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By Asia Education Review Team , Tuesday, 20 February 2024

Sharjah Summit, Influencing the Future of Education in UAE through AI

  • The upcoming Sharjah International Summit on Improvement in Education, scheduled for February 25-26, 2024, is set to explore the significant impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on the future of education. Hosted by H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, the summit brings together experts to discuss the evolving landscape of education in the digital age.

    Organized by the Sharjah Education Academy (SEA), the summit focuses on how AI can transform learning experiences, simplify administrative tasks, and revolutionize teaching methods. With 60 speakers, 32 panel discussions, and training sessions, the event will delve into personalized learning environments, AI-powered tutoring, and administrative automation.

    AI's role in creating personalized learning paths adapts to students' pace and style, making education more inclusive and effective. Intelligent tutoring systems provide instant feedback, enhancing understanding and engagement. On the administrative side, AI's automation capabilities promise a future where educators can focus more on teaching and less on paperwork. The summit aims to showcase these advancements and highlight their impact on teaching practices, special education, and ethical considerations in educational innovation.

    While the excitement for AI in education is evident, the summit also addresses debates on its application, such as the use of tools like Chat GPT in academic assignments. It explores whether these tools enhance learning or amount to cheating, emphasizing the need for assignments that promote critical thinking and intellectual growth. The summit underscores AI's potential to support research, improve efficiency, and create assignments challenging students in real-world scenarios.

    The Sharjah International Summit on Improvement in Education serves as a crucial gathering for educators, policymakers, and technologists. By deepening understanding of AI's potential and challenges, it aims to guide the global educational community toward a future where every learner can succeed. The event reflects a vision of a world where education is empowered by technology yet remains fundamentally human.