2026 7th International Conference on Education Development and Studies (ICEDS 2026)

University of Hull, UK | April 15-17, 2026

 

The 7th International Conference on Education Development and Studies (ICEDS 2026) was successfully held in Hull, UK, from April 15 to 17, 2026. Under the theme of “Reimagining Education with Technology: Innovation, Inclusion, and Impact,” the conference brought together researchers, educators, and professionals worldwide to explore the transformative role of technology in education. Discussions focused on innovative teaching practices, equitable access to education, and effective technology integration to promote sustainable and inclusive educational development.

  

 

 

Opening Remarks

 

 

 

The opening ceremony of ICEDS 2026 began with inspiring remarks from Prof. Neil Gordon, University of Hull, UK, followed by a warm welcome speech delivered by Prof. Kelum Gamage, University of Glasgow, UK. Their insightful messages set an encouraging tone for the conference and emphasized the significance of collaboration, innovation, and global engagement in education development.

The conference was proudly hosted by Prof. Kelum Gamage, University of Glasgow, UK. His valuable support and dedication played an important role in facilitating a successful and impactful academic gathering.

 

Keynote Speakers

  

ICEDS 2026 was honored to feature a lineup of distinguished keynote speakers whose insightful presentations and expertise significantly contributed to the success of the conference. Their valuable perspectives enriched academic discussions and fostered meaningful exchanges among participants. 

Prof. Carlos Delgado Kloos, Universidad Carlos III de Madrid, Spain 

Title: Higher Education in the Post-Prompt Phase

 

Prof. Alan Garfield, University of Dubuque, USA 

Title: Is AI Coming for your Job as an Educator? 

 

 

Invited Speakers

 

The conference also featured five distinguished invited speakers, whose insightful presentations contributed to in-depth discussions on current challenges, innovative approaches, and future directions in education development:  

Prof. Michelle M. Neumann, The University of Sheffield, UK
Prof. María Jose Latorre-Medina, University of Granada, Spain
Assoc. Prof. Yanlan Shi, Beijing Language and Culture University, China
Asst. Prof. Chandra Reka Ramachandiran, Xiamen University Malaysia, Malaysia
Dr. Phillip Benachour, Lancaster University, UK

 

Parallel Sessions

 

     
 

 

Best Paper Awards

 

                

Onsite Session 1: DS3008: Learning Walks through the Labyrinths of Physics Knowledge inside Virtual Reality
Presenter: Oleg Yavoruk, Independent scholar, Russia

Onsite Session 2: DS3015: AI-Driven Contribution Evaluation and Conflict Resolution: A Framework & Design for Group Workload Investigation
Presenter: Jakub Slapek, University of Warwick, United Kingdom

Online Session 1: DS3028: Ethical Awareness of Artificial Intelligence Use Among Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching Students
Presenter: Mohd Elmagzoub Eltahir, Ajman University, United Arab Emirates

Online Session 2: DS3003: The Multi-Dimensional and In-Depth Role of Copyright Case Presentation Competitions in Cultivating Copyright Literacy Among Applied College Students
Presenter: Qinpei Fan, Shanghai Publishing and Printing College, China

Online Session 3: DS3018: Gamified Immersive Learning Experience to Enhance Students’ Cyber Well-Being
Presenter: Kanyarat Sriwisathiyakun, School of Industrial Education and Technology King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang, Thailand

Online Session 4: DS3044: Who Has the Final Say? Defining the Division of Responsibility Between Educators and AI in Student Assessment
Presenter: Ilze Birzniece, Riga Technical University, Latvija