Weekly AI News Update (15 - 21 May 2026) - Hong Kong Metropolitan University

Weekly AI News Update (15 - 21 May 2026)

A recent article from Futurity explores teachers' perspectives on AI in the classroom, highlighting both cautious optimism and concerns about implementation, training, and equity. The piece reflects educators' mixed feelings, with many seeing potential benefits but stressing the need for clear guidelines and support. 🔗 futurity.org
As more jobs require AI skills, some colleges may be failing to adequately prepare students. One critic asks: “Why would we train them using the skills of yesterday?” The gap highlights the need for updated curricula to meet evolving workforce demands. 🔗 CNBC
A new article from Brookings questions whether it is time to formally measure cognitive stunting, a concept linked to early childhood development. The piece explores the potential benefits and challenges of adopting such a metric to better address learning and growth deficits in children globally. 🔗 Brookings
Microsoft’s article explores translating AI governance frameworks into practical educational settings, emphasising responsible integration. It outlines steps for institutions to move from policy development to actionable implementation, ensuring ethical use of AI tools in learning environments while addressing compliance and equity. 🔗 Microsoft
Global research is highlighted as a key driver of student success, according to Higher Education Digest. The article emphasises the role of international collaboration in enhancing educational outcomes. 🔗 Higher Education Digest