On October 29, 2026, parents in Lanzhou discussed the use of AI homework tutoring tools. AI software provides problem-solving steps and essay examples, alleviating the pressure on parents to tutor. However, some parents are concerned that children's reliance on AI may lead to a decline in independent thinking, resulting in homework inertia and weakened thinking. Some parents have set rules, requiring children to complete homework independently before using AI assistance.
On October 29, 2026, the Beijing Daily reported that the Quzhen Academy of Tsinghua University held a roundtable forum on 'AI and Mathematics,' where several academicians discussed the impact of AI problem-solving on student learning. Chinese Academy of Engineering foreign member Luo Zhiquan, academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences Xi Nanhua, and Tsinghua University's Quzhen Academy Dean Qiu Chengtong emphasized that students should focus on understanding the process rather than relying solely on AI answers, highlighting the importance of independent thinking and ability enhancement.
Chinese university teachers self-assessed their digital literacy, with the UTDL-6D framework comprising six dimensions, where technical operational skills were strongest and ethical and innovative dimensions weakest. 520 teachers participated, the study did not validate AI capabilities but highlighted the lowest scores in areas critical for AI education.
Vietnam's Education and Times newspaper reported that teachers in Vietnam are enhancing AI education quality through core teacher roles. On October 28, 2026, a Vietnamese media outlet published an article stating that teachers need methodological training, teaching material support, and colleague collaboration to address AI teaching challenges. Ms. Nguyen Thi Thu Phuong from Phuc Yen Secondary School identified three main challenges: confusion about pedagogical methods, difficulties in information verification, and a lack of usable teaching materials. She suggested improving teaching effectiveness through instruction design, verification skills, and intelligent filtering. Ms. Doan Thi Phuong Thao from Tuyen Quang's Yen Minh Primary and Secondary School shared teaching resources and supported colleagues.
The Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) has certified ActaMSP's 'Artificial Intelligence Fundamentals and Responsible Use' training program for state and local government employees. The program covers AI concepts, applications, risks, and responsible use. ActaMSP also expands to small and medium-sized business leadership AI workshops, covering the Dallas-Fort Worth and Little Rock areas.
From October 26 to 27, 2026, UNESCO held an international conference in Almaty focusing on the sustainable development of higher education, arts, and AI. Over 70 representatives from Central Asia and other countries participated, discussing educational internationalization, academic mobility, and AI ethics. The conference emphasized the role of art and technology in sustainable development and called for enhanced regional cooperation and knowledge sharing.
772 girls from 16 government secondary schools in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) in Nigeria participated in Afrotechxcel's AI education program, developing 755 technology-based projects covering areas such as healthcare, women's safety, and access to justice. The projects include AI fundamentals, user testing, and commercialization plans, with participants conducting at least 20 user tests.
Professor Eric Appau Asante, Coordinator of AI Courses at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), called for the establishment of national and institutional guidelines to regulate AI use in education. He warned that AI integration could exacerbate existing inequalities, with well-connected urban schools benefiting more than resource-limited rural institutions. The professor emphasized that AI cannot address basic challenges like classroom repairs, electricity, or teacher recruitment.
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Project Tomorrow's 2025-26 national survey and accompanying webinar revealed that 46% of high school students learned about AI through independent experimentation, while 40% used AI for studying and research on a weekly or daily basis. 48% of high school respondents wanted teachers to connect academic lessons to real-life situations, and 44% desired more self-paced learning opportunities.
Global data and AI consulting firm Artefact has partnered with HEC Paris Doha to develop executive-level AI education and capability-building programs for leaders in the Middle East and North Africa. The initiative covers AI strategy, value creation, investment evaluation, governance arrangements, operational model design, and service process reengineering, targeting government ministers, board members, executive teams, and senior leaders. The programs will launch in Qatar and Saudi Arabia, with Doha as the base for further expansion into other MENA markets.
Fenerbahçe Leaders Association opened its first AI library in Bucak, Burdur, as part of its 'Leaders and Generations' project, aiming to enhance AI literacy among children in Anatolia and provide access to advanced AI applications and digital skills courses.
Kechang Xunfei launched the AI Voice Recorder Ring, offering unlimited transcription rights for the first year during JD.com's 11.11 event. JD.com data shows that sales of AI voice recorders increased 8 times compared to last year. The product supports voice transcription and intelligent summary functions, suitable for meeting records and learning reviews.
Hunan Province released the '15th Five-Year Plan for the Development of Education,' proposing that compulsory education stages offer one physical education class per day and promote AI in campuses, improving the smart education platform system. The plan clearly states that by 2030, the gross enrollment rate in higher education will reach 65%, and the number of undergraduate students per 100,000 population will exceed 1,800.
The State Council issued guidelines to promote the integration of artificial intelligence technology with employment development, emphasizing the expansion of new employment spaces in emerging fields, the enhancement of workers' digital literacy, and the improvement of social security systems. The document calls for strengthening the application of AI in education, encouraging universities to optimize their major settings, and cultivating compound talents. The policy covers the entire country, aiming to build an employment-friendly development model.
EDUtech Asia 2026 will be held in Singapore from November 4 to 5, 2026, attracting 8,000 educators, school and university leaders, policymakers, and technology innovators. The event will feature over 250 speakers, 200 exhibitors, and more than 60 start-ups.
On October 22, 2026, the Beijing Kebobo Exhibition of the 2026 Keda Xunfei Global 1024 Developer Festival opened at the Welcome Hall of the Second Phase of the Beijing National Convention Center. The exhibition focused on showcasing a complete set of independently controllable large model technology systems, AI applications serving people's livelihood and industrial development, new generation of human-computer interaction results integrating software and hardware, and an open ecosystem for developers and enterprises, presenting the latest progress of domestic AI from technological innovation to practical applications. Xunfei Starlight, Xunfei Tongchuan AI Blackboard, and Xunfei Starfire Smart Grading Machine M50, among other educational products, were on display, demonstrating the latest advancements of domestic AI in the education sector.
CUHK President Dennis Lo Yuk-ming stated that AI should be a tool rather than a master, categorizing courses into three types: those requiring AI, those allowing AI with disclosure, and those prohibiting AI. AI helped discover epigenetic information in DNA, distinguishing tissue origins.
Artefact and HEC Paris announced a strategic collaboration to develop executive-level AI learning programs in the Middle East. The initiative will start in Qatar and Saudi Arabia before expanding across the Mena region. The courses cover AI strategy, governance, investment risks, operational models, and GenAI applications.
Hebei Province hosted the 'Three-Teacher Classroom' Achievements Exchange and AI-Powered Education Dialogue with Foreign Eminent Educators, with over 400 educational experts, scholars, principals, and teachers attending. The meeting focused on the reconstruction of classroom ecology through the collaborative interaction of teachers, students, and AI. The Chang'an District Education Bureau of Shijiazhuang and six schools showcased their achievements.
On September 16, 2026, UNESCO held an event at its headquarters where 700 students participated in discussions on the impact of AI on education. UNESCO representative Laicia Gagnier emphasized the need to rethink learning methods, while Huawei representative Hu Yue pointed out that AI should promote educational equity. Researcher Margarida Romero reminded students to maintain independent learning abilities.
Swedish scholars published a study in the 'European Journal of Teacher Education' exploring the impact of AI on K-12 education and teachers' teaching practices, emphasizing the importance of educational sciences in AI education development. The study analyzed the expected effects of AI on teachers' professional autonomy and judgment through interviews with experts in computer science and teacher education.
