Rubies Tech Foundation recently hosted the Tech Educators Conference 2.0, a transformative event that brought together educators, technologists, and thought leaders to explore the intersection of technology and education. With a focus on unraveling the trends and challenges in this dynamic landscape, the conference provided valuable insights and perspectives from a lineup of esteemed speakers and panelists.
This virtual event with the theme: “TECHNOLOGY AND EDUCATION: UNRAVELLING ITS TRENDS AND CHALLENGES” was held on Friday, 15th of March 2024 at 8:00 PM WAT via Zoom. It was also livestreamed on Youtube. The conference featured a diverse lineup of speakers and panelists who shared their expertise and insights on the role of technology in education. This article would delve into some notable quotes from the speakers.
Dr. Adetola Salau emphasized the pivotal role of educators in understanding and meeting the needs of their students. She highlighted the importance of fostering a learning environment where students are encouraged to think critically and ask questions. In her words, “Educators are to look for the needs of their students and for the students, your learning is your responsibility.” She also said, “As an Educator, you should be focused on your students having the ability to think and ask questions.”
Temiloluwa Afape stressed on the transformative power of technology in enhancing the learning process. In her words, “Technology can significantly enhance the learning process by providing access to vast amounts of information.”, “By now, children in primary schools should be learning to code. It is not just about becoming a software engineer; coding helps them understand the world around them in a technological age.”
Oluwaseun Kayode discussed the dual nature of technology in education, noting its role in both decentralizing and centralizing educational practices. He emphasized the significance of embracing technology to stay relevant in an evolving landscape, highlighting that failing to do so could lead to being left behind. He said, “If you fail to embrace technology, it will catch up with you.”
Kafilat Adedeji focused on the importance of awareness among educators regarding online safety and the advantages and disadvantages of technology. She stressed that teaching safety measures alongside technological skills is crucial to bridging the gap between responsible tech users and those who are not. In her words, “Tech is revolutionary, there will be a huge gap between children using tech positively and those who do not.”
The Tech Educators Conference served as a platform for meaningful discussions and insights into the evolving landscape of technology in education. It highlighted the importance of embracing technology in teaching practices, fostering a culture of continuous learning, and preparing students for a tech-driven future. By leveraging the power of technology, educators can empower the next generation with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in a digital world.
