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] The fastest-growing segment, Educational Devices & Software, is projected to achieve a CAGR of 8.5% from 2026 to 2032, driven by a rising emphasis on digital learning and adaptive education solutions that effectively cater to visually impaired students. 6wresearch
• [New] In 2026, AI chatbots will become more intelligent, responsive, and deeply embedded across educational platforms. Interface
• [New] By the end of 2026, groundbreaking technical applications are expected to be implemented, including digital building permits and the introduction of OpenDesk in the education sector. BusinessMole
• [New] In April, the UK government launched a £23 million trial program for AI and educational technology it hoped would boost results and cut teachers' workloads. theregister
• AI in education is growing even faster - from $11.4 billion in 2026 toward $57 billion by 2033 at a 25.9% CAGR. Online Skill Assessment | Online Exam Software | Ekla
• In 2026, more than 70% of higher education organizations in North America are expected to evaluate AI applications for personalized learning, academic analytics, and virtual assistance. Zeta42
• VR-based education is likely to ensure psychological safety: while IMGs in Japan may experience psychological discomfort in unfamiliar Japanese clinical environments, VR-based education has the potential to provide IMGs with a psychologically safe learning environment. PubMed Central (PMC)
• Given that IMGs frequently have limited opportunities to develop H&P skills on patients in Japanese clinical environments, VR-based education, which is repeatable and self-paced, can offer useful clinical opportunities for practice and familiarization. PubMed Central (PMC)
• India operates at an unparalleled workforce scale, presenting both a challenge and an opportunity to design inclusive, scalable learning frameworks that sustain global competitiveness. ETHRWorld.com
• The importance of developing adaptable skills early is underscored by the World Economic Forum's Future of Jobs Report 2025, which estimates that nearly 40% of core job skills will change by 2030, reinforcing the need for continuous learning, innovation, and workplace readiness. FedEx Newsroom
• The future of an entire generation in Gaza is threatened by the collapse of essential services, disruption of education and loss of livelihoods. United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitar
• The net primary school enrolment rate fell to 94.5% in 2025 for the second consecutive year, while the Community Basic Education program - focused on indigenous communities - will face a real reduction of 20% in 2026. BNamericas
• The government of Mexico announced a record investment in school infrastructure for 2026, according to President Claudia Sheinbaum, although the Mexican Institute for Competitiveness warns that the total education budget has still not recovered its historical level. BNamericas

Last updated: 31 August 2026