We believe that the evolving demands of the global economy make education vital to sustainable social and economic success. We also believe that education is a fundamental human right and is the single most important investment in the future of individuals, communities, the nation, and the world.

We hope that technology can help extend powerful new education opportunities to millions of people.

• Participate in developing and cultivating a School of the Future
• Introduce opportunities for education and innovation to 1 billion people, by 2015, via Microsoft Unlimited Potential
• Increase access to technology to help improve teaching and learning via Partners in Learning
• Connect academic learning institutions to the world of work via Microsoft IT Academy
• Encourage Microsoft employees to volunteer in community and education programs