Education Spotlight Brief
Exiting the AI Pilot Trap: Responsible Scale for AI Literacy, Governance, and Workforce Readiness
Insights from a dialogue with Pat Yongpradit (Microsoft) + selective OECD/WEF evidence
Date: February 26, 2026Authors: Global AI & Education Policy Observatory4 pages
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Abstract
This brief synthesizes evidence and expert dialogue on scaling AI literacy and governance beyond pilots. It argues for treating AI literacy as baseline infrastructure, aligning responsible-use policy with cybersecurity maturity, and preparing for workforce change as task-displacement first.
Key messages
- Make AI literacy baseline infrastructure, not a one-off training.
- Treat responsible-use policy like cybersecurity: tiered maturity, clear ownership.
- Prepare for workforce change as task-displacement first, then role redesign.
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