Varna, Bulgaria — The city of Varna is set to host the EDFOR 2024, an innovative educational forum aimed at enhancing teaching and learning practices across various educational levels. This event, organized by leading educational institutions, focuses on integrating modern methodologies and technologies into the educational landscape.

EDFOR 2024 brought together educators, researchers, and policymakers to explore innovative strategies that foster student engagement and improve learning outcomes. Participants had the opportunity to attend workshops, panel discussions, and presentations led by renowned experts in the field of education.

The President of Syndicate Education Podkrepa, Dr. Julian Petrov, was a panelist at the Fourth International Education Forum “Education through the Paradigm of Humanism and Artificial Intelligence”, organized by the Municipality of Varna, which took place on September 2 and 3, 2024. The forum provides an opportunity to discuss topics related to innovation skills and digital solutions in education, achieving harmony between teaching and the role of artificial intelligence in the lives of young people. The highlights of the forum are in three main areas:

• Artificial intelligence to help people
• Modern discourse in education. Harmony between teaching and learning, theory and practice
• Skills for innovation and digital solutions in education

A highlight of the forum was the focus on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education, emphasizing the importance of these disciplines in preparing students for the challenges of the future. With a variety of interactive sessions, attendees learned how to implement effective STEM programs that encourage creativity and critical thinking.

The forum aims not only to share knowledge but also to create a collaborative environment where educators can exchange ideas and best practices. It attracted a diverse group of participants from across the country, reflecting a shared commitment to enhancing educational standards.

Some STEM topics covered were how to integrate technology in the classroom, innovative teaching methodologies, STEM education and its impact and how to foster inclusive learning environments.

As education continues to evolve, events like EDFOR 2024 play a crucial role in shaping the future of teaching and learning. With a focus on collaboration and innovation, the forum promises to be a significant milestone in Varna’s educational calendar.

For more information and registration details, visit EDFOR 2024.