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Pearson, a global leader in lifelong learning, announced the expansion of its AI learning content portfolio to address the growing skills gap driven by agentic AI and technological change. Following the success of its Generative AI Foundations Certification, which has seen double-digit monthly growth since October 2024, Pearson aims to empower K-12, higher education, professional, and enterprise learners with skills in agentic AI, large language models, and ethical AI implementation.
Pearson expands AI content portfolio on June 30, 2025, in Hoboken, NJ.
Generative AI Foundations Certification grows double digits monthly since October 2024.
AI training hours nearly doubled from 580 to 996 in the past year.
Addresses $1.1T US and £100B UK economic losses from skills gap.
Includes agentic AI, cybersecurity, and professional development courses.
Partners with Microsoft, AWS, and Google for responsible AI solutions.
The rise of agentic AI, capable of autonomous task execution, is widening the skills gap, with economic losses estimated at $1.1 trillion in the US and £100 billion in the UK annually. “The acceleration of AI innovation, including agentic AI, is fundamentally changing the skills landscape,” said Art Valentine, CEO of Pearson US. Pearson’s expanded portfolio, backed by partnerships with Microsoft, Amazon Web Services, and Google, equips learners to thrive in an AI-driven world. AI-related live training hours nearly doubled from 580 to 996 in the past year, reflecting growing demand.
Pearson’s new content spans multiple formats and disciplines, including:
Agentic AI:
Agentic AI and Cybersecurity Risks (Petar Radanliev)
AI Agents A-Z and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and Agents Using LLMs (Sinan Ozdemir)
Create AI Agents with Model Context Protocol (MCP) (Bruce Hopkins)
Modern Automated AI Agents video course (Sinan Ozdemir)
Professional Development:
Jumpstart Your AI Career (Anne T. Griffin)
Enhance Your Productivity with AI (Tiago Costa)
Generative AI Toolbox (Shaun Wassell)
AI-Powered Leadership (Dave Silberman et al.)
Microsoft Copilot Pro Step by Step (Lisa Crosbie)
Using Artificial Intelligence Absolute Beginner’s Guide (Michael Miller)
Developing Cybersecurity Programs in an AI-Driven World (Omar Santos)
AI Certification and Qualification:
Generative AI Foundations Certification, available in nine languages, with thousands of learners since October 2024.
EPQ:AI pathway within the UK’s Extended Project Qualification, serving tens of thousands of students.
AI Literacy modules in MyLab, Mastering, and Revel, launching fall 2025, with Credly badges for completion.
Pearson’s AI content is grounded in learning science, vetted by experts, and designed for responsible use. Over 80% of Pearson’s products are now digital or digitally enabled, integrating AI to enhance teaching and learning. “As AI continues to evolve, it’s crucial that learners are equipped with the skills to navigate and leverage these technologies in real-world scenarios,” said Pearson author Sinan Ozdemir. The AI Literacy modules, launching in select courses, will teach students to understand, use, and evaluate AI, earning badges recognized by colleges and employers.
The global AI training market is projected to grow at a 30% CAGR through 2030, driven by demand for upskilling in agentic AI and ethical implementation. Pearson’s partnerships with tech giants like Google (announced June 26, 2025) and its focus on certifications position it to compete with platforms like Coursera and edX. Posts on X highlight strong sentiment for Pearson’s AI initiatives, with users like @EdTechTrends praising its role in preparing students for AI-driven careers. However, challenges remain in scaling AI literacy globally and ensuring accessibility for diverse learners.
Pearson’s expanded AI content portfolio and strategic partnerships position it as a leader in preparing learners for an AI-driven future, bridging the skills gap with innovative, responsible education solutions.
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