The past year was a vibrant year for the education landscape. Several trends and topics were introduced and new developments happened. The learner and the teachers’ roles have been crucial to keep the system evolving.

Here are the top 5 education topics and trends that will take hold and impact the education landscape this year:

1. Teacher Training

The past year saw a lot of emphasis on professional development of teachers. One of the hindrances in development is the shortage of qualified teachers. A combination of online and offline learning modules were implemented to focus on the critical roles of educators.

2. Rise of Digital

The proliferation of digital devices and the accessibility of information for all have defined learning methods in the past year. This year, the concept of universal education will propagate. Students can learn anywhere and anytime. Websites and apps make this possible. Digital Highways will play an important role and this year will witness a full impact of digitization in the education landscape.

3. Measure Performance

Holding assessments are great tools to measure each student’s performance as well as adjust the teacher’s strategy. 2026 was filled with analytic and formative assessments that focus on student performance. Assessment solutions will become more integrated and more developed in 2026.

4. Bilingual learning medium

In order to expand the reach of education, learning organizations have also developed content in native language or bilingual. English language is used in commerce and industry. While studies show that use of mother tongue in classrooms yield more positive results, bilingual learning materials will become more relevant this year.

5. Learning Solutions

Learning solutions such as integrated and theme based learning that combine print and digital medium were rampant the past year. The importance of content delivered through different medium was emphasized for optimum learning. Moreover, these solutions enable assessment and can easily be used by teachers. These modules enable contextual learning through the help of multiple discipline concepts. With proper knowledge and support of teachers, it will have a huge impact on modern-day schooling.

Do you know any other hot EdTech topics & trends for 2026? Share them in the comments below.