
Learning is now digital. Traditional education systems and processes have been reinvented. Digitization has proliferated the education industry with smart classrooms, and e-learning methods. Apart from the adoption of cloud based solutions, the integration of technology such as AR, VR and robotics has played a crucial role in developing an interactive and inclusive learning environment. Industry reports indicate the burgeoning global edtech industry is set to reach US$40 billion by 2022, while the e-learning market in the Middle East region is expected to exceed $1.5 billion (Dh5.5bn) by the year 2023.
At EdTechCon Middle East, educators and decision makers from the region and technology implementers will come together to delve into the nuances of the edtech industry - the future, key drivers, challenges to overcome and the barriers for growth. Through two days of live presentations, and interactive discussions, this virtual conference, set to be held on 8 and 9 February 2021 will witness industry leaders collaborate to discuss some of the most pertinent questions affecting this industry.
This is a platform like no other for the edtech players, educators and integrators within the Middle East region to come together and share insights. Be a part of the event to learn about the latest technologies transforming the edtech industry. Some of the key topics that will be discussed at the conference are -
Director of Innovation Capacity Building
The Ministry of Higher Education Research and Innovation, Oman
Director - Investment, Knowledge Fund, Government of Dubai
Education Specialist, Ministry of Education and Higher Education, Qatar
Vice Chancellor
Muscat University
Co-CEO, Lecturio
Academic President
Manipal Academy of Higher Education
Director of EdTech, Digital Learning and Innovation, Ashford School, UK
Director of Innovation and Future Learning, GEMS Education
Chief Education Officer, New Nordic School, Finland
President, Gulf University, Bahrain
Principal and Chief Academic Officer
Hartland International School
Director of IT, Chief Innovation & Digital Officer GEMS International School - Al Khail
Director of Teaching and Learning, Nord Anglia International School, Hong Kong
Deputy Director of Academic Operations Middlesex University Dubai
Professor of Innovation Management Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government
Associate Professor, Learning Sciences and Assessment (LSA) Academic Group, National Institute of Education (NIE), Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore
President, Rochester Institute of Technology - Dubai
Director of Student Recruitment, American University in Dubai
Head of Digital Learning, Cranleigh Abu Dhabi
Lecturer, Tallinn University, Estonia
Head of Education, Carfax Education
Deputy Director, Al-Bayan Bilingual School, Kuwait
Principal, British School Muscat, Oman
Director of Specialism, Careers and Higher Education Advisor, GEMS FirstPoint School - The Villa
Educational Technology Lead, Deira International School
Development & Recognition Manager, International Baccalaureate
Principal, Springdales School Dubai
Owner and Director, Al Faris International School, KSA
Educational Technology Expert, Ministry of Education and Higher Education, Qatar