Pedagogy

Education 2026: trends transforming teaching

By Dr. Claire Fontaine
Published on January 8, 2026
6 min read

2026 marks a turning point in the history of education. Emerging technologies and new student expectations are redefining the teaching profession. An overview of major trends.

AI as a teaching assistant

The fantasy of AI replacing teachers is over. In 2026, AI is establishing itself as a valuable assistant for time-consuming tasks: content generation, automated grading, personalized tracking. The teacher remains central, but better equipped.

Personalization at scale

Every student learns differently. Modern tools finally allow adapting pace, format, and difficulty to each profile. Linear paths give way to flexible learning journeys.

Accessibility as standard

Inclusion is no longer optional. WCAG 2.1 standards are becoming the reference. Dyslexia, attention disorders, visual impairments: tools adapt to all learner profiles.

Rethinking assessment

Assessment is no longer limited to written exams. Oral skills, creativity, and collaboration are now valued. AI voice agents enable individualized assessments that were previously impossible at scale.

The return of augmented in-person learning

After years of forced remote learning, in-person teaching is back in force, but augmented by technology. Digital tools enrich classroom interactions without replacing them.

Continuous teacher training

Teachers must constantly learn new tools. Platforms like EduGen integrate this dimension with intuitive interfaces and progressive support.

Conclusion

2026 is the year when technology truly serves pedagogy. At EduGen, we're proud to contribute to this transformation.