Pearson, a global leader in education, and Google Cloud announced a multi-year strategic partnership to develop AI-powered tools for K-12 students and educators. This collaboration aims to personalize learning, enhance teacher insights, and improve educational outcomes by leveraging Google Cloud’s advanced AI technologies and Pearson’s expertise in K-12 education.
Pearson and Google Cloud partner to advance AI-driven K-12 education tools.
Focus on personalized learning and data-driven teacher support.
Utilizes Google’s Vertex AI Platform, Gemini, and LearnLM models.
Supports responsible AI with secure, private solutions.
Google extends use of Pearson’s Credly for professional certifications.
Announced June 26, 2025, in Mountain View, CA, and London.
The partnership integrates Pearson’s K-12 expertise, seen in programs like Connections Academy and GED, with Google Cloud’s AI capabilities, including the Vertex AI Platform, Gemini models, and LearnLM, a family of AI models fine-tuned for learning. “When applied thoughtfully and responsibly, AI has the power to transform K-12 education, moving beyond a one-size-fits-all model to support each student on their unique learning journey,” said Omar Abbosh, Pearson CEO. The collaboration focuses on delivering engaging, personalized learning experiences and scalable educational solutions.
Personalized Student Learning: Agentic AI-powered study tools adapt to individual student needs, ensuring engagement and academic progress.
Data-Driven Teacher Support: Google Cloud’s BigQuery provides teachers with insights into student performance, enabling targeted instruction aligned with educational standards.
Scalable AI Content Delivery: Tools like Veo and Imagen ensure fast, secure access to Pearson’s AI-powered educational resources across learning environments.
Responsible AI Practices: Both companies prioritize safe, private AI solutions tailored to students, teachers, and schools.
Professional Credentialing: Google Cloud extends its use of Credly by Pearson for digital badging and certifications.
The partnership addresses the evolving needs of the global workforce by equipping students with AI-driven skills and teachers with actionable insights. “AI and advanced capabilities of agentic AI are set to unlock unprecedented potential within education by accelerating personalized learning journeys,” said Tara Brady, President of Google Cloud EMEA. By replacing uniform teaching methods with tailored learning paths, the initiative aims to foster curiosity, critical thinking, and lifelong learning. Pearson’s existing AI partnerships with Microsoft and Amazon further amplify its digital education strategy.
Pearson serves over 100,000 educators and 10 million students globally, offering curriculum-aligned content, assessments, and virtual schools like Connections Academy. As the parent company of GED Testing Service, it has supported over 21 million graduates since 1942. Pearson’s commitment to responsible AI, grounded in learning science and validated by experts, ensures trusted, impactful educational tools.
This strategic collaboration positions Pearson and Google Cloud at the forefront of AI-driven education, transforming K-12 learning with personalized, secure, and scalable solutions that prepare students for an AI-driven future.
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