Global Scans · Education · Weekly Summary

WHAT'S NEXT?: Education will increasingly be online, just-in-time and competence-based. VR will become more mainstream in education technology. The vision of easily accessible learning will be enormously powerful and widespread in a few years. The global artificial intelligence market in the education sector will grow exponentially and post an impressive CAGR of over 39% by 2020.

• [New] By 2026, employers will seek professionals who can combine critical thinking & problem-solving, AI & data literacy, emotional intelligence, adaptability, continuous learning, creativity & innovation. Arisa
• [New] AI in Education and LearningEducation in 2026 will no longer be one-size-fits-all. Medium
• [New] In 2026, successful AI-enabled education products will guide students through reasoning, prompt reflection, and surface misconceptions, rather than simply generating answers. Frontier Enterprise
• [New] AI integration accelerating in classrooms: By 2026, heightened interest in AI policies is expected, with nearly all US state agencies noting increased demand for guidance; 65% of undergraduates believe AI will enhance learning processes. Devox Software
• [New] By 2026, the EdTech scene is going to be a whole lot different thanks to some pretty radical advancements in adaptive learning: we are talking real growth and investment here. Devox Software
• [New] By 2026, the most successful learning teams will distinguish themselves not by expanding their tech stacks, but by optimizing them. Disaster Recovery Journal
• [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] Driven by the shift from pure inference to on-device training and continuous, adaptive learning, 2026 will see strong growth in Edge AI demand. Procurement Pro
• [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] By 2026, AI tools will provide individualised learning experiences that adjust to student needs, pacing, and learning style. Ralabs
• [New] Nearly three-quarters of jobs in the U.S. will require postsecondary education or training in the next five years. University Business
• [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] 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, 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] Another new Virginia law will require state-operated laboratories and public and private institutions of higher learning to post on their website additional documents concerning violations or suspected violations of the Animal Welfare Act in the interests of greater transparency. Humane World Action Fund
• [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] State officials cite research from the Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce, which reports that 75% of Washington job openings through 2032 will require postsecondary credentials. Opb
• [New] The growing trend of travelers seeking to engage in eco-friendly and responsible tourism presents an opportunity for Scotland to further develop its nature-based tourism, including wildlife watching, environmental education, and sustainable accommodations. Travel And Tour World
• [New] According to a report from the World Economic Forum, interactive learning tools are expected to grow by 25% by 2025, making trivia a hot topic for entertainment and education. Success Knocks | The Business Magazine
• [New] IBM will help Pearson build a custom AI-powered learning platform - similar to IBM Consulting Advantage - that combines human expertise with AI assistants, agents, and assets. IBM Newsroom
• [New] By Q4 2025, expect models for 22 Indian languages, benchmarks for education, agriculture, and law, and open-source releases to foster innovation - ensuring AI reflects real-world Indian performance. Medium
• [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] Over the remainder of the forecast period, the construction industry is expected to rebound at an average annual growth rate of 4.4% from 2026 to 2029, supported by investments in transport, health, and education infrastructure projects. / New Zealand Yahoo Finance UK

Last updated: 07 January 2026