Our Scans · (LF.4) 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] Sessions will explore how machine learning can optimize smart grids and energy storage systems, a growing need as data center electricity demand is expected to increase dramatically by 2026. Inspenet
• [New] In 2026, HR leaders expect AI use to concentrate on workflow automation, learning and development, and workforce analytics. Rio Grande Guardian
• [New] In 2026, classrooms will be supported by intelligent AI companions that deliver deeply personalized learning experiences. THE Journal
• [New] In 2026, educators will turn to human-centered AI to move beyond outdated one-size-fits-all approaches, embracing differentiated learning and motivation science to keep students engaged and performing at their best. THE Journal
• [New] By 2026, AI will begin to move out of the margins of higher education, and the first examples of what the next 'operating model' for AI in higher ed will look like. Campus Technology
• [New] The Department for Education said it is working to set up AI-powered tutoring tools to provide children with one-to-one learning support, co-designed by teachers, which will be available to schools by the end of 2027. The Register
• [New] By 2026, higher education will be operating in a multi-AI-model world. Campus Technology
• [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] In 2026, both AI and machine learning continue to offer significant career growth opportunities. H2kinfosys Blog
• [New] In 2026, both AI and machine learning are expected to continue shaping job roles across various industries. H2kinfosys Blog
• [New] Companies are investing massively in continuing education via e-learning platforms to upgrade their internal teams and fill the shortage estimated at millions of digital positions by 2030. EdoMatch
• [New] By 2026, education systems will be moving towards learning models driven even more by technology, the development of human skills, and mental health care. Observatory - Institute for the Future of Education
• [New] Demand for more powerful and efficient data centers is accelerating technological innovation, particularly around AI and machine learning, which will revolutionise the way we live and work and reshape economic landscapes over the next decade. Insurance Business
• [New] By 2032, the US could face a shortfall of more than five million individuals with the necessary education and training for high-demand jobs. ConstructConnect
• [New] Kazakhstan plans to implement AI across its education system starting in the 2026-27 school year by modernising the national education database and launching the Qazaq Digital Mektebi project, which will introduce AI-based tutors in schools. QS Newsletters
• [New] AI has the potential to benefit students in their education, but could also exacerbate inequality in educational outcomes, particularly for students from equity backgrounds. Mirage News
• [New] Success in 2026 will be determined by organizations that use AI to connect learning outcomes to measurable business impact. Technology & Services Industry Association (TSIA)
• [New] CLOs in 2026 will succeed by grounding innovation in proven learning principles, using AI to scale personalization and practice, and designing experiences that prioritize capability over content. Training
• [New] By 2026, AI will redefine how organizations train, upskill, and measure performance, shifting learning from a structured event to a dynamic, data-informed experience. Training
• [New] In 2026, the most forward-thinking companies will integrate HR, IT, and learning strategies to create environments where people and technology evolve in tandem. Training
• [New] Personalized learning will hit Netflix-level relevance. Training
• [New] By 2026, learning teams finally will step into the strategic influence they have long been positioned for. Training

Last updated: 02 February 2026