About

EduTech Symposium, a premier event organized by the Center for Educational Technology (CETE) at The Maldives National University (MNU). This symposium stands as a beacon for those passionate about the transformative power of technology in education. As the digital age progresses, the integration of innovative technologies into teaching and learning becomes not just beneficial but essential. Attendees will have unparalleled opportunities to explore the practices of tech integration, uncover the latest trends, tackle pressing challenges, and identify emerging opportunities within the realm of Educational Technology.

Objectives

  1. To provide a platform for educators to showcase their practice of integrating technology in teaching and learning.
  2. To showcase successful examples of technology integration that can inspire others.
  3. To offer opportunities for professionals and experts to interact, share and explore best practices of technology integration in teaching and learning.
  4. To support educators in advancing their technology integration skills and facilitate networking and connections for a better future.

Important Links

Information Booklet

Synposis Submission Guideline

Synopsis Template
Submit Synopsis

Upcoming

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Tracks

The exhibit submitted can be on the use of technology integration to enhance any one or many of the following Teaching and Learning areas:

  • Pedagogical Practices in learning design (Instructional strategies and approaches)
  • Assessment and Evaluation
  • Student engagement and interactions
  • Teacher presence
  • Data-driven instruction and learning analytics
  • Accessible and Inclusive Education
  • Vocational Education
  • Professional development for educators in skills and literacy
  • Student Progress monitoring and feedback
  • Subject-specific T&L approaches
  • Management and organization
  • Adaptive, personalized, differentiated, precision education
  • Creation, modification and adaptation of resources and content
  • Advancements to LMS and learning environments

Co-Events and Activities

EduTech Webinars

Aware yourselves with the integration of technology in teaching and learning practices with the pre-symposium webinars held.

EduTech Talk

Hear from a field expert on the success stories of technology enabled learning and teaching practices as they share their experiences.

EduTech Discussion

A pannel of experts will be discussing on the current trends and pressing topics in the field of educational technology.

EduTech Expo

Explore and experience the recent educational technologies as the EduTech providers showcase their ehibits in the exhibition to be held.

EduTech Workshop

Let yourself upskill on the use of technology in teaching and learning through our post symposium professional development workshops.

EduTech Explore

Explore the current implmentation of educational technology in various faculties within The Maldives National University.

EduTech Excellence Awards

Important Dates

23 Oct 2024 - 31 May 2025
Synopsis Submission
OPEN

Submit the Synposis of the showcasing best practice of Technology Enabled Teaching and Learning as per the synopsis submission guideline.

Synposis Submission Guideline

November - December 2024
Pre-Webinar Series
ONGOING

Attend open webinars to get insights on the integration of technology in teaching and learning and get inspired!

 

January 2025 - 31 May 2025
Coaching Sessions
TO BE OPEN

Seek guidance from our facilitators to develop your concept idea into a reality!

1 Jun 2025 - 30 June 2025
Synposis review process

Reviewing of the submitted synposis by the reviewers and informing the decision on acceptance.

1 July 2025 - 31 July 2025
Final submission and registration of presenters

Based on the reviewer decision, submit final synopsis and showcasing format.

17 - 18 September 2025
Main Event

Two days main event of the symposium.

18 September 2025
Post-Symposium Workshops
TO BE OPEN

Professional Development Workshops for the Symposium Participants. 

Committees

Steering Committee

Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic Affairs)
 
Deputy Vice Chancellor (Research and Enterprise)
 
Mr. Abdul Rahman Mubarique
Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration & Finance)
 
Dean of Research
 
Acting Head / Lead Instructional Designer
 
Lead Instructional Designer
 
Instructional Designer

Other Committee Chairs

Chair of Partnership and Plenary Committee
 
Chair of Organization and Administrative Committee
 
Chair of Awards and Publicity Committee

Other Members

Thahumeena Ibrahim
Senior Administrative Officer
 
Fathimath Shazra
Administrative Officer
 
External Members*
 

Symposium Fees

Presenter

Local
MVR 350
 
International
USD 350

Listener

Local
MVR 150
 
International
USD 150

Venue

The maldives National University

Rahdhebai Higun, Machangolhi

Male’ (20_03), Republic of Maldives

Contact

EduTech Symposium Secretariat

edutech.symposium@mnu.edu.mv

3345218

Centre for Educational Technology and Excellence

The Maldives National University

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