TECHNOLOGY IN EDUCATION 2020

WEBINAR
Objectives 28-29 OCTOBER, 2020
Ÿ To learn the benefits of technology in education
Ÿ To explore ways of balancing between technology and socialisation
STAYING TOGETHER
Ÿ To find ways of bringing educational technology to all children at low cost
Ÿ To learn from successful case studies around the world and come up with models WHILE APART
that work locally
Ÿ To find ways of integrating technology in the classroom, as a core value, not just a
supplement JOHANNESBURG, RSA

SPEAKERS
Michelle Lissoos Ronelle Klinck Simon Robinson Tracey Willis
Director Learniing Solutions Lead Founder Strategic Development Advisor
THINK AHEAD MICROSOFT INSPIRE AFRICA ADvTECH

Bilal Kathrada Dr Rowan van Dyk Dr Tholsia Naidoo Patricia Duncan Dr Bill Price
Director Managing Director Managing Director Educational Specialist Founder
ITVARSITY DNL TRAINING iWHIZ Programme VOOKS BILL PRICE & ASSOCIATES
Background Areas of Interest

Following the disruptions to normal activities necessitated by the need to · Accessibility & Inclusion
curb the spread of COVID-19, the Technology in Education Conference · Advanced Classroom Technology
will now return for its 2020 edition as a WEBINAR, with the theme of · Animation and 3D Systems
awakening students' minds and preparing them for the disruptive trends of · Blended Learning
the new digital world. We will ensure that delegates get as much practical and · Business and Investment
live experience as possible so they gain maximum value from the webinar as · Computer Software in Education
if they attended physically. · Digital Libraries and Repositories
At this year's conference we will go a level deeper into understanding how · Digital Media in Education
educators can leverage the power of technology to enable students and · Digital Storytelling/Video
teachers to develop relationships with their global peers while addressing · Early Learning
complex and important global issues. Students who have participated in · Emerging Tech & Development
global learning have addressed worldwide problems like food security, · Equity
climate change, refugee crises and child labour. · Games & Simulations
With the continent gearing itself for the Fourth Industrial Revolution, focus · Global Education
must also be trained on the future generations who are the beneficiaries of · ICT in Education
today's groundwork for a digital future. Topics will include technology and · Informal Learning
STEM, big data, analytics and artificial intelligence, government · K-12 Education
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responsibilities; among others. To be held on the 28 and 29 of October the · Leadership
Technology in Education 2020 Conference was designed to bring · Managed Learning Environments
together policy makers, educators, technologists and elementary education · Mobile Technologies
experts to plot the best way forward in the education of the future leaders. · Online and mobile Learning
· Policy & Civic Engagement
Target Audiences · Science of Learning
· Security and Data Protection
· Educators · SEL & Wellness
· Teachers · Social Media in Education
· Educational Policy advisors and makers · STEM & STEAM
· Learning Institutions · Student Agency
· Early Child education and development · Technology-Enhanced Evaluation and
· Educational Technology and Psychology Assessment
· Instructional Specialists
· Edtech Specialists
· Gaming Experts
· Curriculum designers Target Sectors
· School board
· Parents and students · Digital Learning & Teaching Platforms
· Early childhood education · ICT solutions and infrastructure
· Life-long education · M-Learning Platforms & Apps
· Special education · Content and Content Management Platforms
· Local government · Mobile devices, PCs and Laptop manufacturers
· Policy makers and suppliers
· HR/Corporate training · Government Departments
· New business development · Municipalities
· IT · Classroom equipment and hardware service
· After/Cram schools providers
· Correspondence services · Assessment & Communication Platforms
· Startups · Security and Access control
· VC/Investors · Management, Finance and Administration
· Tech Directors · Special Needs and inclusive education
· Library Media Specialists solutions
· Tech Support Staff · Diverse Leaders
· CTO · Education Reform
· Ed Tech
· Innovative Schools
 BUSSYNET ADVANCED TRADING
DRAFT PROGRAMME TECHNOLOGY IN EDUCATION
28-29 COTOBER 2020
VIA WEBINAR, JHB
DAY 1: 28 OCTOBER 2020 DAY 2:
29 OCTOBER 2020

08:20
Opening Remarks

08:15: Opening Remarks
08:30
Incorporating augmented and virtual reality in the
08:30 Navigating the teaching industry in the Fourth Industrial Revolution
Ÿ Responsibilities for school leaders in formulating strategies that use
learning environment
technology to improve education delivery Ÿ Quantifying the befits of realistic scenarios
Ÿ Strategies to support the digital transformation process presented by AR and VR
Ÿ Promoting a culture of learning using technology Ÿ Microsoft case study of using Microsoft tools in
Ÿ Building collaborative relationships between school leaders and
education technology providers
education technology
Michelle Lissoos: Director: Think Ahead Ronelle Klinck: Learning Solutions Lead: Microsoft

09:15
Enhancing education with Artificial Intelligence and increasingly 09:15
The rise of education technology on the African
smart algorithms
Ÿ How to Teach About AI in the Classroom
market
Ÿ Using AI to help teachers personalise and streamline student Ÿ What Africa must get right for technology to work in
instruction schools
Ÿ Finding competencies, competencies, weak areas, and working on Invited Speaker: Mmaki Jantjies: Senior Lecturer;
areas that need the most attention
Invited Speaker: Google
Information Systems University of Western Cape

10:00
Mid-morning Break 10:00
Mid-morning Break

10:30
Drones in the classroom
Simon Robinson: Founder: Inspire Africa
11:15
Using data Learning Analytics to optimise learning
Ÿ Understanding the growing importance of analytics in education
delivery
Ÿ Predicting student behaviour to design effective curricula and map
learning interventions.
Invited Speaker:
12:00
Adaptive Learning; using technology to help students progress at
the optimal path using their own pace
Ÿ Using machine learning tools for personalised learning designed to
benefit students at their own learning pace.
Tracey Willis: Strategic Development Advisor: ADvTECH
12:45
LUNCH
13:45
Using technology to promote creativity and engagements within the
school and family settings
Ÿ Software tools for special needs learners
Ÿ Promoting family engagements and the love of studying
Ÿ Case Study - Using Vooks as a technology tool for education
Patricia Duncan: Education Specialist: Vooks
14:30
How Edtech will save Africa
Ÿ Globalisation and interoperability of education innovation
Ÿ Preparing students for a global society
Bilal Kathrada: Director: ITVarsity
15:15
Education Technology and the Fourth Industrial Revolution
Ÿ Realigning education technology to stay in touch with the disruptive
workplace
Ÿ Hard and soft skills offered by education to prepare students for
tomorrow's job market
Dr Tholsia Naidoo: Managing Director: iWhiz Programme
10:30
Introducing Neuroscience Teaching Principles into
technology and into the actual teaching space
Ÿ Neuroscience and brain operations
Ÿ How the brain works irrespective of technology or
face to face encounter learning based programmes
Ÿ How Neuroscience can help every technology and
face to face encounter for learning to improve
retention
Dr Bill Price: Founder: Bill Price & Associates
11:15
Government responsibility in promoting technology
in education
Ÿ Unveiling the untapped potential of learning
technology
Ÿ Making technology infrastructure available and
affordable for everyone
Dr Rowan van Dyk: Managing Director: DNL Training
12:00
Managing cyber risks and online safety when using
education technology infrastructure
Ÿ Blockchain technologies for cloud storage and
secure record transfers
Ÿ Securing online courses and e-platforms
Ÿ Improving student data privacy practices
Invited Speaker: Dark Fibre Africa
12:45: Closing Remarks: LUNCH; End of Proceedings

16:00
Closing Remarks: End of Day 1