Education News

Innovation Apr 19 UNESCO Launches AI in Education Observatory for Latin America and the Caribbean UNESCO has launched the AI in Education Observatory to support the integration of artificial intelligence in education systems across Latin America and the Caribbean. Education policy Apr 19 Illinois State Board of Education Requests $10.9 Billion Budget for FY2027 The Illinois State Board of Education has requested a budget of $10.9 billion for FY2027, including $300 million in new spending for schools and $50 million for property tax relief… Innovation Apr 19 KnowledgeWorks and Valley City State University Partner to Advance Personalized Learning in North Dakota KnowledgeWorks and Valley City State University have partnered to strengthen personalized learning in North Dakota, aiming to create a statewide hub for competency-based education. AI in education Apr 19 Pluralsight Revolutionizes AI Learning with New Sandbox and Guided Learning Pluralsight launches new AI sandbox and guided learning platform to help teams build job-ready tech skills. Education policy Apr 19 Alaska House Passes Budget with $1,500 Permanent Fund Dividend and Boosts to Education Funding The Alaska House has passed a budget that includes significant increases in education funding, demonstrating a commitment to prioritizing education in the state. Innovation Apr 19 South Carolina Charter Schools Face Uncertain Future Amid Reform Efforts A bill aimed at improving charter schools in South Carolina is facing an uncertain future due to hostile amendments from a House leader. AI in education Apr 19 New Canadian Bio-Economy AI Course Launched to Enhance Sector-Specific Literacy BioTalent Canada and Propero Learning Systems have launched a self-paced course on responsible AI tool use for the bio-economy sector. Education policy Apr 19 Michigan Schools to Implement Smartphone Ban in Classrooms Michigan schools are set to implement a smartphone ban during instructional time, aiming to reduce distractions and improve learning outcomes. AI in education Apr 19 Classover and Luka Unveil AI-Powered Learning Collaboration Classover and Luka unveil a strategic collaboration to develop AI-powered learning scenarios, focusing on environment-aware learning and intelligent companion robotics. Dyslexia Apr 19 Tennessee Takes Steps to Enhance Dyslexia Support in Schools Tennessee and Texas are taking steps to enhance dyslexia support in schools through new educator credentials and a funding overhaul.