offline. Eurasia Review
• [New] Young people could probably come up with great ideas of how to design AI to serve their needs, in learning, and that sense of agency over how AI is designed is going to be really important for young people as they live in a world saturated by AI for the next decades. Education Week
• [New] In 2026, Telegram groups and communities will consist of education, technology, sports, content creation, and international business. Ameisenhardt.com
• [New] Alternative Assets Achieve New Prominence with Retail Investors - But Education Remains a Challenge Alternative investments will see their popularity with retail investors increase sharply in 2026, as technological innovations like cryptocurrencies offer new paths to participation. Insights
• [New] Funding for Labour, Health and Human Services, Education and Related Agencies will expire and Medicare telehealth flexibilities will once again lapse. American College of Cardiology
• [New] Ecuador could promote an AI strategy focused on its structural challenges such as water management, sustainable agriculture, disaster prevention, or rural education. Havana Times
• [New] Amazon's LEO project will include the installation of fixed satellite terminals in public libraries and classroom connectivity to support remote learning. Eye On Annapolis
• [New] The importance of the LDAN Bill in tackling the inequalities faced by individuals and their families cannot be overstated, and it has the potential to make a real difference for them in Scotland across education, healthcare, and employment. JohnOGroat Journal
• [New] Built on innovation, accessibility, and global standards, the American Open University promises to redefine how Nigerians access higher education, breaking barriers of distance, time, and opportunity. Businessday NG
• [New] The India Accelerator will focus on addressing barriers to equitable skilling, while the Jordan Accelerator will work to leverage emerging technology to improve education quality. Mirage News
• [New] The Reskilling Revolution initiative has mobilized commitments to reach 856 million people globally by 2030, putting it on track to achieve its goal of providing 1 billion people with improved access to education, skills and economic opportunity. Mirage News
• [New] In parallel, India and Jordan have launched new national skills and education accelerators, extending training and education opportunities to an additional 14.8 million people. Mirage News
• [New] With more than 30 states having AI guidance documents in place, the focus in 2026 will likely shift toward their evolution: clarifying expectations for districts and aligning AI use with broader goals for teaching, learning, workforce readiness, and student well-being. NASBE - National Association of State Boards of Educati
• [New] Maine's education agency is studying how schools are integrating AI tools, with findings expected in spring 2026. NASBE - National Association of State Boards of Educati
• [New] In 2026, more schools are expected to show bravery by trialling new approaches, experimenting with delivery, and embedding foundational knowledge alongside skills such as creativity, critical thinking, wellbeing, and lifelong learning. The National Law Review
• [New] The more productive conversation for 2026 centers on what will exist in the next five to 10 years, how productivity can be redirected positively, and how AI can enhance learning while reinforcing the irreplaceable value of human judgement, empathy, and relationships in education. The National Law Review

Last updated: 23 February 2026