Oakridge educators collaborate with global leaders to explore the Future of Education.

  • 21 March 2024

Oakridge International Schools have met with the most outstanding minds in education, at a global Nord Anglia Education conference in Vietnam.

In March, more than 200 international educators from 15 countries around the globe descended on Hanoi, Vietnam to innovate, problem-solve and brainstorm at one of the world’s largest academic conferences.

Hosted by Nord Anglia Education schools, the British International School Hanoi and the British Vietnamese International School Hanoi, world-leading education experts have discussed the exciting future of education, including how to enhance the educational journey for children using AI in education.

Director of Education, Dipika Rao also emphasised the importance of global learning and teaching collaborations, to ensure children continue to experience an outstanding education that prepares them to thrive in life.

“Guided by the theme of innovation, I, alongside the educators across all grade levels, embarked on an enlightening journey at the Innovate 2024 Teaching-Learning conference. This experience has been one of discovery and collaboration. Reflecting on the insights gained and connections made with Principals and educators from 26 schools across Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and India, we are inspired by the potential to pioneer new approaches to learning. Our educators embraced this opportunity to participate, share, and exchange ideas and strategies through teaching and learning. Our commitment to cultivating a culture of innovation for the growth and development of our students remains unwavering.” Said Oakridge International School, Visakhapatnam, Principal, Shaila Bhamidipati.

Special guest, Nord Anglia Education Chief Education Officer Elise Ecoff has also joined from the United Kingdom, to discuss “how AI in education will create an enriching foundation” for children in Vietnam.

Other guest education innovators have met with parents, students, and the wider Hanoi community to share best practices, and exciting new research and innovation in education.