AKU moot discusses devotion to academic excellence

Unites thought leaders, policymakers, practitioners to scrutinise intersection of technology, pedagogy, and society.

KARACHI:

The Aga Khan University Institute for Educational Development (AKU-IED) concluded its 12th International Conference, providing a dynamic platform for dialogue on 'Technology, Pedagogy, And Society: Critical Appreciation of The Present and Prospects for the Future.'

The two-day milestone event, coinciding with the 40th anniversary of the university, symbolised a longstanding commitment to academic excellence.

The conference united thought leaders, policymakers, and practitioners to scrutinise the intersection of technology, pedagogy, and society.

Caretaker Minister for School and College Education, and Women Empowerment, Sindh, Rana Hussain, graced the inaugural session as the chief guest, emphasising the imperative need to discuss societal impacts of technology.

Keynote speakers, including Sean Michael Morris, Dr Asadul Islam, and Dr Shah Jamal Alam, illuminated the evolution of critical digital pedagogy and the essential role of formal reasoning in the age of AI dominance.

The first day of the conference featured a vibrant panel discussion on "Implementing Ed Tech Reform", addressing evidence, policy, and delivery in education.

Meanwhile, second day unfolded at the Karimabad campus, witnessing more than 200 participants engaging in over 40 workshops on diverse topics such as teaching in the digital era, educational robotics, and fostering equitable learning spaces.

Published in The Express Tribune, December 3^rd, 2023.