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] In 2025, the integration of AI tools into educational practices has reached new heights, offering unprecedented opportunities for students to enhance their learning experiences. OpenTools
• [New] Now doctors, scientists and researchers at Stanford University have developed a machine learning model that predicts whether a donor is likely to die within the timeframe during which their organs are viable for transplantation. The Guardian
• [New] Google plans to spend $1 billion on AI education and job training, offering free access to its Gemini for Education tools for U.S. high schools. -
• [New] High-quality professional learning is necessary to unlock the immense potential of AI and technology resources as levers for transformative teaching and learning. Leadership, Technology, Innovation, Learning | SETDA
• [New] Automating educational content creation alone could save $60 billion globally. Aristek Systems
• [New] The joint format doubles opportunities for education, technology transfer, and investment in Iran's power sector. Mehr News Agency
• [New] Artificial intelligence will transform work worldwide, for example, and that shift should be incorporated into higher education curriculum and degrees. The Conversation
• [New] People averse to learning will have less space in the world; they need to change as soon as possible, because for them, there will truly be no more opportunities. Medium
• [New] While traditional English-speaking destinations face policy-driven declines, Europe and East Asia are emerging as new education hubs, driven by affordability, work opportunities, and favourable policies. Ekam IAS Academy
• [New] Students and young people in some parts of the UK rely on discounted or free bus passes to reach schools and apprenticeships, helping to support education and future employment opportunities. Philonomics
• [New] The AI Gold Rush: With 57 million people in the US interested in learning AI skills, creators have a huge opportunity to bridge the gap that universities can not fill. ThriveCart
• [New] Expiring Skills: A staggering 39% of workplace skills will be outdated by 2030, fueling massive demand for creator-led education. ThriveCart
• [New] The Trump administration has taken the government shutdown as an opportunity to end federal oversight of the education services offered to more than 8 million children with disabilities in America. The Atlantic
• [New] Adapting to a world increasingly driven by automation and renewable resources will require a proactive approach to education, workforce development, and policy-making. SBG Group
• [New] With the launch of early diagnostic assessments in the UAE's 2025-26 school year, the education system is moving from reactive to proactive. The Times Of India
• [New] Unless India realigns education with employability and creates inclusive, dignified jobs, it risks turning its youth dividend into a demographic liability. INSIGHTS IAS - Simplifying UPSC IAS Exam Preparation
• [New] At the University of Minnesota, machine learning models blend genomics, imaging, and longitudinal records to predict who will benefit from specific therapies and who will not. Binary Verse AI
• [New] Despite the extraordinary progress, a key factor preventing an immediate 2026-2029 singularity is the remaining challenge of achieving true Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), which requires fundamental architectural breakthroughs beyond current deep learning paradigms. Educational Technology and Change Journal
• [New] By consistently integrating virtual field trips, institutions can create a dynamic learning environment that expands educational boundaries and equips students with a global perspective, preparing them for varied future opportunities. Catalina Marcuta

Last updated: 17 November 2025