As part of the EduTech Symposium 2025, a panel discussion titled “From Chalkboards to Chatbots: Educators at the Crossroads of Innovation” brought together distinguished education experts to explore the evolving role of educators in an increasingly technology-driven learning environment.
Held on 18 September 2025, from 20:00 to 20:30 at the Banquet Hall, Manhattan Business Hotel, the discussion attracted over 100 attendees, reflecting strong interest in the opportunities and challenges associated with educational technology and innovation.
The panel featured Dr. Narimane Hadj-Hamou, Dr. Tenku Putri Norishah, Dr. Ali Shameem, and Dr. Ali Fawaz Shareef, with Dr. Ramiz Ali serving as moderator.
The discussion explored the changing landscape of education, from traditional classroom practices to emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and chatbots. Panelists considered how technology can enhance teaching and learning while emphasizing the continuing importance of educators in facilitating meaningful learning experiences, fostering human connection, and ensuring that innovation responds to learners’ needs.
The session provided an opportunity for participants to reflect on how educators and higher education institutions can embrace technological advancements while maintaining a strong focus on pedagogical quality, inclusivity, and the human dimensions of education.
The panel discussion formed part of the EduTech Symposium 2025, contributing to ongoing conversations about the future of education and the responsible integration of technology into teaching and learning.
Contribution to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
The panel discussion contributed to the following Sustainable Development Goals:
• SDG 4: Quality Education – Promoting inclusive and equitable quality education through innovative teaching approaches and technology-enhanced learning.
• SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure – Encouraging innovation and the effective integration of emerging technologies into educational practices.
• SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities – Emphasizing the importance of inclusive access to educational opportunities and ensuring that technological advancements benefit diverse groups of learners.
