Kids of Kathmandu in collaboration with e-Education and JICA successfully hosted the third edition of the ‘Edu-Tech-ing Tomorrow’ conference, focusing on the future of technology in education.
Addressing the event, Babu Ram Gole, Executive Director of Kids of Kathmandu, emphasized the current status of ICT integration in Nepal’s education system.
Highlighting the growing concern over the digital divide and the emerging threat of an AI divide, he stresses on the crucial role of teachers in ICT integration.
Gole also acknowledged the dedication of educators while expressing gratitude to all participants for their active involvement in the conference.
A panel discussion on the theme of “ICT Integration in Education” was moderated by Sabika Shrestha.
Chandra Kanta Bhushal, Deputy Director General, CEHRD, Associated Prof. Dr Shesh Kanta Pangeni, Head of Educational Leadership, Kathmandu University, Janardan Rijal, Head of Education Department, DakshinkaliMunicipality
Kaito Miwa, CEO of e-Education, had served as panelists.
The need for a structured ICT facilitator system to ensure effective implementation of technology in schools, and the importance of blended training programs for teachers were the key takeaways from the discussion.
Though many schools have recognized the importance of ICT in education, it has not come into implementation.
Simply having access to technology is not enough–teachers must be equipped with the skills and confidence to integrate digital tools into their teaching practices effectively. The presence of ICT in education allows for new ways of learning for students and teachers.
E-learning or online learning is becoming increasingly popular and with various unprecedented events taking place in our lives, this does not only open opportunities for schools to ensure that students have access to curriculum materials whilst in the classroom but also allows them to ensure students outside the classroom such as at home or even in hospitals can learn.
On the occasion, Kaito Miwa committed to expanding the project across Bagmati Province, while Dr Pangeni underscored the need for nationwide implementation. Bhushal assured the panel that ICT integration would be given priority at the policy level.
The event marked another significant step towards a more tech-integrated educational future for Nepal
