The educational summit at Abdullah Al-Salem University, held from April 16-17, 2025, focused on the transformative power of technology in education, including AI, data privacy, and virtual reality. Experts discussed the challenges and benefits of integrating these technologies, emphasizing personalized learning, cybersecurity, and the need for flexible educational policies.
Dr. Adel Al-Husainan, Secretary-General of the University’s Founding Board of Trustees, highlighted the importance of breaking down institutional barriers to promote collaboration and innovation. The summit led to major recommendations, including the use of AI to personalize learning, enhance e-learning systems, and integrate ethical data privacy and security measures.
Experts also stressed the potential of virtual and augmented reality (VR/AR) to enhance interactive learning. They advocated for pilot projects and infrastructure investments to support these tools, ensuring accessibility and alignment with educational curricula. Additionally, flexible educational policies and the creation of incubators for research-driven innovation were highlighted as key for fostering growth in the educational sector.
The summit concluded with awards for top student projects, recognizing innovations like Kish from Kuwait University and Stat Cam from Gulf University for Science and Technology.
Key Recommendations:
- AI-personalized learning: Using AI tools like chatbots to tailor education.
- Cybersecurity & data privacy: Secure student data through encryption and protocols.
- Virtual & augmented reality: Implement VR/AR to make learning interactive and immersive.
- Flexible policies: Develop adaptable policies for data privacy and ethical AI use.
- Collaborative research: Build networks for turning research into real-world products.
