A University of Maryland randomized trial covered 2,379 undergraduates and 30 instructors in fall 2025. In matched sections of the same course, students offered a course-integrated AI tutor finished about four percentage points lower in final grades, or 0.37 standard deviations, while learning management system participation fell 0.90 standard deviations and page views and active days also declined. About 15% of students offered the tutor used it, and nearly 74% of requests sought information, explanations or answers.
Cambridge University Press & Assessment released a report on October 1 titled 'Shaping AI Policy and Practice in English Language Teaching', recommending that Indian policymakers work closely with teachers to shape school AI policy. The report sets out eight principles, including involving teachers and learners in AI governance, embedding critical AI literacy as a curriculum expectation, reforming curriculum and assessment frameworks, protecting teacher professional judgement, and ensuring equitable access to high-quality tools. It draws on best practices of English language teachers worldwide who were early adopters of generative AI and on earlier Cambridge research on AI and teacher use.
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YMCA Canada is partnering with Google Canada to distribute up to 100,000 scholarship licences for Grow with Google AI training through YMCAs across the country. Starting in January 2027, learners will gain free access to courses including Google AI Essentials and the Google AI Professional Certificate. The courses are hosted on Coursera, include videos and hands-on exercises, and are offered in English and French with support for other languages.
From 1 to 3 September 2026, the UNEVOC Network cluster workshop for East and Southeast Asia was held in Seoul, hosted by the Korea Research Institute for Vocational Education and Training (KRIVET), with 17 delegates from 11 countries. Discussions covered the impact of artificial intelligence on work and skills requirements, lifelong learning, digital and green skills, and public-private collaboration. A half-day GVETI conference co-organized by KOPO and KRIVET preceded the workshop under the theme of co-creating the future in the AI era.
On 8 September 2026, Bangladesh's National Academy for Primary Education (NAPE) held a workshop at the Primary Teachers' Training Institute in Mirpur, Dhaka, presenting an ICT-AI Competency Framework for primary school teachers and the evaluation report of the Diploma in Primary Education (DPEd) piloting programme. The framework identifies key competency areas including digital literacy, pedagogical use of technology, ethical and responsible use of AI, and professional practice. The workshop was organized by NAPE with technical support from UNESCO Bangladesh, and was attended by State Minister for Primary and Mass Education Bobby Hajjaj.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced a one-year ban on generative AI tools in public schools for students up to eighth grade, taking effect in the 2026-2027 school year and affecting about 600,000 students. Studies will be conducted during the ban to analyze the technology's impact on children, and a coalition of educators, parents and elected officials will recommend next steps after one year. High schools are not affected, some high school classrooms may join closely monitored AI pilot programs, and all high school students will receive twice-yearly lessons designed to help them think critically about AI.
ABC News reported on June 9, 2026 that multiple US K-12 teachers say they use AI to develop lesson plans, organize data and give feedback on assignments. Melissa Collins, the 2023 Tennessee Teacher of the Year, called AI a tool to spark creativity, and Texas elementary science teacher Lori Garrett said she uses AI for nearly everything in the classroom. A new Gallup poll found only 18% of teachers have received formal AI training. The White House held the Presidential AI Challenge National Champion Awards Ceremony the same day.
