Bett Asia 2024, held from October 2-3, 2024, at the Mandarin Oriental in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, brought together over 1,800 education leaders, policymakers, and EdTech innovators from across the Asia-Pacific region. Organized by Bett, a leading global platform for education technology, the event provided a dynamic space for exploring the future of education, powered by artificial intelligence and emerging technologies. The two-day event featured inspiring keynotes, expert-led panels, and hands-on demonstrations, showcasing how technology is transforming classrooms and shaping the future of learning.
A Diverse Audience of Education Leaders and Innovators
Bett Asia 2024 attracted a diverse audience of educators, industry professionals, and policymakers from more than 60 countries, including representatives from over 30 ministries of education. The event was designed to cater to a wide range of educational sectors, from K-12 to Higher Education (HE) and Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET). Attendees engaged in thought-provoking discussions on the role of technology in education and how to harness it to improve learning outcomes across Asia. The Leadership Summit, a core component of the event, provided a unique opportunity for leaders to collaborate, share ideas, and strategize for the future of education in the region.
A Rich Programme of Sessions Covering AI, Innovation, and Future Skills
The programme at Bett Asia 2024 was packed with insightful sessions, focusing on the intersection of technology, innovation, and education. One of the highlights was the Ministerial Perspectives: Powering up Education through AI and Technology panel, where policymakers and education ministers discussed the challenges and opportunities of integrating AI into national education systems. The event also explored how AI is revolutionizing classroom learning, with sessions like Reimagining Education in the Age of AI, presented in collaboration with Microsoft, and Advancing Education with Help from AI, hosted by Google for Education.
Participants also gained valuable insights into the integration of AI in language teaching and learning through tools like the Elsa App, and how educators can leverage AI to enhance creativity, critical thinking, and personalized learning. Another key theme was the role of AI in self-organized learning, as discussed by renowned educational researcher Professor Sugata Mitra, who highlighted the potential of AI to support independent learning, building on his famous ‘Hole in the Wall’ experiment.
In addition to AI, Bett Asia 2024 placed significant emphasis on future skills and careers, showcasing how education systems can evolve to meet the demands of a rapidly changing job market. Notable sessions included Shaping the Future of Learning and Education with AI, which explored AI’s potential to shape future learning environments, and Empowering the Next Generation through Impact, which discussed how education can provide students with a lifelong sense of purpose. The event also focused on key skills like entrepreneurship, soft skills, and social-emotional learning, offering case studies on how these can be integrated into curricula to better prepare students for the workforce.
Diversity and inclusion were also central to the discussions at Bett Asia 2024, with sessions such as Utilizing Practical Technology and Innovation for Disability-Inclusive Education and Inclusion: Making Education More Accessible, which explored how technology can make education more inclusive for students with disabilities. The Bett Asia EdTech 10 also spotlighted the achievements of women in EdTech, celebrating their contributions to transforming the education landscape across Asia.
A Vision for the Future of Education in Asia
As Bett Asia 2024 concluded, attendees left with a renewed sense of purpose and optimism for the future of education in the Asia-Pacific region. From the integration of AI and emerging technologies to a renewed focus on diversity, inclusion, and future-ready skills, the event reinforced the importance of collaboration between policymakers, educators, and technology innovators in shaping the next generation of learners. With the Bett Asia community now more connected than ever, the conversations and innovations shared during the event will undoubtedly continue to inspire educational transformation across the region.
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