Claude Free for U.S. Schools, Google Expands Gemini, and More - AI in Education #64
September 02, 2026 -
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Fikr Ventures has invested US$3 million in Saudi EdTech company AILA to support its AI-native personalized learning expansion. The funding round was led by Rua Growth Fund and included other investors, marking a significant step in enhancing educational technology in the region.
OpenAI and Thailand’s Ministry of Higher Education have teamed up to launch an eight-week accelerator program. This initiative aims to assist ten Thai startups in the fields of health, wellness, and education to develop market-ready products. Additionally, Claude for Teachers is now available as a free Enterprise offering to U.S. K-12 schools and districts, providing premium features and centralized management for a full year to those signing up by June 30, 2027.
Welcome to this week's edition of AI In Education Weekly.
Fikr Ventures has invested US$3 million in Saudi EdTech company AILA to support its AI-native personalized learning expansion. The funding round was led by Rua Growth Fund and included other investors, marking a significant step in enhancing educational technology in the region.
OpenAI and Thailand’s Ministry of Higher Education have teamed up to launch an eight-week accelerator program. This initiative aims to assist ten Thai startups in the fields of health, wellness, and education to develop market-ready products. Additionally, Claude for Teachers is now available as a free Enterprise offering to U.S. K-12 schools and districts, providing premium features and centralized management for a full year to those signing up by June 30, 2027.
Claude for Teachers Free for U.S. K-12 Schools
Claude for Teachers is now available as a free Enterprise offering to U.S. K-12 schools and districts, starting August 28, 2026. The program includes premium features and centralized management, with a full year of free access for schools signing up by June 30, 2027. Read more
Google Expands Gemini Chatbot to K-12 Students
Google has made its Gemini chatbot available to K-12 students, prompting concerns about schools' readiness to manage its use. The tool, previously limited to older students, now aids younger students in creating study materials and assignments. Read more
Fikr Ventures Invests in Saudi EdTech AILA
Fikr Ventures has invested US$3 million in Saudi EdTech company AILA to support its AI-native personalized learning expansion. Read more
MIT Introduces AI Use Policy for Instructors
MIT has released a new policy for AI use in teaching, following recommendations from an Ad Hoc Committee. The policy includes guidelines and a Four-Option Menu for acceptable AI use in classes. Read more
Medly AI Secures $8M for AI Tutoring Expansion
UK-based edtech startup Medly AI has raised $8 million to expand its AI-powered tutoring services both in the UK and internationally. Read more
OpenAI and Thai Ministry Launch AI Accelerator
OpenAI and Thailand’s Ministry of Higher Education have initiated an eight-week accelerator program to assist ten Thai startups in health, wellness, and education in developing market-ready products. Read more
IBM Launches AI Fellowship for U.S. Schools
IBM has introduced the K-12 AI Leaders Fellowship to tackle the AI readiness gap in U.S. schools. The initiative aims to provide educators with the tools and knowledge needed for responsible AI use. Read more
PMI U.S. Advocates for AI Talent Pipeline Rebuild
A report from PMI U.S. stresses the importance of employer-university partnerships to tackle AI talent shortages and suggests a framework for education transformation. Read more
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