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ICSEI 2026 Call for Proposals: Available in English & Arabic

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Welcome to ICSEI 2026

Crossing Boundaries in Education: Fostering Innovative, Inclusive and Sustainable Learning Environments

Congress Venue: Qatar University

Congress Date: 18 - 22 January 2026

Theme and Context

Crossing Boundaries in Education: Fostering Innovative, Inclusive and Sustainable Learning Environments.

Congress sub-themes include:

Innovation in Education

Technology Integration and Digital Equity: Addressing the challenges and opportunities of integrating technology in education, focusing on bridging the digital divide and ensuring equitable access to quality digital resources.
The Age of Artificial Intelligence: Exploring the integration of AI in teaching and learning processes, focusing on personalised education, flexible instruction, automated administrative tasks, and ethical considerations in AI applications.
Digital Literacy in Education: Emphasising the importance of digital literacy skills for students and educators, exploring strategies for incorporating digital literacy into curricula, enhancing critical thinking in digital environments, and ensuring students are equipped to navigate and utilise digital technologies effectively and responsibly.

Inclusivity in Learning Environments

Teacher Education and Professional Development: Examining the evolving role of teachers and the need for ongoing professional development to equip educators with the skills and knowledge required in an evolving educational environment.
Equity and Inclusivity in Education: Recognizing the diverse needs of learners and ensuring that education systems are equitable and inclusive, accommodating diverse learning needs and backgrounds.
Mental Health and Well-being in Education: Highlighting the importance of mental health and well-being for students and educators and integrating well-being strategies into educational practices.

Sustainability in Education

Global Collaboration and Localised Solutions: Encouraging global collaboration while focusing on localised solutions that cater to the unique needs of diverse educational systems and communities.
Sustainable Practices in Education: Addressing the role of education in promoting sustainability, environmental awareness, and global citizenship.

Doha, Qatar

Key Dates

30 April – Call for proposals available
7 May – Proposal submission system open
8 June – Proposal submission system closes
1 August – Registration opens
16 August – Notification of successful proposals
31 October – Early Bird registration closes
31 December – Registration closes
18 January – Pre-conference events *additional fees
19 January – Congress Opening Day 1
19-22 January – Main conference Day 1 – 4

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