AfroTech's Ambitious AI Training, NIIT's Revenue Surge, and DeweyLearn's Funding Boost - AI in Education #60
July 29, 2026 -
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Anthropic has introduced Claude for Teachers, a new initiative offering free AI tools and resources to verified K-12 educators across the United States. This move aims to support teaching efforts and improve student outcomes by integrating advanced AI capabilities into the educational environment.
Aberystwyth University has partnered with GEDU Global Education to launch Master's programs in Berlin, including a focus on Applied Artificial Intelligence, starting in October 2026. Additionally, Vertiv has enhanced the Naval Postgraduate School's AI research capabilities by deploying integrated power, liquid cooling, and rack infrastructure to support their NVIDIA DGX™ GB300 system.
Welcome to this week's edition of AI In Education Weekly.
Anthropic has introduced Claude for Teachers, a new initiative offering free AI tools and resources to verified K-12 educators across the United States. This move aims to support teaching efforts and improve student outcomes by integrating advanced AI capabilities into the educational environment.
AfroTech to Train One Million in AI Skills
AfroTech has launched an initiative to train one million people in AI skills, focusing on workplace readiness and ethical AI to prepare a skilled workforce. Read more
NIIT Learning Systems Reports Q1 FY'27 Results with 25% Revenue Growth
NIIT Learning Systems Limited has announced its Q1 FY 2027 results, showing a 25% increase in revenue, driven by AI innovations. Read more
DeweyLearn Raises $5 Million for AI Skill Assessment
DeweyLearn, a New York-based AI platform, has secured $5 million in Series A funding to enhance its technology for assessing real-world skills in education. Read more
AnySearch Launches Global Program for Students and Developers
AnySearch has introduced a global Student & Developer Program offering free access to its AI search infrastructure, supporting academic research and AI application development. Read more
Anthropic Offers Free AI Tools to US Educators
Anthropic has launched Claude for Teachers, providing free AI tools and resources to verified K-12 educators across the US to enhance educational practices. Read more
Blackbaud Launches AI Admissions Agent for K-12 Schools
Blackbaud has announced a new AI-driven Admissions Agent designed to enhance enrollment processes and streamline admissions for independent K-12 schools. Read more
Campus Adds AI Courses to Degree Programs
Campus, an online college, is integrating a six-course Applied AI Concentration into all associate degree programs to boost students' workforce readiness in various fields. Read more
Meta Tests AI Storytelling App for Kids
Meta is piloting an AI app called StoryKit that creates personalized children's stories. The app is being tested in select countries and includes safety features. Read more
Aberystwyth University Partners with GEDU for AI Master's in Berlin
Aberystwyth University has formed an alliance with GEDU Global Education to offer Master's programs, including Applied Artificial Intelligence, in Berlin starting October 2026. Read more
Vertiv Enhances Naval Postgraduate School's AI Research
Vertiv has deployed NVIDIA AI infrastructure at the Naval Postgraduate School to boost research capabilities with an advanced AI environment. Read more
Instructure Launches AI Study Coach for Canvas
Instructure has introduced Project Athena, an AI study coach for Canvas LMS, aimed at enhancing learning through personalized study support and data-driven quizzes. Read more
Efekta Education Appoints New CTO for AI Innovations
Efekta Education has appointed Matt Fisher as Chief Technology Officer to lead advancements in their AI-powered learning platform. Read more
NEST Invests in AI for Facilities Management at Saint Joseph's University
NEST has invested $200,000 to develop AI-driven solutions for Integrated Facilities Management at Saint Joseph's University, involving collaboration with students and faculty. Read more
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