A $2. 7 million federal grant has been awarded to the Desert Research Institute STEM Education Program to enhance artificial intelligence and computer science education in Nevada's K-12 classrooms, focusing on teacher support and student outreach, especially in rural areas.
Emerging AI technologies are revolutionizing educational dynamics by offering personalized and adaptive learning experiences through AI tutoring systems, which tailor content delivery to individual student needs and learning styles. However, these advancements come with potential risks, such as data privacy concerns and algorithmic biases, necessitating cautious use and thorough evaluation by educators and parents to ensure safe and effective implementation in educational settings.
Prospective students are increasingly using AI tools like ChatGPT to research and make decisions about their study options, leading to a significant shift in how educational institutions need to approach marketing. While traditional marketing channels remain effective, schools should gradually adapt by ensuring their visibility and accuracy in AI-generated content, as this will impact online marketing success measures such as website visits and conversions.
ETH Zurich, EPFL, and Stanford's Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence have announced a strategic collaboration to advance AI research and education, focusing on open, large-scale foundation models and their societal impact. This partnership aims to strengthen academic leadership in AI, emphasizing human-centered approaches and responsible deployment, while countering the influence of commercially driven AI development.
The use of large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT is increasingly common in academic research, primarily for tasks such as text editing and proofreading, with 80% of researchers acknowledging its use for these purposes. Despite the potential for more complex applications, such as coding or data analysis, these are less frequently reported, and many researchers may not disclose LLM use due to unclear journal policies or the perception that certain tasks do not require acknowledgment.
The global EdTech and smart classrooms market is projected to grow from USD 154. 29 billion in 2024 to USD 458.
In 2025, Google achieved significant advancements in AI research with models like Gemini 3 and Gemma 3, enhancing AI's reasoning, multimodality, and efficiency, which led to new products and features across its portfolio. These developments have not only transformed Google's products but also contributed to scientific progress and global challenges, with a strong emphasis on responsible AI development and collaboration.
Interest in AI is growing among businesses due to its benefits, but concerns about biases in AI technology persist. Studies show that AI models often replicate societal biases, such as racial and gender stereotypes, due to imbalanced training data, leading to significant ethical and social impacts, including discrimination in hiring and wrongful arrests.
