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Creating Smart Learning Environments That Energize and Inspire

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Session description

How can we infuse smart learning environments with elements that spark genuine joy and motivation across diverse learning contexts? Moving beyond technological novelty, we'll examine pedagogical and cultural dimensions that transform digital learning spaces from merely efficient to truly inspiring, with examples from a diverse range of global educational settings.

Outline

1. Opening remarks by Prof. Asha Kanwar introducing GSENet and panelists. (5 minutes)

2. Core principles of smart learning environments by Prof. Ronghuai Huang: Defining foundations and characteristics of effective smart learning environments and the importance of motivation and engagement in digital learning contexts. (10 minutes)

3. Practical applications and global perspectives. Each panelist will present a case study or real-life example, highlighting implementation challenges such as technology access barriers, balancing innovation vs equity, policy impact and creative low-resource solutions from diverse contexts. (30 minutes)

4. Discussion and Q&As from the audience, moderated by Prof. Huang. (10 minutes)

5. Key takeaways and closing remarks. (5 minutes)

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Supporting research

Report on National Smart Education Framework published by UNESCO IITE, International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE), and Beijing Normal University (BNU) with the support of Hangzhou Normal University (HZNU): https://iite.unesco.org/publications/report-on-national-smart-education-framework/

Supportive research on Smart Education: https://gse.bnu.edu.cn/category/v2024/web-en-v2024/en-download-v2024/en-down-yjbg-v2024

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Presenters

Nikole Blanchard

Innovation Director, ISTE and ASCD Board

The Dunham School

Ronghuai Huang

Co-Dean

Beijing Normal University

Dr Kinshuk

Dean

University of North Texas

Bosen Liu

Head of Partnership and Agenda-Setting

UNESCO IESALC

Romeo Ramirez

Sr. Director, International Partnerships

ISTE+ASCD

Dr. Elliot Soloway

Professor

University of Michigan

Session specifications

Topic:

Global Education, Collaboration and Perspectives

TLP:

Yes

Audience:

District Level Leadership, Government/Non-profit, School Level Leadership

Attendee devices:

Devices not needed

ISTE Standards:

For Education Leaders:
Equity and Citizenship Advocate

Ensure access to technology, connectivity, inclusive digital content and learning environments that meet the needs of all students.
Model the use of technology in inclusive, healthy ways to solve problems and strengthen community.

Systems Designer

Ensure that resources and infrastructure for supporting effective use of technology for learning are sufficient and scalable to meet future demand.

TLPs:

Connect learning to learner, Prioritize authentic experiences

Influencer Disclosure:

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