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The 4th Sharjah International Summit on Improvement in Education concludes with innovative strategies aimed at transforming education
Sharjah, Feb 25, 2025: The fourth edition of the Sharjah International Summit on Improvement in Education, organised by the Sharjah Education Academy (SEA) in collaboration with the Sharjah Private Education Authority (SPEA), concluded with key recommendations aimed at transforming education. The key recommendations included leveraging artificial intelligence and data-driven decision-making, strengthening professional development for educators, fostering equity and inclusion in schools, future-proofing education through vocational training and industry partnerships, and innovating teaching and learning practices to prepare students for a rapidly changing world.
The summit saw participation from 2,500 in-person attendees and more than 4,500 online participants, bringing together educators, decision-makers, researchers, and technology experts from around the globe, in addition to parents.
In track one of the summit that focused on ‘Envisioning the Future of Education’, participants explored the role of artificial intelligence, the importance of strong leadership, and the impact of data-driven decision-making in reimagining digital learning. The discussions yielded key recommendations to enhance educational strategies including utilising data-driven decision-making, action research, and improvement science; investing in adaptive digital learning tools to foster personalised and inclusive education; and strengthening professional development to equip educators with future-ready skills.
In the second track on ‘Equity and Inclusion in Schools’, participants engaged in discussions to dismantle barriers to ensure full student participation, focusing on early childhood education and inclusive leadership. Key recommendations included enhancing early childhood education through specialised training in inclusive and developmentally appropriate strategies, expanding teacher training in inclusive pedagogies and differentiated instruction, and developing policies that promote equitable learning environments.
In the third track on ‘Future-Proof and Sustainable Education’, emphasis was placed on establishing an adaptable and flexible education system through discussions on vocational and technical education, practical learning, and industry partnerships. The sessions focused on offering innovative solutions and ideas to address societal challenges by leveraging youth and students’ diverse capabilities and visions. Key recommendations include strengthening practical education through apprenticeships and hands-on experiences, fostering industry-education partnerships to ensure curriculum relevance, and equipping teachers with crisis management and resilience training.
In track four, ‘Innovative Teaching and Learning Practices’, the transformative potential of experiential and inquiry-based learning was highlighted. This was supported by digital tools for differentiated instruction and strengthened connections between schools and higher education institutions. Discussions led to key recommendations, including emphasising both in-class and out-of-class skill development to prepare students for a changing world, integrating sustainability, the Arabic language, and UAE heritage into curricula, and advancing professional development through research-based methodologies.
These recommendations aim to provide a clear roadmap for transformative progress in education. They strive to ensure that educational systems become more inclusive, innovative, and future-ready through the integration of advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, enhanced professional development, and the promotion of collaborative partnerships between the public and private sectors. The summit underscored the urgent need to build a comprehensive, adaptable, and future-ready education system.
Sharjah Education Academy has announced that the 5th edition of the Sharjah International Summit on Improvement in Education will take place from February 14 to 15, 2026.
