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The summit focused on key topics such as security, data access, responsible use of AI, advanced personalized education, and life-long readiness and workforce development.
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First-hand insights and findings about UAE schools and AI-based education technologies revealed during the summit
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Aimed specifically to help bring together thought leaders and schools in the education sector across the Emirates, the summit aims to chart a course towards a brighter future.
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, March 13, 2024–(BUSINESS WIRE)–PowerSchool, a leading provider of cloud-based educational software for education, hosted the first edition of the “Innovation in Education: UAE Schools'' Summit at Dunkcrest American School in Dubai.
Held in partnership with Esol Education, a leading international K-12 education company in the Middle East, Mediterranean and East Asia, the summit will bring together top schools and education leaders to explore AI and We aim to be an annual platform to collaborate and discuss innovation. Driving the future of education from across the Emirates.
This one-of-a-kind summit will provide a dynamic and enriching experience, allowing attendees to spend a day filled with valuable insights, unique networking opportunities, interactive sessions, and engaging discussions. I did. The one-day event focused on improving educational practices and outcomes, highlighting key topics such as security, data access, responsible use of AI, life readiness and workforce development.
A survey was also conducted to assess participants' views on technology in schools. The results revealed student behavior management as a challenge for primary education this year, highlighted by his 70% of respondents. Additionally, implementing new AI guidance and leveraging AI tools for students were identified as significant technical challenges. Future priorities included expanding quality instruction and implementing effective student interventions, with a particular focus on integrating new AI learning tools.
“Enabling educators and students to reach their full potential by leveraging AI capabilities is central to PowerSchool's mission,” he said. Shivani Stumpf, Chief Product Officer, PowerSchool. “Hosting the Innovation in Education: Schools in the UAE summit with eSOL Education underscores our unwavering commitment to embracing innovation in education.
“This event represents an important opportunity for UAE educators to come together, exchange ideas and explore innovative solutions to enrich the learning experience of our students. Through insightful discussions, we aim to chart a course for a brighter future for education in the UAE and beyond,” added Stumpf.
The summit served as a platform for attendees to engage in engaging sessions that delved into the benefits of customized learning experiences powered by the innovative PowerSchool Personalized Learning Cloud. Additionally, valuable insights were shared on the benefits of data-as-a-service, highlighting how PowerSchool's platform streamlines data centralization and empowers educators.
Attendees will gain access to the industry's latest cutting-edge products, including Connected Intelligence, the education sector's pioneering fully managed data-as-a-service platform, and PowerBuddy, PowerSchool's AI assistant designed specifically for students and families. We considered functional enhancements. , teachers, administrators.
Participants also emphasized their commitment to overcoming beliefs about traditional education and adopting a personalized approach, as highlighted in the survey. AI virtual assistants are recognized as essential to support personalized education, with over 66% strongly agreeing that technology helps personalize the educational experience for each student, and 75% agreeing that generative We recognize the value of AI.
However, the survey results also revealed that educators are seeking more guidance from school and industry leaders to responsibly implement AI solutions. When it comes to AI integration, 37.5% reported piloting AI without established guidelines, highlighting integration with existing education technology systems as the biggest hurdle. Respondents also expressed concerns about data privacy, security, and ethical considerations.
Feedback from this survey highlights the importance of working with technology vendors who understand the unique needs of education and are building responsible AI products, like PowerSchool, a leader in responsible AI. PowerSchool also educates education leaders and provides tools to evaluate AI technology vendors and their AI readiness and implementation.
Dr. Joseph Nettikaden, Esol Education Chief Information Officer“As proponents of a holistic, data-driven approach to teaching and learning, we are excited to be part of this collaborative platform that will serve as a catalyst for meaningful dialogue between educators in the UAE. Analytics revolutionizes the process of measuring and influencing student performance, allowing you to determine what will have the greatest impact and empowering your students to work toward the outcomes they desire in the future. ”
PowerSchool is an intuitive software that strengthens security, centralizes access to comprehensive data, saves teachers time, increases family engagement, and improves student achievement through AI-driven personalized education. We provide solutions to over 50 million students worldwide.
About Power School
PowerSchool (NYSE: PWSC) is a leading provider of cloud-based software for K-12 education in North America. Its mission is to power the education ecosystem with integrated technologies that empower educators and students to reach their full potential, in their own way. PowerSchool connects students, teachers, administrators, and parents with a common goal of improving student outcomes. From the office to the classroom to the home, schools and districts can access state reporting and related compliance, special education, finance, human resources, human resources, enrollment, attendance, fundraising, learning, instruction, grading, evaluation, and analysis in one place. Allows for efficient management. Integrated platform. PowerSchool supports more than 50 million students and 15,000 customers worldwide, including more than 90 of the top 100 school districts in the United States by student enrollment, and in more than 90 countries. We sell solutions. For more information, please visit www.powerschool.com.
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About eSOL Education
Since 1976, Esol Education has been delivering superior international education through a network of 10 schools across the UAE, Bahrain, Hong Kong, Egypt, Cyprus and Lebanon. Each of Esol Education's schools follows an American or British curriculum and is accredited by the Middle State Colleges and Schools Association (MSA) and/or Council of International Schools (CIS), leading agencies. Esol Education is also a strategic education partner of the American University of Bahrain (AUBH) and works closely with California State University, Northridge (CSUN). Esol Education schools are focused on providing excellent education to the highest standards and benefit from experienced leadership and management, the best facilities and caring and dedicated teachers. For more information, please visit http://www.esoleducation.com.
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