Sustainable approach to education in the era of generative AI.

12th SEAMEO-University of Tsukuba Symposium

Challenges and Ways Forward in the Era of Generative AI with Reflection on 25 Years of 21st Century Education

Background

Since its inception as an Affiliate Member of the Southeast Asian Ministers of Education Organization (SEAMEO) in 2009, the University of Tsukuba (UT) of Japan has been one of the most active Affiliate Members of SEAMEO. Through collaboration with the Center for Research on International Cooperation in Educational Development (CRICED) and Faculty of Education of UT, various teacher development programmes have been developed, particularly in Science, Mathematics, and Teacher Education, along with professional and student exchange programmes that have benefited teachers and students in Southeast Asia and beyond.

Over a period of ten years, the SEAMEO-UT Symposium has been organised annually with themes according to the needs of and emerging issues in teacher education between Japan and Southeast Asia. The 11th SEAMEO-UT Symposium, themed “Technology and Values-driven Transformation in Education”, was supported by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science, and Technology (MEXT) Japan and successfully conducted on 20-22 February 2023 virtually. Over 19,800 educators participated through the SEAMEO Secretariat YouTube live. The overall viewership of the recorded videos over three days has so far reached approximately 45,000.

In response to the rapidly growing presence of generative AI in education, the SEAMEO Secretariat in collaboration with UT and supported by MEXT Japan will organise the 12th SEAMEO - University of Tsukuba Symposium on 27-28 February 2024.

The 12th Symposium will address the needs of Japan and the Southeast Asian region via the timely theme of “Challenges and Ways Forward in the Era of Generative AI with Reflection on 25 Years of 21st Century Education.”

The 12th Symposium will be organised in hybrid mode, whereby some participants will be participating face-to-face at the UT campus in Japan, and others participate online through the SEAMEO Secretariat Youtube live stream.

Programme-At-A-Glance

*Japan Time(GMT+9)

Time 27 Feb 2024 28 Feb 2024
AM
  • Opening Ceremony
  • Monitoring of AI’s Impacts on Education
  • Developing a Repository of AI Resources for Education
  • Teacher Competencies and Standards in the age of AI
  • Breakout One: Ensuring Effectiveness in Addressing School-level Challenges in the Age of AI
PM
  • Adapting the Curriculum to the 21st Century
  • Adapting Assessments to the 21st Century
  • School Guidelines and Ethical Standards for the use of AI
  • Mainstreaming and Sustaining the Concept of ESD
  • Breakout Two: Teacher Education in the 21st Century
  • Closing
Tentative Programme

*Japan Time(GMT+9)

DAY 1: Tuesday, 27 February 2024

Time

Agenda

09:30 - 10:00

Online speakers log in to the Zoom Meeting Link.
Online participants access the SEAMEO YouTube Link.

10:00 - 10:30

Opening Ceremony

● Welcome Remarks by Dr Jun Ikeda, Vice President for Global Affairs, University of Tsukuba

● Remarks by Datuk Dr Habibah Abdul Rahim, Director, SEAMEO Secretariat

● Remarks by Mr Koji Kitayama, Deputy Assistant Minister / Director International Affairs Division, Minister’s Secretariat, Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) Japan

● Photo Session

MC: Mr Garry Pawitandra Poluan, Learning Innovation and Information Specialist, SEAMEO Secretariat

10:30 - 11:30

Session 1: Monitoring of AI’s Impacts on Education

● Dr Kritsachai Somsaman, Centre Director, SEAMEO STEM-ED

● Assoc Prof Thiradet Jiarasuksakun, President, The Institute for the Promotion of Teaching Science and Technology (IPST) (online)

● Dr Kelli M Hill, Director, Data Insights Group, Khan Academy (online)

● Q&A

Moderator: Mr Garry Pawitandra Poluan, Learning Innovation and Information Specialist, SEAMEO Secretariat

11:30 - 12:30

Session 2: Developing a Repository of AI Resources for Education

● Ms Haani Mazari, Asia Lead, EdTech Hub

● Dr Wahyudi, Centre Director, SEAMEO SEAMOLEC

● Prof Dr Roberto Araya, Full Professor, University of Chile

● Q&

Moderator: Dr Kritsachai Somsaman, Centre Director, SEAMEO STEM-ED

12:30 - 12:35

Announcements

12:35 - 13:35

Lunch break

13:35 - 14:35

Session 3 (Open Discussion): Adapting the Curriculum to the 21st Century

● Mr Reza Setiawan, Deputy Director for Programme, SEAMEO QITEP in Science

● Dr Songheang Ai, SEAMEO TED Centre Director

● Prof Masami Isoda, Director of CRICED, University of Tsukuba, Japan

● Q&A

Moderator: Mr John Arnold Siena, Deputy Director for Programme and Development, SEAMEO Secretariat

14:35 - 15:35

Session 4: Adapting Assessments to the 21st Century

● Dr Paryono, Deputy Director for Professional Affairs and Research Manager, SEAMEO VOCTECH (online)

● Dr Sayed Yusoff Bin Sayed Hussain, Acting Centre Director, SEAMEO RECSAM

● Dr Shitanshu Mishra, National Information Technology Officer, UNESCO MGIEP (online)

● Q&A

Moderator: Dr Kamaleswaran Jayarajah, Research, Evaluation, and Assessment Specialist, SEAMEO Secretariat

15:35 - 15:50

Coffee break

15:50 - 16:50

Session 5: School Guidelines and Ethical Standards for the Use of AI

● Dr Sherlyne Acosta, Senior Education Specialist, SEAMEO INNOTECH

● Ms Antonia Mandry, Education Specialist, UNICEF EAPRO (online)

● Q&A

Moderator: Ms Haani Mazari, Asia Lead, EdTech Hub

16:50 - 17:00

Announcements on Day 2

17:30 - finish

Dinner Reception by University of Tsukuba for Invited Guests

DAY 2: Wednesday, 28 February 2024

Time

Agenda

09:00 - 09:30

Online speakers log in to the Zoom Meeting Link
Online participants access the SEAMEO YouTube Link

09:30 - 09:45

MC Introduction Recap of Day 1

by Mr John Arnold Siena, Deputy Director for Programme and Development, SEAMEO Secretariat

09:45 - 10:45

Session 6: Teacher Competencies and Standards in the Age of AI

● Mr Pat Yongpradit, Lead, TeachAI; Chief Academic Officer, Code.org (online)

● Dr Yu Lu, Director of Artificial Intelligence Lab, Beijing Normal University (online)

● Mrs Bethanie Drake-Maples, Founder, Atypical AI; Fellow, Stanford Institute for Human Centered AI (online)

● Q&A

Moderator: Dr Takahiro Morio, Bureau of Global Initiatives, University of Tsukuba

10:45 - 11:00

Coffee break

11:00 - 11:10

Introduction to Breakout One Session

11:10 - 12:10

Breakout One: Ensuring National Effectiveness in Addressing School-level Challenges in the 21st Century

Group A: Adapting the Learning Environment to Ensure the Prioritisation of Higher Order Thinking Skills

Facilitator: Ms Shizuko Umetsu, Assistant Professor, University of Tsukuba

Group B: Assisting Educators in Accessing the Most Effective Tools for 21st Century Education

Facilitator: Mr Frankie Randle, Connected Higher Education Specialist, UNHCR

Group C: Maximising Creativity among Learners and Teachers in the 21st Century

Facilitator: Mr Kol Pheng Vaddhana, Undersecretary of State, Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport, Cambodia

Group D: Online participants: Understanding Resistance to Change in Education

Facilitator: Dr Kamaleswaran Jayarajah, Research, Evaluation, and Assessment Specialist, SEAMEO Secretariat

12:10 - 12:15

Announcements

12:15 - 13:15

Lunch break

13:15 - 14:15

Session 7: Mainstreaming and Sustaining the Concept of Education for Sustainable Development (ESD)

● Mr MIZUNO Toshiaki, Director, Office for International Cooperation Planning, International Affairs Division, Minister’s Secretariat, Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) Japan

● Ms Duriya Amatavivat, Centre Director, SEAMEO SEPS; Advisor for International Cooperation, Ministry of Education, Thailand (online)

● Mr Purnomosidi, S Pd, M Si, School Principal, Al-Ya’Lu Superior Elementary School; 1st place winner of SEAMEO-Japan ESD Awardee Category I: Schools with more than 250 students (online)

● Q&A

Moderator: Mr John Arnold Siena, Deputy Director for Programme and Development, SEAMEO Secretariat

14:15 - 14:25

Introduction to Breakout Two Session / SEA-Teacher Session

14:25 - 15:10

Breakout Two: Enhancing Educators’ Capacity Development with AI

Group A - SEAMEO’s education cluster and on-site participants

Facilitator: to be decided within the group

Group B - SEAMEO’s science and culture clusters and on-site participants

Facilitator: to be decided within the group

Group C - Online participants

Facilitator: Dr Kamaleswaran Jayarajah, Research, Evaluation, and Assessment Specialist, SEAMEO Secretariat

Lessons learned from the SEA-Teacher program with special focus on the pilot case in Japan (Part1)

On-site, and interested online participants

● Dr Nakao Nomura, Regional Director for Southeast Asia and Taiwan, Bureau of Global Initiatives, University of Tsukuba

● Dr Yoshikazu Tatemoto, University of Tsukuba Affiliated Senior High School at Sakado

● Mr Kenichi Yoshida, University of Tsukuba Affiliated Senior High School at Sakado

Facilitator: Ms Nao Ishihara, CRICED secretary-officer, Bureau of Global Initiatives, University of Tsukuba

SEA-Teacher Session special site

15:10 - 15:25

Coffee break

15:25 - 16:10

Breakout Three: Infusing and Sustaining ESD within Educators

Group A - SEAMEO’s education cluster and on-site participants

Facilitator: to be decided within the group

Group B - SEAMEO’s science and culture centres and on-site participants

Facilitator: to be decided within the group

Group C - Online partcipants

Facilitator: Mr John Arnold Siena, Deputy Director for Programme and Development, SEAMEO Secretariat

Lessons learned from the SEA-Teacher program with special focus on the pilot case in Japan (Part2)

On-site, and interested online participants

● Panel session among the inbound students to Japan

● Panel session among the outbound students from Japan

● Q&A session

Commentators:
Dr Masami Isoda, University of Tsukuba
Dr Nakao Nomura, University of Tsukuba
Facilitator: Ms Nao Ishihara, CRICED secretary-officer, Bureau of Global Initiatives, University of Tsukuba

SEA-Teacher Session special site

16:10 - 16:30

Closing Session

● Way Forwards and Closing Message by Datuk Dr Habibah Abdul Rahim, Director, SEAMEO Secretariat

● Closing Message by Prof Dr Masami Isoda, Director, CRICED, University of Tsukuba

Announcements

MC: Mr Garry Pawitandra Poluan, Learning Innovation and Information Specialist, SEAMEO Secretariat

End of the Programme

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Theme Description and Objectives

“Challenges and Ways Forward in the Era of Generative AI with Reflection on 25 Years of 21st Century Education”

The symposium seeks to provide a comprehensive platform for in-depth discussions on navigating the evolving landscape of education influenced by generative AI tools. While previous dialogues have emphasised the imperative for the usual suspects, such as ethical guidelines and upskilling of educators, this symposium aims to scrutinize the practical challenges associated with implementing these measures. By concentrating on both the national policy framework and the microcosm of individual schools, we aim to foster nuanced conversations on effective adaptation strategies. Participants will explore the complexities of integrating 21st century teaching and learning, including generative AI tools, into educational practices, addressing issues of accessibility, resource allocation, and the ethical considerations unique to educational settings. Ultimately, the symposium serves as a catalyst for generating actionable insights that can shape a responsive and sustainable approach to education in the era of generative AI.

The objectives of the Symposium are to:

  1. Provide a platform to discuss practical challenges of and solutions to the presence of 21st century education, including the presence of generative AI in education;
  2. Consolidate the recommendations, best practices, and ways forward.

Participants

The symposium is open to university Presidents/Vice Presidents, Deans, Heads of Departments, Lecturers/Teachers, Researchers, Educators, and Ministry Officials from Southeast Asian countries, Japan, and beyond.


Registration

Participants who do not receive an invitation will be required to register by 26 February 2024, Japan time.

Link and QR Code for Registration
https://link.seameo.org/12SEAMEO-UT/RegisParticipants 


Expected Outputs
  • Consolidated presentations of speakers for the SEAMEO-UT Journal of Southeast Asian Education.
  • A summary report of the symposium.

Full Paper Submission (Optional for Speakers)

The SEAMEO Secretariat and the University of Tsukuba plan to publish the paper presented at the Symposium. Speakers can submit the full paper of their presentation before 15 April 2024. Details will follow.


Certificate

The e-Certificate will be provided and generated by the SEAMEO Secretariat as follows:

  • “Certificate of Appreciation” will be provided to the Speakers.
  • “Certificate of Participation” will be provided to all participants who attend the Symposium and complete the Certificate Validation and Assessment Form at the end of each day.

More Information

https://link.seameo.org/12SEAMEO-UT 


Focal Persons

Co-managed by SEAMEO Secretariat and CRICED, University of Tsukuba, Japan.


Contact
  • For more information, please contact:
    • SEAMEO Secretariat, Bangkok, Thailand.
      Mr. Garry Pawitandra Poluan, Learning Innovation and Information Specialist (garry@seameo.org).

Speakers
Opening Ceremony

  • Dr Jun Ikeda

    Vice President for Global Affairs
    University of Tsukuba

  • Datuk Dr Habibah Abdul Rahim

    Director
    SEAMEO Secretariat

  • Mr KITAYAMA Koji

    Deputy Assistant Minister / Director International Affairs Division, Minister’s Secretariat, Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) Japan

Session 1: Monitoring of AI’s Impacts on Education

  • Dr Kritsachai Somsaman

    Centre Director
    SEAMEO STEM-ED

  • Assoc Prof Thiradet Jiarasuksakun

    President
    The Institute for the Promotion of Teaching Science and Technology (IPST)

  • Dr Kelli M Hill

    Director
    Data Insights Group, Khan Academy

Session 2: Developing a Repository of AI Resources for Education

  • Ms Haani Mazari

    Asia Lead
    EdTech Hub

  • Dr Wahyudi

    Centre Director
    SEAMEO SEAMOLEC

  • Prof Dr Roberto Araya

    Full Professor
    University of Chile

Session 3: Adapting the Curriculum to the 21st Century

  • Mr Reza Setiawan

    Deputy Director for Programme
    SEAMEO QITEP in Science

  • Dr Songheang Ai

    Centre Director
    SEAMEO TED

  • Prof Masami Isoda

    Director of CRICED
    University of Tsukuba, Japan

Session 4: Adapting Assessments to the 21st Century

  • Dr Paryono

    Deputy Director for Professional Affairs and Research Manager
    SEAMEO VOCTECH

  • Dr Sayed Yusoff Bin Sayed Hussain

    Acting Centre Director
    SEAMEO RECSAM

  • Dr Shitanshu Mishra

    National Information Technology Officer
    UNESCO MGIEP

Session 5: School Guidelines and Ethical Standards for the Use of AI

  • Dr Sherlyne Acosta

    Senior Education Specialist
    SEAMEO INNOTECH

  • Ms Antonia Mandry

    Education Specialist
    UNICEF EAPRO

Session 6: Teacher Competencies and Standards in the Age of AI

  • Mr Pat Yongpradit

    Lead, TeachAI;
    Chief Academic Officer, Code.org

  • Dr Yu Lu

    Director of Artificial Intelligence Lab
    Beijing Normal University

  • Mrs Bethanie Drake-Maples

    Founder, Atypical AI;
    Fellow, Stanford Institute for Human Centered AI

Session 7: Mainstreaming and Sustaining the Concept of Education for Sustainable Development (ESD)

  • Mr MIZUNO Toshiaki

    Director, Office for International Cooperation Planning, International Affairs Division, Minister’s Secretariat, Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) Japan

  • Ms Duriya Amatavivat

    Centre Director
    SEAMEO SEPS; Advisor for International Cooperation, Ministry of Education, Thailand

  • Mr Purnomosidi, S Pd, M Si

    School Principal, Al-Ya’Lu Superior Elementary School; SEAMEO-Japan ESD Awardee Category I 1st place winner

Lessons learned from the SEA-Teacher program with special focus on the pilot case in Japan (Part1)

  • Dr Masami Isoda

    Director
    CRICED, UT

  • Dr Nakao Nomura

    Regional Director for Southeast Asia and Taiwan, Bureau of Global Initiatives,
    University of Tsukuba

  • Dr Yoshikazu Tatemoto

    University of Tsukuba Affiliated Senior High School at Sakado

  • Mr Kenichi Yoshida

    University of Tsukuba Affiliated Senior High School at Sakado

  • Dr Regidor Gaboy

    Central Luzon State University

Closing Session

  • Datuk Dr Habibah Abdul Rahim

    Director
    SEAMEO Secretariat

  • Dr Masami Isoda

    Director
    CRICED, UT

Moderators / Facilitators

  • Mr Garry Pawitandra Poluan

    Learning Innovation and Information Specialist, SEAMEO Secretariat

    opening, session1, closing

  • Dr Kritsachai Somsaman

    Centre Director, SEAMEO STEM-ED

    session2

  • Mr John Arnold Siena

    Deputy Director for Programme and Development, SEAMEO Secretariat

    session3,7, recap-day1, breakout

  • Dr Kamaleswaran Jayarajah

    Research, Evaluation, and Assessment Specialist, SEAMEO Secretariat

    session4, breakout

  • Ms Haani Mazari

    Asia Lead, EdTech Hub

    session5


  • Dr Takahiro Morio

    Bureau of Global Initiatives, University of Tsukuba

    session6

  • Ms Shizuko Umetsu

    Assistant Professor, University of Tsukuba

    breakout

  • Mr Frankie Randle

    Connected Higher Education Specialist, UNHCR

    breakout

  • Mr Kol Pheng Vaddhana

    Undersecretary of State, Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport, Cambodia

    breakout

  • Ms Nao Ishihara

    CRICED secretary-officer, Bureau of Global Initiatives, University of Tsukuba

    SEA-Teacher program

Focal Persons

Co-managed by SEAMEO Secretariat and CRICED,
University of Tsukuba, Japan

  • SEAMEO Secretariat, Bangkok, Thailand:
      Datuk Dr Habibah Abdul Rahim, Director
  • CRICED, University of Tsukuba, Japan:
      Prof Dr Masami Isoda, Director, CRICED
Coordinators
  • SEAMEO Secretariat, Bangkok, Thailand:
    » Mr Garry Pawitandra Poluan,
      Learning Innovation and Information Specialist (garry@seameo.org; secretariat@seameo.org)
  • CRICED, University of Tsukuba, Japan:
    » Ms Nao Ishihara,
      CRICED secretary-officer (criced@un.tsukuba.ac.jp)