2-3 October 2024 - Conference & Exhibition
RAI Amsterdam
2024 Agenda
Amsterdam, 2 - 3 October 2024
Schedule
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M1 - Upgrading assessment harnessing the potentials of Learning Design and AI
To ensure valid assessment, it is important to align it with the intended learning outcomes, and teaching and learning activities. Developing assessment programs is a part of learning design, which can be supported by the Balanced Learning Design Planning (BDP) concept and the accompanying free of charge collaborative online tool (https://learning-design.eu). The tool offers design analytics which can support educators in the meaningful planning of assessment, including incorporating AI.
The workshop will be organised in two parts. The first part will present an introduction to learning design, valid and reliable assessment planning, challenges of AI in assessment, and an open discussion around these topics. In the second part, participants will be presented with the BDP tool and given an opportunity to work on learning designs, minding the principles of ensuring valid and reliable assessment, and ethical use of AI.
Learning outcomes:
- Redesign assessment programs based on constructive alignment with intended learning outcomes.
- Use a learning design concept and tool to construct valid and reliable assessment.
- Develop assessment in AI-enriched learning environments in higher education.
Intended audience: Higher education (Educators, educational decision-makers, learning designers, curriculum developers, quality assurance experts, researchers)
M2 - Empowering educators and students: an introduction to Artificial Intelligence in the classroom
Explore the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education. This workshop aims to equip teachers and students with a foundational understanding of AI technologies and their applications within the educational context. Participants will engage in hands-on activities and discussions to discover how AI can enhance teaching methods, foster student creativity, and prepare learners for the future.
Learning outcomes:
- Gain a basic understanding of Artificial Intelligence and its relevance in education.
- Explore practical applications of AI tools and technologies for both teachers and students.
- Develop strategies for integrating AI into the curriculum to enhance learning experiences.
Intended audience: Schools (Educators, school administrators, and students interested in leveraging AI for educational purposes.)
M3 - Game on, learn on: how to start and grow an esports programme in your school
This workshop will provide a foundation for WHY scholastic esports is impactful, and it will equip you with the HOW: tools to start a new program programme or grow an existing one for maximum impact and FUN! Learn how you can use esports as a platform for students to acquire critical communication, collaboration and problem-solving skills needed to thrive in work and in life. Map out your goals and resources and learn how to use the proven framework from NASEF (the Network of Academic and Scholastic Esports Federations) to implement afterschool or classroom programme to tap into video games beyond play alone. The session will share firsthand experiences and research to demonstrate how students found a new passion for learning, and how the esports ecosystem can be leveraged in clubs or classes to teach foundational STEAM, ELA and SEL skills. You will participate in a variety of exercises and brainstorming activities and walk away with a specific plan for scholastic esports at your site.
Learning outcomes:
- Gain a solid understanding of the impact of scholastic esports, armed with practical tools to initiate or enhance programmes, fostering essential skills in students
- Learn how to use NASEF's proven framework, incorporating firsthand experiences and research to inspire a passion for learning through esports, bridging the gap between play and education
- Determine your strategy for programs, challenges, and titles to introduce to your students
Intended audience: Schools
W1 - Introducing immersive technologies into education: a change management perspective
A case study of how immersive technologies have been introduced into higher education institutions. We will look at the process of developing a vision and strategy for the organisation, gathering support from leadership, creating an ecosystem of suppliers and partners and working effectively with stakeholders.
We will discuss the creation of a culture of continuous experimentation as well as how to build a community of XR trainers and training resources that plug into an immersive learning network. We will also cover strategic communication, obtaining funding and dealing with resistance.
The session will also cover hardware and software options, content creation and provide participants with experiences of immersive technology prototypes in education.
Learning outcomes:
- Develop a vision and strategy for integrating immersive technologies your organisation
- Learn to build a community of XR trainers, integrating training resources into an immersive learning network
- Explore hardware and software options, content creation methods, and engage in hands-on experiences with immersive technology prototypes in education
Intended audience: Educational innovators and tinkerers, educators and faculty, educational leaders, program managers, IT managers
W2 - Tech-infused STEAMS education for deep conceptual understanding
This workshop is designed to empower educators to leverage the power of STEAMS (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics, and Social) in their teaching practices. By focusing on the integration of tech into STEAMS topics, participants will learn practical strategies for creating engaging, interactive learning experiences that impart deeper understanding of subject material.
Throughout the workshop, educators will explore various ways to incorporate STEAMS concepts into their curriculum: explore robotics to investigate principles of physics in action with sensors and microcontrollers, code websites to enhance digital literacy skills and program microcontrollers for interactive projects, design and build to understand engineering concepts, create digital art installations, use data visualisation tools to make math concepts come to life with data logging and analysis tools, collaborate on community projects to address real-world issues through open-source projects, with examples on utilising open-source electronic boards as one of the possible tools available. Topics covered will include hands-on activities, collaborative projects, and real-world applications that bridge the gap between traditional subjects and emerging technologies to solidify student understanding.
Educators will also discuss the social component of STEAMS education, exploring how to foster collaboration, communication, and critical thinking skills among students. By emphasising the importance of social interaction and community engagement in the learning process, participants will gain valuable insights into creating inclusive and dynamic learning environments.
The workshop aims to inspire educators to think creatively about how to integrate STEAMS topics with technology in their teaching practices. By providing practical examples, hands-on activities, and collaborative opportunities, participants will leave with a toolkit of strategies for enriching their curriculum and engaging their students in meaningful learning experiences.
W3 - AI tools for teachers: streamlining workload and enhancing education
Embark on a transformative journey with our “AI Tools for Teachers” workshop! Beyond the efficiency gains and personalised learning experiences, this workshop is your gateway to building AI literacy among both educators and learners. Discover how to not only integrate cutting-edge AI tools into your teaching but also empower your students with the skills to navigate the AI landscape responsibly. Join us as we explore the ethical use of AI, foster critical thinking, and prepare the next generation for success in an AI-driven world.
Learning outcomes:
- Mastery of AI tools for administrative efficiency: Delegates will leave the workshop with a mastery of AI tools designed to streamline administrative tasks, such as producing lesson plans, grading rubrics and schemes of work in minutes. By incorporating these tools into their workflow, teachers can save valuable time and redirect their focus toward impactful teaching strategies and student engagement.
- Seamless integration of AI in lesson content creation: Delegates will gain the skills to seamlessly integrate AI tools, such as Gamma and Canva's Design AI, into lesson content creation. By harnessing AI-driven design capabilities, teachers can create visually engaging and pedagogically effective materials, enhancing the overall teaching and learning experience.
- Building AI literacy among learners: Delegates will develop the knowledge and skills needed to educate their learners on the ethical and responsible use of AI. Through the exploration of AI tools, participants will gain insights into fostering AI literacy among students, teaching them how to critically engage with AI technologies, understand potential biases, and make informed decisions in an increasingly AI-driven world. This outcome emphasises the importance of preparing learners not only to use AI tools but also to be informed and responsible users, contributing to the development of a digitally literate and ethical generation.
Intended audience: Schools & Higher Education
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Organisers' opening remarks
A warm welcome from our Managing Director as we kickstart EDUtech Europe 2024!
Chair's opening remarks
Our chairperson takes centre stage to drive insightful conversation with leaders across K-12 & Higher Education.
Keynote – Generative intelligence: redefining education for the age of AI
Generative AI is changing the role of the educator, from being the sole source of authority to one of multiple intelligences in our physical and virtual learning environments. AI is now another presence in the learning community, along with students and educators. This has tremendous implications for how, where and what we teach. In this keynote, Mairéad will discuss the new hybrid model of human + AI – a social, generative, constructivist and human-centred model of education that empowers educators.
Learning outcomes from the session include being able to:
- Use the generative AI ecosystem to design learning experiences
- Design generative learning activities that meet pedagogically sound principles
- Create a hybrid community of inquiry composed of students and AI
Keynote – Smarter classroom for collaborative learning
- Creating a classroom of the future that enhances personalised and engaging learning experiences
- Empowering educators to be catalysts of digital transformation
- Digital solutions to improve collaboration and productivity
Keynote speaker to be announced!
Keynote – Unlocking productivity and personalising learning with AI
- Saving time and differentiating instruction
- Building AI literacy for educators and students
- Providing insights for data-driven decision making
Keynote speaker to be announced!
Exploring AI innovations in higher education: unveiling three AI initiatives at the University of Amsterdam
- Describe the opportunities and limitations of GenAI in higher education
- Explore innovative teaching methods that ensure safe and effective integration of GenAI in higher education, fostering an engaging and dynamic educational experience
- Unearth actionable strategies to empower both students and teaching staff with the knowledge and skills needed to responsibly harness the power of GenAI in higher education
TECH Showcase
Quick and straight to the point, TECH Showcases are a great way to learn about the key features, innovations, functionalities and capabilities of our exhibitors’ latest products and developments in a 15-minute window.
Hear from:
- Wooclap
- Ispring Media
- Lap safe
- Lightspeed systems
- MIT solutions
- Classter
- Learning Technologies
- Ready Education
- Classlink
- GEKO
- and more!
Transforming primary education: integrating ICT through thematic learning
- Understand the significance of thematic integration for engaging and relevant ICT education in primary schools
- Learn practical strategies for hands-on project-based learning with real-world tools in primary education settings
- Explore ways to foster collaboration and creativity in ICT projects, enhancing 21st-century skills specifically for primary school students
AI in education: harnessing innovation with CODE WEEK
- Adaptation to the individual learning styles of students
- Automation of evaluation
- STEM projects with AI
Panel – Rethinking the purpose of education
- Between changing societies and new opportunities opened by tech developments, is the education sector in need of radical reforms?
- What are the skills and competencies that the education systems should provide learners with throughout their lives?
- Addressing inclusivity and accessibility in education to ensure all learners have equal opportunities
Panel – Tech-powered TVET as the key to close the skills gap
- Can Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programmes effectively address the growing skills gap in the workforce?
- How can TVET offer practical and industry-focused training for in-demand careers?
- How can tech enhance skill-related learning in formal and informal settings?
Panel – Strategies to build a resilient IT infrastructure
- What elements need to be considered to build a safe, stable and accessible IT infrastructure in your school?
- How can we best involve all stakeholders (learners, educators, and staff) in the planning and execution?
- How to best prepare to face sudden challenges, from cybersecurity attacks to safeguarding matters
Panel – Future-ready faculty: navigating professional development
- Prioritising the upskilling of staff and educators, empowering them to deal with with rapid technological changes
- The positive impact of highly skilled teachers on learning outcomes
- How adequate professional development increases job retention
Showcase – Building and implementing effective digital strategies for universities
- How to develop a forward-thinking digital strategy that positions your organisation for success
- How to involve all stakeholders —faculty, staff, and students —to ensure successful digital transformation
- Prioritising upskilling staff and educators, and fostering a collaborative environment to maximise the impact of digital tool
Experience a dynamic session featuring 2 rapid-fire case study presentations followed by a moderated discussion and Q&A between the speakers and the audience.
Case study presentation – From learning to earning: certifications that lead to careers
- In-demand certifications that unlock high-growth career paths
- Selecting the right certifications to maximise your earning potential
- Flexible learning paths to get certified and lead to career progression
Fireside chat – Data-powered student outreach: targeting prospects & parents efficiently
- Distilling actionable marketing insights from available school data
- Personalising and automating communications with AI-powered tools
- Influencing decisions: leveraging parent and alumni community for content
Fireside chat – How to be human in the age of AI
How AI can expand our capacity and help to:
- Make learning more personal for all students
- Give teachers time back to do more of what they love (teaching) and less admin
- Supercharge productivity for education leaders
Understanding and tackling poverty in the current and future world
- Facilitating awareness in the future of global citizens
- SDG’s in cross-curricular classroom
- How we can use AI in understanding and tackling poverty
Presentation – A guide to EDUtech Europe: make the best of our event!
Join a dynamic session led by the passionate educators of Digital Futures Group. They'll share their insights and experiences from EDUtech Europe 2023, giving you insider tips on how to maximize your learning and success at this year's event.
Leveling up students' engagement: unleashing the power of gamification in digital marketing
- Proving the direct correlation between gamified digital marketing strategies and improved learning outcomes during a live presentation of decision-making in the Simbound platform
- Showcasing the importance of leveraging data for personalising students’ learning experiences, enhancing their satisfaction, and ultimately, driving success in digital marketing campaigns in real-world
- Highlighting the role of gamification in equipping students with the critical skills needed for the jobs of tomorrow in digital marketing
CThink.IT: think, learn and play in a computational thinking way
- Innovative educational collaboration: Cthink.it leverages the unique educational contexts of Malta, Greece, and Portugal, promoting computational thinking through a culturally inclusive board game.
- Customizable learning tool: designed for adaptability, the game includes lesson plans and activities in English and native languages, integrating seamlessly with existing curricula across diverse educational settings.
- Cross-border skill development: by fostering universal computational thinking skills among Europe's younger generation, Cthink.it embodies the power of international cooperation in education.
Keynote – How Minerva Project helps institutions rethink how they approach education
Higher education is experiencing a crisis in confidence, increasingly accelerated by the advent of generative AI. This is manifested through decreasing student enrolment, the degradation of skills acquired by graduates, and the fiery ideological clashes on campuses. It is a moment for universities to fundamentally transform what skills they teach and how to assess them, thus nurturing real learning, rather than just bestowing credentials.
In this keynote, Ben will highlight
- The root causes of what is broken in higher education
- How learning programmes can be transformed from being "atomised" to "integrated and systematic"
- Why learning assessment should focus on the breadth of application
AI ethics in action: building trustworthy technology
- Understand the key principles of AI ethics: Gain a thorough understanding of the fundamental ethical principles in AI, including fairness, transparency, and privacy, and how they apply in real-world scenarios.
- Develop skills for ethical decision-making in AI: learn practical strategies for making ethical decisions during the design, development, and deployment of AI systems.
- Apply ethical considerations to AI projects: learn to apply their knowledge to assess and address ethical implications in their own AI projects, ensuring responsible and trustworthy technology outcomes.
STEAM: connecting the dots between art and science in education
- Understanding the foundations of STEAM education: explore the core principles of STEAM, emphasizing its role in bridging disciplines and integrating soft and hard skills
- Enhancing transdisciplinary understanding: learn how merging arts and sciences leads to innovative problem-solving and a deeper comprehension of complex subjects
- Practical application in classroom settings: examine real-world examples of STEAM in education, demonstrating its impact on enhancing student engagement and creativity
Fireside chat – AI evolution: unveiling recent innovations on GenAI and beyond
- Exploring the latest on AI tools transforming classrooms, from adaptive learning platforms to virtual tutors
- Peeking into the future of education with upcoming AI innovations
- Implementing AI tools ethically, ensuring inclusivity, data privacy, and the responsible use of emerging tech
Nurturing holistic development in the age of AI
- Benefits of SEL for students' learning, life, and work
- AI toolkit for developing SEL competencies
- Innovative methodologies that harness the power of AI to optimise SEL outcomes among students
Case study presentation – Empowering learners and breaking barriers with transferable certifications
- Allowing student and labour mobility
- Aligning certifications with industry standards to enhance employability
- Issuing and managing transferable certifications, though digital credentials
Panel – Using tech with purpose and strategy
- Identifying specific educational goals and objectives before integrating technology in the learning process
- Ensuring that technology complements and enhances existing teaching methods and approaches
- Equipping educators with the necessary skills to leverage technology effectively
Fireside chat – Data-driven student success
- Exploring the role of information systems in tracking student progression
- How data-driven insights contribute to personalised student support
- How is AI unlocking new opportunities that improve the student experience?
Showcase – Sustainable students: nurturing eco-literate thinkers in the classroom
- Encouraging critical thinking and problem-solving skills around sustainability
- Building eco-friendly school environments with energy-efficient technology
- Informing decision-making on sustainability through data-driven insights
Experience a dynamic session featuring 2 rapid-fire case study presentations followed by a moderated discussion and Q&A between the speakers and the audience.
College and career pathways in Esports
- Explore career opportunities connected to esports.
- Learn about college esports programs and scholarship opportunities.
- Learn how to leverage NASEF’s framework to develop a scholastic esports program that leads students to college and career pathways.
Follow the leaders: experienced scholastic esports program directors share experience
- Learn directly about successes, challenges, and best practices in designing and developing a scholastic esports program.
- Leverage the experience of other educators who are implementing similar programs.
- Evaluate in-class and after-school options for an esports program to determine what is best at your site.
Personalised course onboarding with AI
- Understand the key process steps in planning and implementing AI-driven digital learning features
- Understand major risks and success factors when developing digital learning features
- Understand how to measure the success of digital learning features
Panel – Hack-proof universities: battling cyber threats in higher education
- Establishing a robust cybersecurity framework
- Developing a comprehensive incident response plan
- Enhancing anomaly detection and real-time response capabilities with AI
Panel – Sparking creative-IT: harnessing technology to foster creative learners
- Unconventional uses of EdTech to encourage artistic expression
- Virtual reality and augmented reality: stepping into the realm of imagination
- Balancing screen time with hands-on creative experiences
Panel – Micro and nano learning for skills development
- Job-ready qualifications to answer to the changing needs of the job market
- How can MOOCs be leveraged to upskill workers and learners?
- Upskilling in the workplace by collaborating with educational institutions to design industry-relevant training
NASEF Farmcraft: immersive learning your students will love
- Explore the benefits of immersive, experiential learning using Minecraft.
- Learn how to join Farmcraft and teach about modern agriculture while building technology and creative skills.
- Get a sneak peek at NASEF’s valuable free resources including a standards-aligned educator guide, livestreams with subject matter experts, and more.
Presentation – Web3 and the future of education
- The evolution to Web3 and the implications for the education sector
- How verifiable credentials and wallets can change the way we organise education and learning
- How we prepare for these kinds of developments
Showcase – Building and implementing effective digital strategies for schools
- Crafting a clear digital strategy that aligns with your school's goals and empowers student success
- Integratingtechnology effectively across curriculum, administration and learning environments
- Professional development opportunities to ensure educators feel confident utilising technology in the classroom
Experience a dynamic session featuring 3 rapid-fire case study presentations followed by a moderated discussion and Q&A between the speakers and the audience.
Cross border educational collaboration system
- Requirements for educational collaboration
- Integration of AI with brokertechnology
- Integration of Broker with Blockchain
Case study presentation – Beyond the screen: how esports skills propel success in the workforce
- Examining the correlation between esports expertise and real-world competencies
- Growing demand for esports-related skills in various industries
- Identifying and defining the key transferable skills cultivated in esports
Showcase – Doing more for less: procurement of tech on a limited budget
- Free and low-cost educational technology tools to enhance your classroom without straining your budget
- Creative strategies to leverage existing technology and maximise its impact on student learning
- Partnering with schools and organisations to share resources and expand your tech toolkit
Experience a dynamic session featuring 2 rapid-fire case study presentations followed by a moderated discussion and Q&A between the speakers and the audience.
Showcase – Job-ready graduates: equipping students for the world of work
- Adapting curriculum and programmes to meet evolving employer needs and prepare students for successful careers
- Integrating real-world work experiences, internshipsand industry partnerships into the academic journey
- Fostering essential skills to prepare graduates for a lifetime of career success
Experience a dynamic session featuring 2 rapid-fire case study presentations followed by a moderated discussion and Q&A between the speakers and the audience.
Transforming digital content into meaningful learning: designing learner-centred learning paths from a library of materials on digital teaching
- The use of examples to show how to turn a library of digital learning materials into coherent, self-paced learning experiences through iterative design
- This approach will help learners acquire and apply competencies, fostering interaction between learners and educators
- Highlight the benefits of open digital learning environments and cultures, which we believe are essential for the future of education in any learning context
Panel – The effects of the digital divide on access to technology and digital education
- Disparities in online learning experiences for learners with varying levels of access and the effects on learning outcomes
- Equipping educators with digital skills to navigate the virtual learning landscape
- Providingtargeted support to students at risk of falling behind due to the digital divide
The science club at school: a bridge to meaningful STEAM projects
- Communication tools: learn about methodologies used to talk science to a wide range of students.
- Innovative educational collaboration: learn how to integrate multiple stakeholders to promote the STEAM approach in a school environment.
- Practical tools and materials: take advantage of the resources tested locally and internationally.
Case study presentation – Safeguarding strategies to create a safe online learning environment
- Identifying current online risks and threats and cultivating a sense of responsibility and agency in students
- Tactical approaches to fostering online safety
- Addressing cyber-bullying, manipulation and grooming head-on
Fireside chat – Sustainability 360: higher education's role in achieving the SDGs
- Embedding sustainability seamlessly across all university facets
- Infusing sustainability into all disciplines and preparing students to address global challenges
- Fostering sustainability beyond campus boundaries
Case study presentation – Fostering transversal skills in a tech-driven world
- How AI's growth impacts the demand for transversal skills
- The role of transversal skills in employability and career progression
- Incorporating transversal skills in curriculum design and educational methodologies
Active, tech-inspired and goals-oriented learning environments: teaching “the human experience” in a core-curriculum
- Discover innovative course design and cross-disciplinary collaboration methods in humanities
- Enhance student engagement through technology, active learning, and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) integration
- Integrate English for academic purposes into humanities courses for improved learning outcomes
Navigating language horizons: tech-infused english teaching in primary classrooms with UDL magic
- Understanding of UDL principles and their application
- Identification and overcoming of barriers
- Toolkit for inclusive education: technology resources, strategies, and best practices for creating a vibrant, inclusive english learning environment
Fireside chat – Green skills blueprint: empowering learners for tomorrow's jobs
- Cultivating eco-consciousness, equipping learners with the knowledge and skills vital for sustainability-focused careers
- Preparing learners for impactful roles with specific green skills required by the job markets
- How environmental education fosters adaptability and innovation, essential for navigating the evolving landscape of future green jobs
Fireside chat – Unbreakable foundations: the quest for a robust and resilient IT infrastructure
- Building a scalable and adaptable IT infrastructure that supports the university's evolving needs
- Best practices for cybersecurity, disaster recovery, and business continuity to ensure critical data and systems are always protected
- The impact of AI and other emerging technology on the resilience of the infrastructure
Fireside chat – All I do is win: EdTech’s role in fast-tracking student success
- Transcending the limitations of traditional teaching methods with EdTech
- Maximising student engagement and optimising learning outcomes
- How AI relieves teacher’s workload to focus on what really matters
Fireside chat – Lifelong learning and entrepreneurship
- Fostering a culture of entrepreneurship from the early stages of educations
- Integrating entrepreneurship education into the curriculum
- Empowering entrepreneurs through lifelong learning
Networking drinks
Calling all attendees, speakers, sponsors and exhibitors! Join us at the end of the first day of EDUtech Europe to connect with your peers as we celebrate our fantastic community of educators.
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Chair's opening remarks
Our chairperson takes centre stage to drive insightful conversation with leaders across K-12 & Higher Education.
Keynote – Reinventing STEM education
In this talk, Avanti delves into the current education system with a focus on STEM, unwrapping learning challenges students face when transitioning from theory on paper to application in the real-world. Whilst comparing multiple education systems, Avanti identifies the differences between subjects causing disinterest and a loss of motivation for students to pursue STEM subjects in the future. From exploring her own experience as a candidate in a science show, to other students’ perspectives on their future, Avanti proposes solutions to obstacles in developing interest in the technology field.
In this keynote, Avanti will discuss
- Connecting theory to application
- Making knowledge relevant
- Grasping engagement through real-world solutions
Keynote – Empowering every learner: personalised learning as a key to student success
- The power of adaptive technologies in catering to diverse student needs and learning styles
- Artificial intelligence and data analytics in shaping personalised learning experiences
- Autonomy and self-directed learning through personalised pathways
Keynote speaker to be announced!
Keynote – The crucial intersection of ethics and AI in education
In the quest to harness the potential of AI, one must not fail to safeguard against its risks. In this keynote, Clara will speak on the ethical dimensions of AI as we journey towards a more just, safe, and forward-thinking educational system. She will explore the implications of the upcoming AI legislation in Europe, emphasising the need for comprehensive and compliant school policies. She will also address the critical issues of privacy and consent, providing guidelines for protecting student data in an AI-enhanced educational landscape. Addressing biases in large language models, Clara will also propose best practices for ethical AI implementation, ensuring equitable and non-discriminatory use.
In this keynote, Clara will shed light on
- Creating meaningful school policies that align with AI laws in Europe and support ethical AI use
- Safeguarding student privacy and navigating consent
- The biases inherent in large language models and their implications for education
The AI Maturity in Education Scan (AIMES): elevating AI literacy in higher education
- The development of AIMES
- Future AIMES activities
- Guidelines to implement AIMES within your institution
TECH Showcase
Quick and straight to the point, TECH Showcases are a great way to learn about the key features, innovations, functionalities and capabilities of our exhibitors’ latest products and developments in a 15-minute window.
Hear from:
- Wooclap
- Ispring Media
- Lap safe
- Lightspeed systems
- MIT solutions
- Classter
- Learning Technologies
- Ready Education
- Classlink
- GEKO
- and more!
Developing my own interactive and hybrid course with the authoring tool Brightbook
- Brightbook offers features that support interactive and hybrid teaching. It's a tool that helps me to develop my course materials in a convenient, interactive way.
- A course becomes interactive through the use of a combination of media, exercises, and applications. Building my course materials has never been easier and faster than using Brightbook. I can use it both online and in print
- How to support effective learning strategies online, through Brightbook for example?
Crisis management in higher education and solution using information technologies
- Technological solutions for continuity and resilience
- Adaptive decision-making skills
- Enhanced crisis preparedness
Panel – The workforce of tomorrow: adapting to a changing landscape
- Transversal skills and critical thinking through lifelong learning
- Partnerships with industries to align curricula with real-world demands and bridge the skills gap
- Nurturing an entrepreneurial spirit among students to drive innovation and adaptability
Panel – Mind matters: fostering a culture of mental wellbeing
- Implementing programmes and resources to develop coping skills
- Empowering mental health advocacy through peer support and student initiatives
- Training faculty in recognising and responding to crises
Panel – The PedTech revolution: pedagogy at the forefront of technology
- Assessing the use of technologies with an evidence-informed approach
- The longer-term impact on learners
- Opportunities and shortfalls of the current generation of Gen AI
Panel – The place where pedagogy meets technology: designing innovative learning spaces
- Enhancing learning spaces to ensure excellent standards for teaching and learning
- Promoting flexibility to accommodate diverse learning styles
- Ensuring the appropriate spaces are fit to deliver digital education through the latest tech innovations
A new hub in Istanbul for AI and immersive technologies at MEF University
- Integrating entrepreneurship into higher education
- Better utilisation of AI and immersive technologies in university education
- Supporting the university-startup ecosystem cooperation in the fields of AI and immersive technologies
Female empowerment for STEM in early education
- Teaching at elementary school has to change in a digital age
- Teachers must become more aware of their importance in children's career choices
- University teaching has to focus on future skills
Fireside chat – Future-forward learning environments: redefining education spaces with technology
- Optimising learning spaces for AI integration
- Discuss building designs that prepare learners for the evolving demands of the future
- Strategic infrastructure innovations for collaborative learning
Fireside chat – Paranoid android: a hitchhiker’s guide on tech to improve learner wellbeing
- How technology can support learners' mental health and emotional development
- Utilising adaptive tech and AI to address individual learner's emotional and cognitive requirements
- Striking a balance between EdTech use and screen time to safeguard learner wellbeing
Case study presentation – Adapting to the modern learner: strategies for effective engagement and peer learning
- The evolving expectations and needs of today's learners
- Challenges and opportunities for engaging students effectively
- Case study on implementing COIL and technology to foster peer learning
Case study presentation – Exploring augmented realities in education
- Enhancing educational content with interactive and collaborative experiences
- Improving student engagement and retention with AR/VR
- Evaluating the potential of AI in advancing virtual reality technology
Guardians of nature
- Design Thinking teaches students to creatively solve complex problems with empathy by ideating, prototyping, and testing innovative solutions
- Students develop collaboration skills by working in groups, effectively communicating ideas, and refining solutions through discussion
- Design Thinking fosters critical thinking as students continuously improve their ideas through feedback and iteration, building resilience and adaptability for complex challenges
Teaching product design at graduate level with CADdrive and digital LEGO
- Digital LEGO reduces the entry barriers for beginners in computer-aided design
- Issue tracking and spring planning in CADdrive help increase student engagement
- Computer simulations enhance the realism of the product design scenarios
Establishing a game lab at Marburg University Library - challenges and perspectives
- Steps to set up a game lab: participants will learn about the various stages involved in setting up a game lab, including planning the service concept and providing hardware and software.
- Selection, procurement, and provision of games: participants will learn about the organisational, technical, and legal aspects to consider when selecting, procuring, and providing games.
- Challenges faced in setting up a game lab, such as selecting and procuring games, managing end-user license agreements, and ensuring compliance with copyright law, along with solutions to address these challenges.
Tech-infused eco-literacy: greening the primary classroom
- Infuse their curriculum with sustainability principles using technology.
- Develop new instructional content or adapt existing syllabi and methodologies to foster a trans-disciplinary classroom environment.
- Cultivate active and responsible citizenship in students while refining their research and problem-solving skills.
Keynote – Education for sustainability: what does the world need from us?
The world is facing unprecedented crises; e.g. climate change, ecological collapse and increasing inequality, caused by our unsustainable way of life. This poly-crisis threatens our futures. Education has a big role to play in reaching a more sustainable way of living. How do we do this though? And at the same time; how do we teach the truth about the crises our world faces, without leaving our students depressed and anxious? How do we provide our students both with the social-emotional tools to face these, as well as empower them to take action for a better world. In this keynote Wieneke will share her personal and professional journey to find answers to these questions. She will discuss both practical examples as well as theoretical frameworks that provide the structure and tools to start systemically embedding sustainability into our own educational practice.In this keynote Wieneke will highlight:
- Education’s role in reaching a more sustainable way of living: essential elements and practical examples
- How to empower students to take action
- Questions to consider when wishing to structurally embed sustainability in our education
STEAMS the social dimension of STEAM
- Access user-friendly resources for seamlessly integrating STEAMS components into teaching practices
- Learn a social practice approach for STEAM education, emphasising hands-on activities and real-world applications to nurture student skills
- Gain diverse perspectives and best practices from around the world to enhance teaching and learning experiences with STEAMS
Digital education competencies @UoC – a comprehensive and competency-based approach to (post-) digital education
- Based on our project “Digital Education Competencies @ UoC,” we will demonstrate how a comprehensive approach to (post-)digital education as well as a competency framework can be used as the foundation for designing a series of innovative (self-paced) learning experiences
- How to design self-paced and competency-based learning experiences from a conceptual, e-learning, and e-assessment perspective. In doing so, we will also address the role of generative AI for both Learning Experience Design and assessment of, e.g., portfolios
- We will discuss challenges related to teaching and acquiring (post-)digital education competencies. These include, e.g., dealing with rapidly changing and increasingly inter- and trans-disciplinary subjects and learners with a broad range of previous experiences
Keynote – Levelling up education: make esports part of your vision
- How esports extends beyond entertainment, encompassing educational and career opportunities
- How esports intersects with various academic disciplines and promotescross-functional skills
- Equipping learners with skills for emerging career opportunities within the esports industry
Keynote speaker to be announced!
Panel – The effective learner
- Evolution of learner preferences and behaviours across generations
- Fostering autonomy and self-driven learning
- The role of emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills in effective learning
- How to leverage interest-driven learning to engage students
Fireside chat – From scores to insights: making sense of learning analytics
- Utilising learning analytics to gain deeper insights into student progress and personalise learning pathways
- Practical strategies to analyse student engagement, identify at-risk students, and optimise curriculum and instruction
- How learning analytics can equip students with self-assessment tools to personalise their learning journeys
Young voices takeover: How can technology enable life ready learners? (a primary student perspective)
- How access to digital tools is supported throughout the school from primary to secondary age students
- How the curriculum provides opportunities for access to a range of technology for collaboration, creation, and assessment
- How technology has enabled student agency as they progress through the school and prepare for life
Case study presentation – Power-up learning: harnessing technology for educational excellence
- Fostering creativity and collaboration through digital tools
- Leveraging digital tools for interactive and engaging learning experiences
- Empowering educators to use EdTech for personalised and student-centred learning
Case study presentation – Red or blue pill? Navigating the matrix of VR integration in schools
- Overcoming challenges and considerations in integrating AR/VR into schools' learning spaces
- The future of AR/VR in schools’ learning spaces and its impact on the way students learn and interact with content
- Best practices for integrating AR/VR technology in the curriculum
Panel – Ex Markina: will automated marking tools replace human marking?
- Analysing the precision and uniformity of results between automated and human markers
- The value of human grading in providing personalised feedback and understanding student comprehension
- Addressing concerns about storing student information in automated systems
Young voices takeover: how can technology enable life ready learners? (a lower secondary student perspective)
- How access to digital tools is supported throughout the school from primary to secondary age students
- How the curriculum provides opportunities for access to a range of technology for collaboration, creation, and assessment
- How technology has enabled student agency as they progress through the school and prepare for life
Esports in the curriculum: how universities and colleges in the Netherlands succeeded
- The various ways universities and colleges utilise esports
- The impact of esports on student engagement, while using 21st-century skills
- Best practices for leveraging esports to enhance learning outcomes and collaboration
Fireside chat – Navigating data: empowering education leaders
- Crafting robust data governance frameworks to ensure data security, complianceand ethical use
- Leveraging data for informed decision-making
- Envisioning data-driven innovations, and fostering a culture of responsible data usage for optimal educational outcomes
Panel – AI unleashed: shaping higher education's future
- How AI is reshaping higher education, revolutionising teaching methodologies, student engagement and administrative efficiency
- Examining the challenges and successes from leveraging AI for educational enhancement
- Envisioning AI's role and potential in higher education
Panel – Beyond accommodating: redefining accessibility with assistive tech in schools
- Leveraging assistive technology to foster independence and confidence in learners with diverse needs
- Collaborative approaches between schools, families and technology providers to optimise assistive technology support
- Exploring the future of assistive technology and its potential for transforminglearning
Young voices takeover: how can technology enable life ready learners? (an upper secondary student perspective)
- How access to digital tools is supported throughout the school from primary to secondary age students
- How the curriculum provides opportunities for access to a range of technology for collaboration, creation, and assessment
- How technology has enabled student agency as they progress through the school and prepare for life
Fireside chat – Strategies for the Metaverse
- Enhancing engagement and interactivity for students through immersive educational experiences within the metaverse
- Navigating the metaverse, from fostering digital citizenship to leveraging virtual environments for collaborative learning
- How the metaverse can revolutionise educational paradigms, preparing institutions for the future of learning and innovation
EduPathAI: an AI-based adaptive feedback system based on learning objective analysis
- How to use an instructional theory to create AI-based feedback systems?
- How to design and implement an AI tool for improving self-regulated learning in your classroom based on personalised feedback?
- What is the impact of method-based AI feedback systems on sustainable and efficient learning and teaching processes?
Showcase – Empowering education with GPTs: unveiling transformative tools for learning
- Utilising GPTs within universities, showcasing their impact on research, teaching and student initiatives
- How GPTs are transforming higher education, offering insights into adaptive learning, content creation and academic support systems
- Integrating GPT-powered tools into various university contexts, enriching teaching methodologies and scholarly pursuits
Experience a dynamic session featuring 3 rapid-fire case study presentations followed by a moderated discussion and Q&A between the speakers and the audience.
Showcase – From divide to unite: creating equitable learning to tackle the digital divide
- The digital divide and its impact on school learners' access to technology and online resources
- Creating inclusive learning spaces that accommodate learners with different abilities and learning styles
- The role of EdTech in promoting equitable access to education and bridging the digital divide
Experience a dynamic session featuring 3 rapid-fire case study presentations followed by a moderated discussion and Q&A between the speakers and the audience.
Showcase – Unlocking potential: student-centred tech-enabled assessments
- Diverse assessment formats empowered by technology
- Promoting active learning through tech-infused evaluations
- Redefining student success through tech-enabled assessments
Experience a dynamic session featuring 3 rapid-fire case study presentations followed by a moderated discussion and Q&A between the speakers and the audience.
Panel – Education 2025 - what to expect in the next 12 months
The closing session of the event to sum up highlights of these two days and look forward to opportunities and challenges on the horizon for the next year. See you at EDUtech Europe 2025!
Click, learn, sustain: your checklist for eco-friendly digital teaching
- Gain a framework for understanding sustainability in digital education
- See where you stand in terms of effort in promoting sustainability in digital education
- Feel equipped to contribute to a more sustainable future through your digital teaching practices
Re-making the library
- How libraries have evolved into dynamic spaces that foster experiential learning and community connections
- Learn best practices from the MaakBib STEM partnership, incorporating digital fabrication and prototyping into informal STEAM education
- Strategies for transforming libraries into inclusive environments where non-book readers feel welcome and engaged
Fireside chat – Fostering successful professional development within schools
- Continuous professional development for teachers in a rapidly changing educational landscape
- Creating personalised and relevant professional development plans for teachers in different subject areas
- Leveraging technology to deliver innovative and engaging professional development experiences for school educators
Case study presentation – Beyond reality: exploring the power of immersive tech labs
- Creating state-of-the-art immersive tech environments while addressing infrastructure and technical requirements
- The role of space design in fostering engagement and collaboration
- Curating the learning experience from a pedagogical point of view
Case study presentation – Do you know your AI, B, C’s? The power of using AI powered assessment tools
- How AI-driven assessments provide deeper insights into student performance and learning patterns
- Leveraging AI to provide immediate feedback to students, enhancing their understanding
- Fostering teacher-student partnerships by utilising AI insights for tailored support
Coaching fully online postgrad students to success
- What are the main barriers for fully online learners?
- Can time management coaching increase success rates?
- What digital toolbox do you need when supporting online student engagement?
Reinterpreting videogaming as a form of maieutics
- Video games can help us define relevant philosophical and ethical questions
- The use of video games as a potential means of promoting moral literacy
- This use should be seen as a part of a wider maieutical process involving teachers and students. once this practice has been established in the classroom, video-gfaames could be privately used as a means of philosophical self-education
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