Links: CanvasCon 2024, EdTech experts discuss tech trends in education, Education technology comes of age
In Manila, Philippines, Instructure, the leading learning ecosystem and creator of Canvas LMS, is organizing its second annual educational technology (edtech) conference, CanvasCon 2024. Scheduled for September 6, 2024, at the Grand Hyatt Manila, the conference will bring together educators, administrators, and leaders from prominent educational institutions such as Ateneo de Manila University, De La Salle University, University of the East, and Holy Angel University.
During CanvasCon 2024, participants will engage in discussions on trends and challenges related to integrating technology into curricula. They will also explore the significant advantages that technology offers in enhancing learning experiences. The conference will specifically address the needs of Filipino students by delving into solutions like improving digital learning accessibility, utilizing generative AI effectively, and promoting skills-based learning.
CanvasCon 2024 will feature key speakers, including Professor Martin Bean CBE, the CEO of The Bean Center, who is renowned for his contributions to digital education on an international scale. Professor Bean will share insights on transformative trends shaping the education sector, emphasizing how institutions can leverage innovation and disruption to create more engaging and sustainable learning environments. Additionally, Ryan Lufkin, Vice President for Global Academic Strategy at Instructure, will address the evolving role of AI in education.
Harrison Kelly, Managing Director for Asia Pacific at Instructure, expressed excitement about the adoption of technology-enhanced learning approaches by educational institutions in the Philippines. He highlighted the importance of addressing challenges posed by emerging technologies and emphasized the value of exchanging ideas and knowledge to inspire local institutions and the broader region. Kelly underscored that embracing technology in education goes beyond keeping up with innovation—it unlocks new potentials for teaching and learning that were previously unimaginable.