PSKP, Beijing, China – The G20 Education Dialogue 2024 successfully brought together global educational leaders and experts to discuss advancing education in the digital era. This dialogue represents a significant step toward a sustainable educational future by focusing on collaboration, innovation, and adaptability.

The dialogue also featured discussions emphasizing the importance of adaptive curricula and interdisciplinary approaches.

In his introductory remarks, Mr. Andreas Schleicher, Director for Education and Skills at the OECD, emphasized the critical nature of education as the foundation of society and the economy. He stated, "Education is essential for our societies. We must equip students with the knowledge and skills to navigate an increasingly complex and interconnected world."

The Center for Education Standards and Policy (PSKP), Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology (Kemendikbudristek) was invited and actively participated in this event hosted by Beijing Foreign Studies University, held from October 10-13, 2024. Focusing on "Education, Technology, and Quality Growth in the Digital Era," this event was organized by the G20 Research Center and the Academy of Regional and Global Governance, alongside contributions from the Research Center of the United Nations and the Global Education Governance Research Center.

As a continuation of two previous dialogues in 2016 and 2017, the event focused on six cross-cutting sub-themes, including the impact of digital transformation on the future of education, the role of government-academia-industry collaboration in driving these transformations, and how digital technologies enable inclusive and accessible quality education. Additionally, discussions explored learning pathways toward a resilient and sustainable future, including how educational innovation addresses climate change challenges.

There were two parallel sessions: the G20 Technical and Vocational Education Dialogue, which focused on collaboration mechanisms in technical education, and the G20 Basic Education Dialogue, which discussed shaping future schools with digital technologies.

Session Highlights

Session One: Inclusive and Quality Education Through Tech-enabled Learning
The first session, "Inclusive and Quality Education Through Tech-enabled Learning," was led by Mr. Ferdi Widiputera, a Policy Analyst from Indonesia’s Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology. A distinguished panel discussed how digital technologies can transform educational experiences. 

Dr. Fabienne Michelle Schoenmaker van der Kleij from Australia emphasized the importance of digital tools in enhancing learning outcomes. At the same time, Prof. Cheng Gang from China highlighted their potential to support equitable lifelong education.

Prof. Aras Bozkurt from Turkey discussed integrating generative AI into educational practices, and Prof. Mohamed Ally from Canada showcased how digital technologies are reshaping education. Prof. Gary Miron from the USA examined virtual schooling outcomes, and Mr. Liu Qiang from China presented on educational technology innovation.

The session concluded with a consensus on leveraging technology for inclusive and equitable education. It emphasized collaboration, adaptive learning, and digital literacy to bridge geographic and socioeconomic divides.

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Mr. Ferdi Widiputera from PSKP moderated a G20 dialogue session at Beijing Foreign Studies University.

Session Two: Education Reform and Quality Growth
The second session focused on education reform's role in achieving quality growth. Experts explored the need for adaptable curricula and innovative approaches to meet the challenges of the digital era. 

Discussions centered around collaboration among stakeholders and investment in technology to foster inclusive learning environments. Notable speakers included Prof. Nayyaf R. Aljabri, CEO of the Research Center for Assessment, Measurement, and Accreditation in Saudi Arabia, who addressed strategies for enhancing quality and inclusivity in pre-tertiary education. 

Prof. Costa Luiz, Rector of IESB in Brazil, emphasized the need for adaptive curricula to meet the demands of the digital era. At the same time, Ms. Mugyeong Moon, a researcher at the Korea Institute of Child Care and Education, focused on enhancing early childhood education through digital technology. 

Mr. Zhang Wuxu, General Manager of iFLYTEK Co., Ltd. in China, emphasized AI's transformative potential in education. The consensus emphasized collaboration, investment in technology, and policies prioritizing inclusivity to create equitable learning pathways for a sustainable future.

G20 participants Beijing Information Technology College (BITC)