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] 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
• [New] In 2026, AI and machine learning will play a critical role in the way data is backed up and recovered. CyberZeals
• [New] The Reskilling Revolution initiative has mobilised 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. Eco-business
• [New] As hardware becomes more affordable and content libraries grow, VR is expected to play a transformative role in personalized, inclusive, and scalable education globally. openpr
• [New] High-Powered 'Education to Employment and Enterprise' Standing Committee: A new committee will be set up to recommend measures to make India a global leader in services, aiming for a 10% global share by 2047. INSIGHTS IAS - Simplifying UPSC IAS Exam Preparation
• [New] In 2026, K-12 education will reach a critical moment as students navigate an increasingly complex, AI-enabled world. Spaces4Learning
• [New] Fully online executive education is slated to exhibit the highest 2026-2033 CAGR, owing to continuous improvements in synchronous learning platforms, analytics-driven personalization, and rising enterprise acceptance of digital executive credentials. Persistence Market Research
• [New] As highlighted by LearningOS, AI in 2026 will increasingly drive personalized learning paths, predictive analytics, and content recommendations that adapt to each learner's behaviour. Oasis LMS
• [New] By 2026, teachers will transition from traditional lecturing roles to facilitators of learning, guiding students through their educational journeys. Dr. Matthew Lynch
• [New] GenAI will worsen student learning outcomes over the next five years. Today at Elon

Last updated: 16 February 2026