Google announced that starting in 2027, it will adjust the management policy of artificial intelligence functions for K-12 education users, with related AI services and Google Search defaulting to off, requiring school administrators to actively authorize before use. The AI-assisted learning function Guided Learning will be piloted in some schools in the United States first, and then gradually promoted after collecting feedback.
Chegg's Q3 2026 earnings call revealed the company's shift towards an employment skills platform, with expected annual revenue from the skills business exceeding $65 million. The company completed a balance sheet reset, with no debt and $43.6 million in cash. The employment skills platform internships.com attracted over 100,000 visitors within 8 weeks of launch and is in pilot programs with multiple universities.
OCDE will hold the third annual Student AI Convening on November 6, featuring student-led workshops and innovation showcases. The event includes six interactive breakout sessions led by students from multiple high schools in Orange County. Students will present AI tools like Wisteria and Storyscape and discuss AI ethics and language processing.
Google announced that it will disable AI tools for K-12 students next year unless school administrators explicitly turn them on. The adjustment involves Gemini, NotebookLM, Gemini in Classroom, and Google Search. Schools that fully restrict AI will no longer be able to use Google Search, as AI features are deeply integrated into the search engine.
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Education experts emphasized at a vice chancellors' roundtable meeting that universities must adopt modern technology and ensure the responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI). The meeting, hosted by Allama Iqbal Open University, included participants such as university vice chancellors, education experts, and international experts.
Pearson held an educational event in Thailand focusing on generative AI and the role of teachers. The event took place on October 29, 2026, and involved English teaching, assessment, and AI applications. Pearson's PEIC certification is recognized by the Thai Ministry of Education.
On October 23, 2026, the 'Frontiers in Education' published the AISES-T scale, consisting of 22 items divided into three factors: AI Use and Learning Self-Efficacy, Pedagogical AI Integration Self-Efficacy, and AI Awareness and Understanding Self-Efficacy. The study showed that AI self-efficacy explained 32% of the variance in AI-supported instructional design engagement.
Rappler and The Nerve jointly host an AI executive masterclass on December 4, covering AI ethics, strategy, governance, and practice. Reven, an educator, participated and shared his experience. The event is a full-day workshop aimed at executives.
The “National Training Program” (2026) Longzhuhan Primary and Secondary School Principals' AI Literacy Enhancement Training was held in Changsha from October 25 to 30, with 100 backbone principals from the Longzhuhan region participating. The training included a five-stage curriculum system, including special lectures, on-site observations, and the development of action plans.
In November 2026, the Beijing Commission for Discipline Inspection and the Supervision Group stationed at the Municipal Party Committee of Education jointly exhibited seven AI integrity short films created by teachers and students of capital universities. The short films integrate integrity culture and are incorporated into the ideological and political education curriculum system, guiding students to shape a clean and honest character.
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The UAE has launched four free AI education programs, including Dubai's One Million Prompters, Google AI Plus, IBM SkillsBuild, and Abu Dhabi's AiNative. The programs cover topics such as prompt engineering and generative AI, and are open to students, government employees, and the public for registration.
HWDSB plans to provide Microsoft Copilot access for Grades 9–12 through Study and Learn on November 3. The plan is limited to specific grades and does not include eighth-grade students. The school emphasizes teacher judgment and student well-being, with ongoing assessment and community feedback.
On October 30, the 88th China Education Equipment Exhibition opened in Changsha. iFLYTEK participated with the theme 'Safer AI, Smarter AI for Education,' showcasing products like Xunfei Starfire AIPC, covering scenarios such as classroom teaching, homework correction, teacher assistance, science and technology education, physical and mental health, and regional education governance.
The Iraqi government plans to establish AI labs in 100 rural primary and middle schools, with AI content integrated into the curricula for first- and second-year students starting in 2025. Currently, 14 universities nationwide offer AI programs, and some private schools have introduced robotics and AI into their curricula.
