INSPIRATION IN EDUCATION

As a seasoned professional with over 17 years of experience in international education, I have established a reputation as a creative and innovative thought leader in my field. My extensive knowledge and expertise in various curricula, combined with my ability to integrate innovative...

Kelly Somerville works at the Australian International School, Singapore and is in a whole school role as the Assistant Head. Kelly has been at AIS for 18 years and has taken on various teaching and leadership roles. Kelly’s work is dedicated to supporting teaching teams to build a strong sense of...

Mr. Leo Agustinus is currently the Chief Program Development Officer at Kinderfield - Highfield School Indonesia. With over 18 years of experience in the educational field, he has dwelled in various roles such as subject teacher, homeroom teacher, teacher coordinator, vice principal, and...

Shunfa is the Subject Head for Design, Innovation, and Research at Dunman High School where he currently teaches Computing and Maker Education. He is a strong education professional with the vision and ability to execute and deliver innovative curricular and pedagogical approaches within the...

Kevin is motivated by the belief that all people can achieve in outstanding ways when led with compassion and trust toward a deeper sense of meaning in their work and learning. Kevin has embodied this philosophy in his twenty-year journey as a teacher, curriculum leader, technology...

Daniel is the Whole School Deputy Head at Dover Court International School, overseeing Educational Technology along with data, reporting, and assessment in Primary School.He is an international educator for 10 years in the US and Singapore in various leadership positions. A keen advocate for the...

Han Pin is a transformational leader and grounded teacher-researcher who loves to connect with diverse people through human-centred learning and technology. With a Masters in EducationalPolicy and Leadership from Stanford University, he has led departments and teams in various K-12 schools in...

Joh Liang joined Sing-Ed Global Schoolhouse as the Chief Technology Officer and Senior Vice-President of Smart School programme on 1st April 2021.He was the Senior Director of the Singapore National Computer Board overseeing all 11 industry clusters, including the Education Cluster. He was the IT...

Andriani is an educator with more than 15 years of experience. She is very interested in curriculum design and student engagement. For the past 8 years, she's also had the opportunity to work as Vice Principal for Student Affairs/Curriculum/Head of Department/Bilingual Program Coordinator. She...

Sigit Setyawan is currently the School Director at Notre Dame School Jakarta, Indonesia. Notre Dame School consists of seven school units (K-12) located in Jakarta and Bekasi, West Java. Sigit started his career as a teacher in 2002, then became vice-principal and head of the language department at ...

Jaspal Sidhu is a Singaporean and is the Founder and Chairman of the SIS and Inspirasi Group of Schools. He has a degree in Civil and Structural Engineering (NUS, Singapore) and a MBA (distinction) from the University of Hull, UK.   SIS is an expanding K-12 platform in Indonesia and the...

Adam is the Director of Learning Innovation at Australian International School in Singapore. He brings over 15 years of experience in education from Queensland, Australia. Throughout his career, Adam has held a range of roles including classroom teacher, EdTech Coach, Regional EdTech Programme...

Nur Abidin (Abi) is the CEO and founder of Thursina IIBS. He started serving in education and teaching in 2006. During 2010-2011, he pursued a master's degree at the school of education, Flinders University, under an Australian government scholarship.In 2014, he founded Tazkia IIBS...

Erman Abu Bakar is an art educator with a passion for technology-based learning. He has developed innovative strategies that integrate art and technology, including game-based learning and gamification. Erman is proficient in using information technology to enhance the learning...

Dr. Vincent Chian is a medical graduate from Manchester University and a former Psychiatry Registrar. Over the last 11 years, he taught biology, inspired a science department, led the IB Diploma programme, and championed holistic education as a principal. Under his leadership, the IB Diploma at...

Jimmie graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education, majoring in General Science, at Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University South La Union Campus. He also earned his Master of Arts in Science Education and Doctor of Philosophy in Science Education at DMMMSU-Graduate...

Alexandre Nenes is an esteemed education and technology expert who possesses a wealth of experience in pedagogical leadership. He currently serves as the co-principal at Sinarmas World Academy, a highly regarded institution that focuses on providing innovative and cutting-edge K-12 education.With...

Matthew has more than 12 years of experience as an educator in the UK, Africa, and South East Asia, including Malaysia.Most recently, he led the creation and implementation of a new and ambitious curriculum, which equips students with the knowledge and cultural capital they need and provides...

Chris is an academic data specialist at Singapore American School. He helps school leaders and educators make sense of their data by turning it into information that informs effective decision-making. Chris has 25 years of experience in education. Starting off as an elementary classroom teacher for ...

A school Chief of Operations who is passionate about bringing out people's potential and has previous software engineering experience in Canada, Reinhard possesses a strong work ethic, analytical skills, and a keen eye for detail. He holds a Combined Business and Computer Science degree and an...

Dr. Emmanuel Bernet is a French-Canadian primary school teacher, trainer and researcher for more than 20 years. He holds a doctorate degree (Ph.D.) in educational psychology from the University of Montreal. Throughout the years, he has developed a recognised expertise in competency-based...

Paul is Deputy Head of Primary at Southern Cross Grammar in Melbourne, Australia. He has worked in many school settings as Acting Principal, Deputy Principal, various Curriculum and Pedagogy Leadership roles and eLearning Leader. While completing his Masters in Educational Leadership he developed...

Shu Tian has been in education for more than 10 years. She is currently the Head of the Educational Technology department at St. Anthony’s Primary School. She has led the department and the school through various changes which include the use of technological tools to support teaching and learning...

Nicki Coombs is currently the Executive Principal of the Beaconhouse Sri Inai International School, joining in 2018 having previously been the Principal of Beaconhouse Newlands International School from 2014. She brings with her a wealth of educational experience prior to her move to Malaysia, most ...

Mark Anthony B. Leander is a curriculum design, development, and supervision specialist. He has been in the educator sector for more than 10 years as an instructor, coordinator, and director. He has a doctorate degree in education majoring in curriculum development. His dissertation focused on...

Tim is the head of digital learning for K-12 at UWCSEA Dover. He is responsible for the intersection between technology and pedagogy throughout the college, ensuring students both learn about and benefit from the very best practices in both fields. Whilst at UWCSEA, he co-founded the instructional...

Dang Phuong Anh (Camellia) is the true definition of a “rainbow educator” — a passionate and inspirational messenger with an energetic and vibrant personality. She has lived and worked in 6 cities across 4 countries where she gained tremendous professional experience. Camellia's education...

Starting in 2010, Masruri started out as an English teacher in Al Azhar Kelapa Gading Jakarta in 2010. Since then, he's served the school as Vice Principal of Curriculum, Principal of the Junior High School, and now Principal of the Senior High School. Under his leadership, Al Azhar Kelapa...

Ryan is the Director of Educational Technology at American School Hong Kong. He has a passion for integrating technology and design principles into STEAM education.Ryan has been teaching in Hong Kong and China for 20 years and completed his Master’s Degree in IT in Education in 2006. He was the...

Dr. Jim Gerhard is the Head of School at Seoul International School in the Republic of Korea. He has been an educator, principal, and school head at eight different schools during his time in the United States, India, Kuwait, the Dominican Republic, Thailand, Burma, Sierra Leone and South Korea. He ...

Richard is Bachelor of Science, Honours with Qualified Teacher Status and experienced in teaching and leading education technology across British Secondary and international settings for the last 12 years. Richard held the Head of Digital Technology position in a UK Secondary academy, where the...

Craig is an experienced Educator and highly sought-after EdTech consultant who supports digital transformation. Craig is the Co-Founder of EduSpark — a NEW, revolutionary Education Professional Learning Platform. Using his years of experience as an educator, leader and consultant, he has partnered...

Hidayatur Rahman Romadhona is a passionate and lifelong learner and educator who has relentless optimism and strives to bring digital transformation to education. He loves to help and share with educators about technology, education, and English. Driven by the idea of collaboration and...

Thanbeer is an active and passionate educator in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. She is an E-TEACHER ICON Award Winner. This award was conferred by NUTP (National Union of the Teaching Profession Malaysia) and UNITAR International University in 2020 for her expertise in teaching online effectively and...

Steven is a passionate Google for Education Certified Coach, Trainer, and Innovator Coach for Southeast Asia 2019. Steven has extensive 7 years of teaching and 10 years of training leaders, change management, and educators in multiple international and local corporations, schools and universities...

Jennifer Bantigue-Angeles — Head Teacher of SIS Cilegon, a member of the SIS Group of Schools — is from the Philippines, but has been in Indonesia since 2011. Jennifer has worked in various fields of education in several Southeast Asian countries including Mongolia, Cambodia, and Timor Leste. She...

A Mathematics educator passionate about teaching and learning with Education Technology, Yijie manages the school's EdTech professional development with relevant partners via learning platforms such as nationwide Tech Summits, staff conferences and induction workshops. Yijie also leads the...

Wilma is the principal of Commonwealth Elementary School as well as a part-time Professor at Pacific Intercontinental College Graduate School in the Philippines. She is a 2-time Hall of Fame Awardee (National Brigada Eskwela Contest), was awarded Most Outstanding Educator (Gawad Sulo Foundation)...

David is the Director of Technology at Branksome Hall Asia, newly arrived after 7 years in Malta. In international education for over 20 years, previously he has worked in Colombia, the UK, Bangladesh, & Vietnam. Originally a mathematics teacher, he moved quickly into leadership roles where he...

An alumnus of IIM Calcutta, Mitra has been in the field of education for the last 27 years. Her role as a school leader empowers her with the ability to usher in new-age thinking in terms of classroom pedagogy and diverse assessment methods and to implement novel ideas and programs for her...

As Director of Learning for the 5 Jakarta-area Sekolah Pelita Harapan international schools, Barry Shealy supports and oversees curriculum, professional learning, academic improvement, and program evaluation. Prior to coming to Jakarta, he worked in independent K12 schools and in higher education...

Dr. Sunita Swaraj, Principal, The Heritage School Vasant Kunj is an erudite visionary and an adept educationist. She embraces the vision of creating a student-led boutique school, where self-directed learners operate from a sense of understanding freedom and exhibit responsibility as they take...

International award winner and entrepreneur Mr. Gaurava Yadav was most recently selected by the Economic Times Group (ET NOW) under its series ‘LEADERS of Tomorrow’ for his demonstrated work in the field of School education where he follows his passion for quizzing and developing what he popularly...

Rutdiana is a highly accomplished education professional with a strong background in curriculum development, instruction, and management. She is currently working as an International Curriculum Coordinator and a mathematics teacher at Saint Peter School in Jakarta, Indonesia. She has over 25 years...

Matthew Brown was educated in the UK. He attended Swansea University in Wales, having become fluent in Welsh and went on to teach the subject that has become his lifelong passion – Physics. Matthew has extensive experience in academic and pastoral leadership, having been Head of Department and Head ...

Donnah is currently Head of School at Ascot International School and is a dynamic leader who has worked in education for over 25 years. She has worked and held leadership roles in a wide range of schools, including state and independent schools, both internationally and in Australia. Donnah has...

Madhu Khanna is currently the Principal at GIIS Tokyo Campus, Japan. Her experience in Education, Management and Learning Platforms implementing multiple curricula spans over 25 years.Besides her experience in school education, she is a Business Excellence assessor for SPRING (The...

Dr. Worawarong Rakreungdet is a strategist and a results-driven operations management executive with extensive experiences in proposal development, project planning and management, learning and curriculum development, organization management, strategic communication, international relations and...

Kathleen started her professional life in culinary and food services management and as a university lecturer. A global citizen for the last 22 years, Kathleen’s career has worn multiple and varied hats, including hotelier, maternal and infant health advocacy, and directing non-profit...

Adam is a Canadian working in Hanoi, Vietnam at the United Nations International School as the Director of Technology. He has worked in the technology field for over 23 years across a wide range of industries, 12 of which were in a fast-growing Life Sciences company and 7 in International...

Soheil Katal is an enterprising, innovative, solution-focused IT leader, experienced in enterprise architecture management, and a proven successful project leader. Twenty years of experience in both the public and private sectors and well-rounded expertise in business insight and technology...

Andy is the Head of the Gifted Education Department at St. Hilda’s Primary School in Singapore. He recently obtained a Master's by Research from the National Institute of Education (Singapore) and is currently a part-time Ph.D. candidate investigating students’ emotional climates when they...

Mrs. Abygail P. Magbag is a graduate of De La Salle-CSB with a degree in Multimedia Arts and units in AB - Literature from De La Salle University-Manila. She obtained her PTC from UPOU and her certificate in Management of ESL Classes from DLSU-CeLL. She authored three language workbooks for Grades...

Danni Mattiazzo, senior teacher at Larrakeyah Primary School, has over 10 years of experience in the primary school system. During this time, she has worked across all year levels and developed extensive curriculum knowledge. Currently, she is the head of curriculum and assessment and STEAM...

Graduated Charles Darwin University, Northern Territory (NT), Australia. Completed Master of Education (Honours) and Graduate Diploma in Public Sector Executive Management.   Worked in the NT education system for 37 years and has been a Principal for 14 years. Currently Principal of Larrakeyah...

Kamran is an EdTech Researcher and Trainer. He is currently working as Assistant Director IT at Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU), Pakistan which is one of the mega open universities of the world. He is also a Ph.D. research scholar at the National University of Science and Technology...

Dr. Charles Sharma Naidu is an educator with over 20 years of experience.  He holds a BA (Hons) in Graphic Design from Central Saint Martin’s College of Art and Design in London, a Master’s degree in Education Technology from University Technology Tun Hussein Onn, Johor, and a Ph.D. in Education...

Magdeline is an Associate University Librarian at NUS Libraries. Some of her interests relate to pedagogical research, innovative teaching methods, educational interventions, and research impact assessment. She received her B.Sc. (Hons) and M.Sc. in Chemistry from NUS, and Ph.D. in Chemistry from...

Justyn has been teaching for more than 20 years, with a focus on problem-based learning. His background is in journalism and photography, and he is passionate about good teaching and learning, particularly in the field of writing.

Edwin teaches upper primary students English Language and he particularly loves tinkering with creative writing lesson ideas. He believes that writing is an incredibly complex process and, therefore, young writers need a lot of support and encouragement. As such, he often designs writing lessons...

Prof. Voltaire G. Organo earned his doctorate in Chemistry (major in Organic Chemistry) at the University of Texas at Arlington, USA. He worked as a predoctoral research fellow at the National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland, and as a postdoctoral research...

Dr. Evgenii Permiakov is an educator, cinematographer, gamer, educational technology specialist, and father. He works as an Educational Technology Coach at the Korea International School in Seoul.     Treading a path of innovation and creativity, Evgenii is an educational influencer whose true...

Shufen has over 10 years’ worth of experience as an educator, facilitating learning for both PET and CET learners. She spends a significant proportion of her professional time honing her craft in curriculum delivery and curriculum design and being informed on pedagogies that enhance effective...

Dr. Bina Rai is a microbiologist, bio-engineer and community-engaged educator. She is a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Biomedical Engineering, National University of Singapore, and the course lead for two technical electives on Bioanalytical Methods for Engineers and Serious Games for...

Professor from De La Salle University-Dasmarinas/ College of Science & Computer Studies - Information Technology Department. Also the Training Coordinator for Multimedia Development/ Center for Innovative Learning ProgramsDoctor in Information Technology -2023Master in Information Technology...

Rachel is a fully trained and qualified Special Education Teacher, Inclusion Specialist & Learning Enrichment Teacher, with over 15yrs experience in Australia, the UAE and Singapore in Early Childhood, Primary and Secondary Education. She is originally from Coffs Harbour, a small town in...

An experienced educator with 17+ years of rich experience in the field of technology, 9 years as a Software Developer with leading technology companies and 8 years of Teaching Experience in both National and international curriculums with leading schools.   Current Profile: Head, Department of...

Sidney is a Technology Coach and Digital Intelligence Lead with Oberoi International School, Mumbai, India. An Apple Professional Learning Specialist and Apple Distinguished Educator for the EMEIA Region. Sidney is dedicated to transforming education through the integration of technology, digital...

Erick teaches courses relating to critical thinking, academic writing and oral communication, and aspects of linguistics such as Phonetics and Phonology. Trained as a Speech-Language Pathologist and obtaining his Masters in Speech Pathology from La Trobe University in 2003, Erick worked in a...

Shannon Tan is presently a Research Executive at Kaplan Higher Education Singapore. She is also the Journal Manager of the Journal of Applied Learning & Teaching. She holds a Bachelor's degree (double major in Psychology and Management) from Murdoch University.

Shaun has over 14 years of experience as an educator in Game Design, Game-Based Learning and Gamification at Republic Polytechnic, where he teaches Game Theory, Board and Card Game Design, 2D Art Asset Creation and Arts History.He is engaged in the application, and prospects of gamification as an...

Emily Toh is a lecturer at the National Institute of Early Childhood Development in Singapore. She teaches full-time pre-service teachers at the Polytechnic level. Her subject areas include Child Development, Curriculum Design, Principles & Practices, Child Health & Safety, Research Modules ...

Having transitioned from industry into education, John is now in his 10th year of teaching Computer Science. Initially, he worked in England and then relocated to Vietnam and has spent 6 years there to date. He has explored positions in Curriculum Development, Digital Strategy Lead and most...

Dr. Mary Ann Valentino is the research coordinator at the National University Bulacan campus in the Philippines. She is teaching graduate studies and information technology students at the same university. She has participated in different speaking engagements, seminars, training, and local and...

A dedicated and accomplished educational leader with a proven track record of driving academic excellence and fostering a positive learning environment. In his role as Principal, Pavan provides visionary leadership to the entire school community, ensuring the implementation of effective teaching...

Tram is an experienced educator passionate about integrating educational technology to enhance teaching and learning. With over 10 years of teaching experience in International Schools, she brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her role as a Primary Learning Technologies Integrator at...

Dr. Wong Teik Aun holds a Ph.D. in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Philanthropy from Universiti Sains Malaysia. His areas of interest include Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), social capital, small businesses, entrepreneurship, marketing, social enterprises, ethics, pedagogy &...

Suei Nee has more than 10 years of experience working as a Librarian. Her work interests include Systematic Review searching and teaching users how to search for full-text articles. On a daily basis, she enjoys talking to users, helping with their queries, and making friends with them. She has...

Jessica Yang, MSc, MEd, is a Senior Education Specialist in Ngee Ann Polytechnic. She lectures in Diploma in Optometry for the School of Health Sciences.

Tim is the Learning Technologies & Data Coordinator at the American International School of Guangzhou, China. With a Masters in Educational Technology & Instructional Design, he is passionate about using technology in the classroom to enhance the whole teaching and learning...

Originally from New Zealand, Michelle has also taught in England and Malaysia. She has been based in Malaysia for 10 years, and has gone from a teacher to a whole school principal. She is the Principal at Sayfol International School, where she has been for 6 years.    Educational Leadership...

Beth has been in the education profession for more than 3 decades and has witnessed how teaching and learning have evolved. She is an advocate of experiential learning. Anything that a child has experienced has a significant impact on his learning journey. In her school, they give children...

Associate  Professor Dr. Shahrul Mizan Bin Ismail is the Dean of the University Malaya Centre for Continuing Education (UMCCED), University Malaya (UM). Previously, he was the Deputy Dean at the Faculty of Law, National University of Malaysia (UKM) from 2019-2022 and the Deputy Director (Learning...

As an educator, Elaine believes in harnessing the power of the imagination, the pleasure of play and the wonder of stories. She has over a decade of experience teaching and mentoring children, teenagers and young adults, while working on various early literacy projects. As a lecturer at the...

Jie Ying is a Science and Immersive Tech Librarian at the National University of Singapore (NUS). Besides conducting information literacy programmes and consultations, she is part of the team behind TEL Imaginarium, a library facility which showcases devices that facilitate technology-enhanced...

Li Zhen has been teaching for almost 11 years in a primary school setting, mainly in Science and Mathematics. She loves the outdoors and sports! More importantly, she enjoys teaching and more so, delivering the joy of learning to her students. With the fast ever-changing world and educational...

Anto is the Head of IT and Data Protection Officer at the Overseas School of Colombo. He oversees the integration of Ed-tech and manages various systems, including the LMS, SIS, and Data Integration. Anto's interest in automation, system unification, workflows and data transformation led him to ...

Marcia Nina C. Salvador is an Assistant Professor at the Philippine Normal University-Manila. She is a Faculty and Supervisor of Practice Teachers and Field Students at the Institute of Teaching and Learning and an Adjunct Professor at the Faculty of Education Sciences (College of Teacher...

Sia Geok Soon is a lecturer at the Institute of Technical Education (ITE) College Central, specializing in the field of Infocomm Technology. With a passion for integrating Information and Communication Technology (ICT) into his teaching methods, he consistently seeks ways to improve classroom...

Faisal Athar Bin Mohd Fadzil is an accomplished professional in the field of Extended Reality (XR) with a diverse background and extensive expertise. With over a decade of experience, Faisal has made significant contributions to the XR industry through his work at renowned organizations.   ...

Beh Yeow Hui has been lecturing for the past 29 years in Malaysian private tertiary education. He mainly teaches Management, Marketing and Organisational Behavior related subjects. He is also an accredited MBTI trainer.

Benjamin Burgess is the online safeguarding lead and IT integration coordinator at the Swiss International School Qatar. He is a Google Certified trainer with a passion for technology in education. As a safeguarding lead, he has worked with staff, students and parents to increase awareness around...

Jeremy A. Cruz, a Doctor of Education, is a multi-awarded educator, researcher, and champion advocate of inclusive education. He was a recipient of the 2020 National Dangal ng Bayan Award, for his extraordinary acts of public service and consistent demonstration of exemplary ethical behavior. On...

Meet Miss Santi Dewi, an extraordinary English teacher hailing from the vibrant country of Indonesia. Santi's passion for education and her unwavering commitment to her students have made her a beacon of inspiration in the field of language instruction. Through her dedication and innovative...

Sonia is currently working as a Principal and English teacher (at the higher secondary level) at Douglas Memorial Higher Secondary School, Kolkata. She is also the Regional Executive Member of Association of Schools for the Indian School Certificate (ASISC) for West Bengal and North East States of...

Dan Hartig is a music teacher from New York City. He is currently working in Singapore at the Canadian International School, where he teaches IB music, modern band and songwriting. Dan is passionate about using appropriate and engaging technology in the music classroom to spark student inquiry from ...

Aime is a former high school teacher at the U.P. Integrated School before joining STI Education Services Group where she currently serves as Training Manager. She graduated cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in education at the University of the Philippines, where she was also inducted as a member...

Bruce specialises in Building Information Modelling (BIM), Augmented Reality (AR)/Virtual Reality (VR) and Technology Enhanced Learning (TEL). He has developed an innovative pedagogical approach — ‘Experience Synchronization’ — for rapid upskilling and reskilling. He currently holds the following...

Chien Ching LEE is an Associate Professor at the Centre for Communication Skills. She is a life-long believer in experiential learning that involves inculcating a curious, open, and critical mindset in viewing situations from multiple perspectives, based on evidence.  Her areas of interest are in...

Lee Chye Seng has more than 20 years of experience leading large-scale eLearning initiatives and spearheading Learning Technology for higher education. He is currently the Director of Learning Technology and Services at Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) and was formerly the Divisional...

LIM Siu Chen is a research librarian at NUS Libraries. Her interests relate to copyright and digital information literacy and their applications to teaching, learning and research. She has experience providing information literacy instruction as part of the Law Resource and Humanities & Social...

Claudia Lim is a passionate Lecturer at the School of Business & Services, Institute of Technical Education. With a strong belief in the power of EdTech, she integrates innovative tools to engage and motivate her students. Claudia's classroom is a vibrant and interactive space where...

Chi Yong is currently a Senior Lecturer at Republic Polytechnic in Singapore, with specialisation in games, gamification, and game-based learning. As an educator and school speaker, he has led outreach programs and workshops on post-secondary education for secondary school students, showcasing his...

With 14 years of experience as an ICT/CS, Design Educator across IGCSE and IB curricula specialising in  AI, STEM, and Robotics, Pradeesh is a passionate Technology Integration Specialist dedicated to empowering students to be next-gen digital creators. He thrives on merging cutting-edge technology ...

Mr. Hossein Tohidi a.k.a Unclecode, a computer science graduate and software engineer with expertise in NLP, is passionate about democratizing AI education and empowering students worldwide through Kidocode's personalized and gamified learning experience.He spent over a decade teaching in...

Jurana is a dedicated educator with 13 years of experience in teaching Secondary School Art, History, and Social Studies. She firmly believes in student-centric pedagogy, fostering an engaging and enriching learning environment. Jurana's teaching philosophy centers around collaborative and...

Dr. Narentheren Kaliappen is a Senior Lecturer of International Business (AACSB Accredited) at the School of International Studies, Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM). He holds a Ph.D., MBA and BBA (Hons) from UUM. He was conferred the Distinguish Doctoral Dissertation Award by Academy for Global...

Lillian Lam is a Learning Innovation Leader and Secondary Learning Enrichment Teacher at the Australian International School in Singapore. With a Masters and dual certification in Special and General Education, she brings over 14 years of classroom experience with a focus on innovation and...

With over 15 years of experience in the education sector, Sie Kee is currently leading the Educational Technology department in his school, along with providing operational support to two other institutions.  He specializes in ensuring the proper set up of technology infrastructure, systems, and...

Candice is a passionate art and drama educator with a decade of teaching experience. Her journey in the art of teaching has driven her to understand her students' individual profiles of learning and interests, emphasising the importance of establishing interaction and rapport with each of...

Micah Joy L. Mitra, is a Teacher II from SDO Quezon Province, Candelaria East District, at Mangilag Sur Elementary School. She is the school ICT coordinator, a Screencastify Master Editor, a Classpoint Certified Trainer, a Twinkl Ambassador, a Google Certified Educator, Trainer, Coach, and...

Avis Parker is an experienced educator who has been teaching in international schools in Malaysia for more than 10 years. Throughout her career, she has held leadership positions in both pastoral care and academic studies. Currently serving as the Deputy Headteacher, academic, at Epsom College, she ...

Roshni is a self-directed, enthusiastic educator with a passionate commitment to student development and the learning experience. She is currently responsible for the delivery of Computing courses in IGCSE, IBDP and HSC at the Australian International School, Singapore. Roshni has worked as an...

Desy is an English Literature and a Magister Management graduate who has been working in the education field for more than 17 years. Teaching has been her passion as she really enjoys sharing, having discussions and encouraging students to do their best.   For the last 7 years, she has been...

Shumita Van Rijswijk is a Learning Innovation Coordinator with a focus on empowering educators and students at HELP International School. With expertise in upskilling, industry partnerships, and curriculum alignment, Shumita is dedicated to driving digital excellence in education.   Shumita...

James is the Digital Innovation Lead at Garden International School in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Trained as a physics teacher, he's always been interested in evidence-based education, and in the use of data in teaching. At GIS Malaysia, he leads the school in finding new and innovative ways to...

Senior Executive at University Malaysia Pahang (UMP), Malaysia. Worked for almost 13 years and now leads technical and operations management at the Centre for Instructional Resources and e-Learning (CIReL). CIReL operates as an e-learning centre that supports the university in producing digital...

Raudhah is an immersive technology librarian from the National University of Singapore. She manages a facility in the library called Technology Enhanced Learning Imaginarium (or TEL Imaginarium for short) which is part of Tech Central, a tech-enabled space for NUS staff and students to explore. She ...

Gusman is a Consultant at REFO Indonesia and Community Co-Leader at Google Educator Group West Jakarta. People see him as a passionate teacher with a persistent and enthusiastic approach to learning new things, especially with regard to simplifying and improving abilities to engage and educate...

Embarking on a journey from a childhood marred by bullying to a herald of hope, Louis stands as a luminary in championing equal learning opportunities and children's wellbeing. His fiery resolve was kindled in 2017 through the impactful speeches he delivered at Toastmasters International. With...

Felix is currently the Strategic Lead for Singapore across the Education, EdTech & Research space for Google Cloud. He brings with him 16 years of experience in the education and technology industry across APAC, working closely with educational institutions and governing agencies in...

Dr. Nachamma Sockalingam is the founding Program Director of Learning Sciences Lab, at the Office of Digital Learning, Singapore University of Technology and Design. She has over 20 years of educational experience in International Higher Education. She has received several recognitions and awards...

Suan is the Head of Adoption and Customer Success on the Google for Education team, working with educators all across the Asia-Pacific region to enable the use of technology inside and outside the classroom.Having lived and worked in 6 different countries and across 4 product teams over 20 years at ...

Muhammad Alif Redzuan Abdullah is currently a lecturer at the Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication, University Putra Malaysia, Selangor, Malaysia. His research interests are gamification in vocabulary learning, immersive learning, and digital learning. He is a member of the Teaching and...

Shianne Dancee C. Evans is presently a member of the faculty of Naguilian National High School as a Senior High teacher handling subjects in Humanities, Social Sciences and Practical Research. She finished her tertiary education at Saint Louis University, Baguio City where she took a Bachelor of...

Arshad is continuously developing innovative strategies to engage his students. These include exploring various existing and new pedagogical practices. His current interest is harnessing the power of technology to excite and enrich learners, and in the process, automate administrative tasks. He...

Pam is currently the Director of Schools and Education for the NEOM Education, Research and Innovation Sector, leading education development and school start-up in the new giga city of NEOM, Saudi Arabia. She is a highly experienced K-12 education professional, internationally renowned author and...

Melissa is an educator committed to ensuring all learners are understood, valued and given the support they need to thrive. In a career that has spanned a variety of ICT and curriculum leadership roles, Melissa is now Deputy Principal at an all-girls Catholic secondary school in...

With almost two decades of experience as a learner, designer, facilitator, and collaborator, Sangitaa has honed her skills in creating inclusive classrooms through diverse platforms and systems. Her expertise lies in seamlessly integrating digital learning (ICT) with other subjects to accommodate...

For the past 18 years to date, Amelia Jaishree has been consistently mentoring and training teachers and trainers in the education industry, locally and regionally in the area of language and literacy, and blended learning. Currently a lecturer with the National Institute of Early Childhood...

Lyndia conducts workshops and advisories on social science research at the National University of Singapore (NUS). She also works with immersive technology as part of NUS Libraries' TEL Imaginarium team. When in her element, she is fascinated by geeky tech, neon lights, all things new, and...

A dynamic, strategic and solution-focused leader with 20 years of educational experience in UK and Canadian state schools as well as independent schools in the UK and internationally.  Duncan's purpose is to inspire colleagues to become technically and pedagogically outstanding teachers and...

Dr. Maricar S. Prudente is presently a Full Professor 10 of the Science Education Department at De La Salle University-Manila. Professor Prudente completed her Ph.D. in Environmental Chemistry and Ecotoxicology at Ehime University, Japan under a Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS)...

Experienced subject matter expert with a strong background in course validation and instructional design. A professor and lecturer with a demonstrated history of working in the higher education industry. A candidate for a Doctor in Business Administration at Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila. A...

Janice Antoniette Forster has been a dedicated faculty member at Silliman University, a prestigious private institution established in 1901, for an impressive span of 25 years. Currently situated within the Research and Innovation department, she expertly manages the Technology Business Incubator...

Having taught Chemistry across public schools and private schools for the last 13 years, Alex remains strongly passionate about the subjects — both the knowledge of the field and its learners. He believes in the formulation of good relationships whilst effective learning can be acquired...

Mehrdad (Mo) Mohasses has more than 30 years of experience in higher education, serving in positions like Head of Academic Operations, Associate Dean of Quality Assurance, and Chair of Information Technology and Business in Canada and the United Arab Emirates. He currently holds the position of...

Dr. Vishal Shukla is presently working as an Associate Professor at AURO University. He has teaching and research experience of fifteen years. He holds a doctoral degree from the prestigious Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi and MBA from HBTI, Kanpur. He is a passionate academician, researcher and ...

Dr. Joel Yap is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology at the School of Social Sciences, Heriot-Watt University Malaysia (HWUM). He embarked on his journey in higher education in 2013, focusing on teaching and research. His academic background comprises a Ph.D. in Educational...

Currently a Senior Practice Fellow in Innovation & Entrepreneurship at Sunway iLabs (iLabs Foundry), Hui Yan contributes towards shaping the entrepreneurial and innovative landscape at Sunway University through robust, impactful educational programs. In her capacity, she actively contributes to ...

Kristina Francis is currently the Head of Programme for PG Dip in Educational Technology and Master in Educational Technology Programmes at the Department of Modern Languages, Faculty of Creative Industries in UTAR and also a certified Malaysia HRDC Corp trainer.  She graduated with a master's...

Carol Loi is a certified digital wellness educator and a Fellow of the Center for Media Literacy. She is an associate consultant to the Singapore University of Social Sciences for the “Gaming, Game Addiction & Cyber-Bullying” module. She is also a certified mental toughness coach, a Maxwell...

Valerie is a bilingual primary school educator. Her belief as an educator starts from her core. She strongly believes in connection before content. Connecting with people and making people feel relatable in conversations is one tip she always practices during her interactions with her...

Chee Huei is a senior lecturer and has taught at the Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) for 10 years. He primarily teaches physics, electronics, and energy system design. Throughout his career, he has not only developed a diverse range of physics demonstrations but also designed...

Shirley is currently the Director of Operations at KIPINA Kids Indonesia and the Treasurer at Perkumpulan Sekolah SPK Indonesia. She has been active in K-12 School leadership for many years and is also involved in some projects with the Indonesian Ministry of Education Research and Technology in...

Kim has close to 10 years of experience in the digital assessment industry. In 2014 he was an early hire at DigiExam and then went on to establish Inspera Sweden in 2016.

Kate Erricker is the Assistant Director, Curriculum for the Nord Anglia Education team and is based at the school in Hong Kong. In this role, she works with teachers across the Nord Anglia family on the development of curricular and teacher professional development that looks ahead to innovations...

An alumna of Fisher College of Business at The Ohio State University (USA) with a Post Graduate Degree in Business Management, Vandana also has a Doctorate in Management – Digital Learning. A gold medallist Master’s in science from the University of Bombay and an Executive Alumnus of...

Lisa Miller is an educator and school leader who has worked collaboratively with schools in Australia and internationally to empower student agency and inspire transformational, innovative and impactful change. Accomplished in learning design and strategy development,  Lisa loves working with...

Sarah started teaching in 1995, gaining her NPQH in 2009 and started in BIS HCMC in 2015. She taught in inner-city schools in London and Bristol, as well as village schools in Norfolk and Wales, before becoming Head Teacher of Rhigos Primary School in 2010. She also spent two years lecturing on ICT ...

With more than 15 years of training experience in ICT and digital media, Alan has conducted a wide range of ICT-integrated lessons in schools and corporations. He is a certified ACTA trainer and has imparted digital literacy skills to the young and old through real-life scenarios. With his guiding...

Dr Wong Woon Kwong is the Director of the Office of Technology Transfer (TTO) as well as the Program Director of the Aviation Sector in the Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD). The TTO takes care of the protection of SUTD IP as well as the commercialisation of these IP. In...

Joel Yang has more than 10 years of experience in the education sphere designing, managing, and delivering curriculum to students in Higher Education. He oversees the curriculum and teaching & learning quality for the Diplomas in the School of InfoComm Technology at Ngee Ann Polytechnic. He...

Before ICT-in-education Masterplan was renamed as Edtech Plan, I had presented on the topic “blended learning”, but it was meant as “a negotiation between the traditional and technological approach” in Chinese teaching and learning, not the term that is used in the context of Singapore Education...

Education is something that Rashmi always held very close to her heart. Being the wife of an Indian army officer she has travelled the wide diaspora of the subcontinent, gaining experiences from a wide spectrum of cultures across 8 different institutions spread across 25 beautiful years. Stepping...

Ahmad Hafidzuddin Abdul Aziz is a dedicated professional currently serving as the Head of Audiovisual at Multimedia University, Malaysia. With a comprehensive expertise in audiovisual technology, Ahmad oversees a wide spectrum of equipment ranging from visual displays to sound systems, ensuring...

Associate Professor Dr Azidah Abu Ziden is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Educational Studies, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM). She is currently the Director of the Centre for Development of Academic Excellence (CDAE), USM. Her research interests are in Instructional Design (E-learning &...

Professor Aguila is a physical therapist, educator, researcher, and is Dean of the University of the Philippines College of Allied Medical Professions. Her clinical, academic, and volunteer work lie at the intersection of innovative strategies and vulnerable populations, and aim to contribute to...

Shahreena demonstrates a continuous drive to find innovative methods for motivation and instruction. She effectively incorporates modern technological resources into the curriculum, promoting better understanding and active participation among students. By seamlessly blending valuable course...

Baybra is a passionate and dedicated teacher when it comes to working with individuals with learning differences. She has a wide range of experience working with students from different grade levels (Kindergarten, Primary, Elementary, Middle and High School) as a Teaching Assistant, Soft Skills...

He is currently connected with The National Teachers College as a Program and Partnership Development Officer and Lunduyan sa Kahusayan Training Manager. He has also served the same institutions as the Academic Affairs Coordinator. He was previously connected with XSEED Education Philippines as an...

Eric Byron is a technologist, educator, and entrepreneur who has over 20 years of experience in tech leadership in companies including Disney and Electronic Arts. Eric hosts the "Education Innovators Podcast" and is a co-host of the "No Harm in Asking" podcast.  He holds a...

Gerald is a specialist in the EdTech industry in AP with over 20 years of experience. He is currently leading Lenovo’s solutions and services initiatives for Smart Education in APAC. He joined Lenovo from Pearson where he was the Head of Asia (English Language Learning) and Head of Platforms &...

Dr. Damaris Carlisle is The Learning Centre Head at LASALLE College of the Arts, where she provides academic support to students and staff across the College.She completed her Doctorate in Education investigating issues experienced by learners with special educational needs as they transition to...

David Cirulli is the Embry Riddle Aeronautical University Aeronautics Chief of Operations for the Department of Flight in Asia, Academic Faculty and UAS Certified Remote Pilot & UAS Subject Matter Expert.Prior to joining Embry Riddle University, Mr. Cirulli was Group Engineering Director of...

Gian Carlo U. de Jesus currently serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Agribusiness Management and Entrepreneurship of the College of Economics and Management, University of the Philippines Los Baños. He is also the Chief Playmaker of Balaiwari Immersive and Gamified Experiences...

Graduate of Bachelor of Science in Chemistry for Teachers from Philippine Normal University - Manila. Have been invited to several symposiums to discuss educational technology. Been teaching Chemistry for around 10 years. Currently working at Don Bosco Technical Institute - Makati.

Leo Fernandez serves as an Assistant Professor at American University of Phnom Penh, bringing a wealth of knowledge from a distinguished 20-year career in both industry and academia. Specializing in Information Technology, I have a diverse professional background, including five years as a Senior...

Igor is the Project Lead in the Educational Content team at JetBrains Academy. He has over eight years of experience developing digital interactive learning materials for natural sciences, math, and computer science and has completed his bachelor's degree in Physics and Bioengineering at SPbSPU ...

A seasoned data literacy consultant, educator, and visionary leader with over 30 years of experience in the data science and analytics field. Dr Hargreaves has exceptional experience in solving complex real-world problems that provide AI solutions across all industries, working with government...

Dr. Janaka Jayalath started his career as an apprentice at Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corporation in 1989 and then worked as a Technical Assistant at the National Rupavahini Corporation. Later he worked at Sri Lanka Telecom Corporation as the Manager (Systems) and subsequently as a Project Manager for...

Analytics, product management, technocrat & business strategy professional with comprehensive 15++ years of exposure in business, government and technology.  Lead team members consist of various teams/departments, such as:...

Tomoko Katsurayama, a 20-year global business expert, held key roles at Nike Japan, Amazon Japan, and GLOBIS Asia Campus. As CEO of GLOBIS Asia Pacific, she fuels global business growth. For over a decade, she has taught Strategy and Marketing at GLOBIS University, nurturing purpose-driven leaders...

Michelle King has worked in various roles within education since 2013 but her final role before joining Renaissance was as a classroom tutor and designated safeguarding lead for an Academy Trust. Michelle has worked with Renaissance products within schools for over 10 years and delivers training to ...

Paul is an MYP design teacher and grade 6 lead at the International School of Nanshan Shenzhen. He is passionate about making learning fun and engaging, and is uniquely able to reach the entire student body as producer of daily video announcements. As a lifelong computer gaming enthusiast he loves...

Albert Lee is a seasoned educational technology professional with a career spanning a decade. Since 2013, he has been at the forefront of e-learning content creation and has made significant contributions in higher education, including roles at INTI and Heriot-Watt universities. Albert's...

Mr Loh Yew Chiong joined Singapore Polytechnic in 1996 as a lecturer in the School of Electrical & Electronic Engineering, after working as a software engineer for 3 years. He is currently appointed as Deputy Principal (Academic). His responsibilities include providing strategic directions and...

Dr. Carolyn Mason Parker is the Head of School at KIS International School in Bangkok, Thailand, and possesses over two decades of experience in educational leadership, with a focus on cultivating inclusive learning environments.As an IB Educator and Leader, Carolyn has demonstrated a commitment to ...

Brian and his team manage the 1's and 0's at Southern Taiwan's largest American School in the quaint harbour town of Kaohsiung, but we leave the rest of the digits to the math department. An expert in getting from “How?” to “Wow!”, Brian's technology evangelism is contagious and...

Soofrina joined DAS in early 2012 and is now the EdTech Coordinator for the Engish Language and Literacy (ELL) Division and also a Lead Educational Therapist, teaching the Main Literacy Programme (MLP). Through working with learners with dyslexia and other specific learning differences, Soofrina...

A Visionary leader named Felix Pasila, Ph.D., is serving as the Director of Petra Digital Institute, a pioneering gamification-based EduTech company in Indonesia. With an expertise spanning the domains of technology, robotics, and the metaverse, Felix has become proficient in the tech industry. His ...

Educator with a passion for inspiring the next generation of event professionals.

Izwan is a dedicated academic with a deep passion for lifelong learning and the transformative potential of technology in education. Grounded in the concept of ever-evolving knowledge, he is committed to enhancing his academic career. His expertise lies in teaching, student-centred learning, and...

Director, Academic Affairs Temasek Polytechnic, Singapore

Jun Hao, Shure's Market Development Specialist for Southeast Asia, brings a decade of project management experience in IT, lab equipment, mechanical/electrical, services, sales, audio-visual, integration systems, and broadcast media. Based in Singapore, he offers pre-sales support and tailored...

Teresa Sun is a senior business professional with more than a decade of experience in the education sector. Having previously worked as a bilingual teacher and curriculum lead in international schools in Hong Kong and Italy, her passion for education is evident in her dedication to helping schools...

I am an Associate Professor with a proven academic development record and a demonstrated history of over 25 years’ experience, spanning the creative content, interactive and game development sectors. Part of my academic development credentials include establishing Game Development Programme at two...

Shalyn is Head of e-Learning and Senior Lecturer - Mentor at the Institute of Technical Education (ITE), at School of Business & Services, College Central.  She holds MSc in Knowledge Management and MA in Instructional Design from NTU and NIE. Apart from classroom teaching, her key functional...

Experienced Cybersecurity Engineer with over 15 years of ICT infrastructure experience, including server, network, endpoints, storage, VoIP and cloud. Managed all cybersecurity-related matters at Temasek Polytechnic for the past 2 years, including developing and implementing cybersecurity policies...

She is the Officer-in-Charge for Academic Affairs of the Lyceum of the Philippines University (Manila Campus). Her academe experience spans 28 years of exposure to various functions in the university as academic and administrative staff, faculty member, academic support head, and now as academic...

QT is the Director of South East Asia of ClassIn. With 10 years of experience in business development in the education segment and 3 years in the edtech industry, QT is a smart lady who understands deeply about the education ecosystem and has a good vision for the growth of the industry.She...

Associate Professor Dr. Hamimah Ujir specializes in the interdisciplinary field of computer vision, with a strong focus on pattern recognition and image processing. Her extensive expertise encompasses a range of topics, including 3D physical simulation, facial expression analysis, and biometric...

Marselina is currently serving as the Brand and Digital Lead at Sekolah Pelita Harapan, one of Indonesia's esteemed international Christian schools. In this role, she oversees the social media initiatives, digital content creation, and campaign execution for five campuses. Additionally, she...

Rachel is passionate about empowering the young generation to strive for personal growth and community development through capacity building. She has over ten years of working experience with educational NGOs and universities in Australia and Vietnam. Her primary areas of interest in digital...

James is currently one of the Section Heads overseeing the Cyber & Network Security course at the Institute of Technical Education (ITE), College West. The course provides students with the essential skills needed to support cybersecurity operations across various aspects, including end-user...

Sathissan has more than 14 years of teaching experience – teaching various Mathematics modules. He passionate of experimenting innovative teaching method to suit young learners. In addition to teaching roles, Sathissan holds responsibility as Programme Coordinator since 2013 and Deputy Head of the...

David is the Head of Secondary at One World International School in Singapore.  He is originally from the U.S.A. where he lived in the states of Minnesota and Colorado.  David holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from the University of Minnesota, a Master of Divinity from the Iliff School of...

Yan Xin currently serves as a Lecturer at the Institute of Education, College West in Singapore, where she specializes in instructing students pursuing Higher Nitec in Mechanical Engineering. Demonstrating a strong commitment to ongoing self-improvement, she consistently engages in reflective...