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] By 2034, AI's role in education will be a $112 billion industry. / USA Teachers College, Columbia University
• [New] Over 825 U.S. higher education institutions participated in the Fall 2025 Snapshot, providing an initial look into international student numbers for the 2025-2026 academic year. Powers Pyles Sutter and Verville PC
• [New] By 2026, 25% of people will spend at least one hour per day in the metaverse for work, shopping, education, social interaction, or entertainment. Devsu
• [New] Consumer education will be what makes or breaks interoperability initiatives in the US. FinExtra
• [New] The UK Government has entered a partnership with Google DeepMind, citing the potential for AI in public services, education and security. UKAuthority
• [New] A scientist might use data from EPA pollution monitors to train a machine-learning model that can predict health outcomes in a rural area where there are no monitors. MIT News | Massachusetts Institute of Technology
• [New] The transition to sustainable travel will require ongoing investments in technology, infrastructure, and education to ensure that future generations can continue to enjoy the world's most iconic destinations without compromising the planet. Travel And Tour World
• [New] The global AI education sector will surge from $7.05 billion in 2025 to an impressive $112.3 billion by 2034, expanding at a rapid annual growth rate of 36.02%. Bitget Exchange
• [New] Asia-Pacific leads growth at 46.12% CAGR; corporate e-learning to hit $44.6 B by 2028 with 57% efficiency boost. Bitget Exchange
• [New] Upon completion, Saadiyat Cultural District Abu Dhabi will be one of the greatest concentrations of world-leading cultural and educational institutions. Skift

Last updated: 22 December 2025