Google.org funds higher-ed AI readiness; 41% of educators lack formal AI training
lmoroney · x · 2026-10-01
At EDUCAUSE, the author argues colleges should ask how—not whether—to prepare educators for AI. Google.org is backing higher-ed work on ethical AI readiness, institutional planning, and student success, citing research that 41% of higher-ed educators report no formal training on AI tools. Teachers, advisors, and community colleges need training and time to redesign courses so students actually benefit.
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