Beijing Mandates AI Education in Schools

Mar 25, 2025

Beijing will make AI education mandatory in all schools starting this fall, requiring at least eight hours of AI instruction per year.  Elementary students will get hands-on experience with the basic AI concepts, while older students will focus on practical applications and AI ethics. The curriculum aims to create a teacher-student-machine learning model, preparing students for an AI-driven future. (Business Insider). This move aligns with China’s broader strategy to lead in AI development, as the country has already invested heavily in AI research and education reforms. With AI playing a growing role in industries worldwide, Beijing’s approach highlights the urgency of AI literacy in modern education systems.

Outstanding success at the International Olympiad in Informatics

The Hungarian team finished the 2025 International Olympiad in Informatics with a fantastic result! This year’s competition was especially successful for the Hungarian team, as they returned home with the best result in the past 30 years: two gold and two bronze medals for Hungary. We’re proud to share that three of the four team members had been Scoolers at Logiscool for several years! This achievement proves that with perseverance, dedication, and passion, incredible success is possible. Milestones like this continue to reinforce our belief that digital literacy, programming, and AI education are key to the future. Congratulations to the entire team — and especially to our former students!

Source: https://hvg.hu/tudomany/20250804_nemzetkozi-informatikai-diakolimpia-2025-magyar-csapat-eredmenyek-aranyerem-bronzerem

Lost in Digital? 4 in 10 Teens Say They’re Not Ready

A new UK report reveals that 37% of young people aged 16–30 are worried they lack the digital skills needed to secure future jobs, while 41% say they don’t even know which digital skills are most important. Despite growing up with smartphones and social media, many teens still struggle with basic digital literacy—like evaluating online content, using productivity tools, or understanding how AI works. This digital confidence gap risks leaving thousands of young people behind in an economy where nearly every profession demands some level of digital know-how. Experts stress the need for structured, inclusive digital education programs—starting as early as primary school!

Sources: 

https://www.thetimes.com/business-money/ceo-summit/article/alison-brittain-young-people-arent-inherently-digital-natives-svlncqrhp

https://bmmagazine.co.uk/news/princes-trust-warns-of-digital-skills-crisis-as-over-third-of-young-people-lack-confidence-in-securing-tech-jobs/