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Ashgabat to Host International Conference on Artificial Intelligence in Education
On August 29, Ashgabat will host an International Scientific-Practical Conference titled “The Potential of Artificial Intelligence in Achieving Sustainable Development Goals in Education.”
The event is organized by the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan in cooperation with the UNESCO Institute for Information Technologies in Education (UNESCO IITE). The conference will serve as a platform to discuss the integration of AI into educational systems on both national and international levels, and to exchange best practices.
The program includes speeches by UNESCO representatives, international experts, researchers, and educators from Turkmenistan. Participants will address topics such as digitalization of education, development of digital and media literacy, ethical aspects of AI usage, and innovative technologies in education.
Special attention will be given to personalized learning, critical thinking development, and adapting educational programs to the demands of the digital age. The conference aims to develop joint strategies for integrating AI into the educational process.
Additionally, the event will foster international cooperation and the creation of joint educational projects. The Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan, with support from UNESCO, is implementing a comprehensive digital education strategy, which includes upgrading technological infrastructure, enhancing teacher qualifications, and establishing national standards for digital competency.
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