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] Countries like the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, Germany, and Ireland are especially attractive due to their strong education systems, post-study work opportunities, and diverse academic environments. TechBullion
• [New] In 2026, organizations across every industry, including educational institutions, will face a critical turning point in how they manage data, privacy and technology. Business Record
• [New] For Greater Des Moines, the opportunity in 2026 is to position education as a priority by investing in systems and institutions that help both employers and employees prepare, produce and pivot across decades of career mobility. Business Record
• [New] As Singapore moves to further embrace artificial intelligence and digital tools, demand for specialised skill sets - including AI governance and machine learning - is expected to grow. CNA
• [New] By 2026, AI will be part of everyday tools, like content platforms, CRMs, learning systems, and productivity apps. eLearning Industry
• [New] AI rules, cybersecurity, staffing, funding, and student well-being will shape K-12 education in 2026 as districts move from reaction to stability. EdCircuit
• [New] Apart from AI vs Generative AI, 2026 introduces Emotional AI Assistants, which will serve in collaborative workspaces, healthcare diagnostics, and educational platforms. ACE Computers
• [New] Micro-learning and AI-powered education remain one of the strongest digital opportunities heading into 2026, driven by the massive demand for upskilling and reskilling. WebWave
• [New] In 2026, learning teams will take on a central role in change enablement, building confidence, mindsets, and behaviours so people can work differently, not just use new tools. Degreed
• [New] In 2026, education around quality and engagement, not price point or paywall, will reshape how premium is defined. TV Tech
• [New] In 2026, professional learning will shift decisively toward personalization - mirroring the differentiated, data-driven, student-centered instruction we expect teachers to deliver in their classrooms. NWEA
• [New] AI-Powered Communications and Education Go Mainstream: One of the biggest changes we expect in 2026 is an increase in artificial intelligence used for participant communications content and education. CAPTRUST
• [New] In 2026, learning and upskilling programs will continue to grow as businesses look for ways to invest in training and skill development for their teams. Splashtop Inc.
• [New] In the Yukon, youth, Elders and communities will co-lead research to build a supportive learning community, map current services to identify gaps and develop new ways to share information between service providers, ensuring youth no longer have to tell their story over and over to get help. Mirage News
• [New] In 2026, YouTube has only gotten better at organizing educational content. TechBullion
• [New] EFASS will change from the nation-wide service delivery model of Girls' Education in South Sudan 2, to a hybrid more targeted model. GOV.UK
• [New] Education for All South Sudan will target the most vulnerable out-of-school children who are affected by climate and conflict shocks. GOV.UK
• [New] The AI CoE for Education at Indian Institute of Technology-Madras (IIT-M), Chennai, Tamil Nadu will develop innovative AI tools to improve learning and teaching outcomes. Guidely
• [New] A £20 million anti-misogyny education programme, to be rolled out in schools across England from 2026. Spiked
• [New] The Accreditation Council will introduce an outcome-based accreditation framework, shifting focus from input-based compliance to learning outcomes and academic performance. / India Guidely
• [New] To support globalization of higher education, the Regulatory Council will frame norms for foreign universities operating in India and enable high-performing Indian universities to establish offshore campuses, while preventing excessive commercialization. Guidely
• [New] The corporate e-learning segment-propelled by AI-driven training solutions - is projected to reach $44.6 billion by 2028, with learning efficiency expected to rise by 57%. Bitget Exchange

Last updated: 05 January 2026