Navigating Skills Adaptation: Integrating AI in Higher Education
“Navigating Skills Adaptation: Integrating AI in Higher Education” presents the first findings of the Global Consortium on Artificial Intelligence and Higher Education for Workforce Development, a collaborative research initiative led by World Innovation Summit for Education (WISE) and the Institute of International Education (IIE). Bringing together insights from seven countries, Qatar, Colombia, Ghana, India, Kazakhstan, Spain, […]
Demystifying AI: Preparing K-12 Teachers To Integrate AI Tools Into Their Practice
AI technologies have rapidly catalyzed major innovations and breakthroughs in recent years, particularly in generative AI (“genAI”), poised to transform education and workforce. This study by WISE in collaboration with the MIT pK-12 Initiative and MIT RAISE evaluates the effectiveness of short PD courses in preparing K–12 teachers to integrate AI into their teaching practices. The […]
Perceptions and Pathways to AI Integration
Global research on what AI readiness means for teachers across different education systems is still in its early stages. WISE, in collaboration with the University of Southern California (USC Rossier School of Education), conducted a mixed-methods study, combining surveys and interviews, to examine how K–12 teachers across five countries (Qatar, Colombia, India, Philippines, and the […]
Harnessing AI for Higher Education in Africa
Artificial Intelligence is reshaping education globally, and across Africa, Universities are beginning to engage with AI not just as a tool, but as a strategic opportunity to reimagine learning, expand access, and drive innovation. Drawing on insights from nearly 4,000 stakeholders, the report reveals a sector at a turning point: AI adoption is growing, but […]
Fortifying Education in the Age of Disinformation
The advent of powerful Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen-AI) and the proliferation of sophisticated digital disinformation represent two sides of the same coin, a profound, systemic challenge to the core mission of higher education. Together, they are reshaping how knowledge is created, validated, and shared, creating both unprecedented opportunities and significant risks. Institutions worldwide are grappling […]
Action Plan for an Inclusive Education Policy in the State of Qatar
In recent years, Qatar has made important strides and significant changes to support and integrate people with disabilities. However, we are yet to establish an action plan and a roadmap for policymakers on the education and employability of persons with disabilities. This research report, drawing on reflections from the field, provides important insights in relation to achieving […]
WISE 11 – Summit Report & Policy Recommendations
With the advent of artificial intelligence, what does the future hold for the way we teach, learn, and tap into our creativity? This comprehensive report summarizes the key discussions, insights and policy recommendations from the 2023 WISE Summit, which brought together global education stakeholders to explore the implications of AI for the future of education. […]
Building Skills, Strengthening Communities: The Impact of Learning Festivals
What can students learn outside of the classroom that they would not necessarily access in formal education systems? In a world facing challenges such as poverty, conflict, inequality, unemployment, and environmental sustainability, education holds a pivotal role in addressing these issues. However, traditional education often struggles to meet the evolving needs of future generations. As […]
Qatar’s Edtech Testbed: Challenges and Opportunities for Building Collaborative Partnerships Toward Innovative, Tech-Enabled Teaching and Learning
What barriers and opportunities exist for the schools and teachers in introducing, incorporating, and implementing edtech and encouraging its use in the classroom? To what extent do support and professional development opportunities offered by the edtech venture (i.e., Kamkalima) influence the use and incorporation of the edtech tool in and outside the classroom? How do […]
Qatar’s Edtech Testbed: Challenges and Opportunities for Building Collaborative Partnerships Toward Innovative, Tech-Enabled Teaching and Learning
What barriers and opportunities exist for the schools and teachers in introducing, incorporating, and implementing edtech and encouraging its use in the classroom? To what extent do support and professional development opportunities offered by the edtech venture (i.e., Kamkalima) influence the use and incorporation of the edtech tool in and outside the classroom? How do […]