European Commission publishes two reports on Gen AI adoption in education settings

The European Commission has published two reports examining the impact of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) on education stakeholders and how European education systems are responding to digital transformation.

The first paper indicates that GenAI is transitioning into a mainstream educational tool across the EU. The report notes that learning benefits depend on application, while long-term impacts on skills remain unclear. The paper recommends ongoing professional development for teachers alongside institutional guidance for responsible use of AI technologies.

The second report, evaluating digital education across European schools in 2026, finds that while implementation varies, digital transformation is widespread. Core digital infrastructure is largely addressed, although disparities persist in school-level access, technical support, and digital environments. Furthermore, while almost all analysed lower-secondary curricula incorporate digital competence, national or standardised assessments remain rare. Nearly two-thirds of education systems have established policy frameworks, guidance, or strategies regarding AI.

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