ICSLE 2026 Concludes Successfully in Tashkent, Marking a Decade of Smart Learning Research
OCT 27, 2026
The 10th International Conference on Smart Learning Environments (ICSLE 2026) was held on October 19–20, 2026, at the National Pedagogical University of Uzbekistan named after Nizami in Tashkent. Hosted by the International Association of Smart Learning Environments (IASLE) in partnership with the National Pedagogical University of Uzbekistan and GSENet, the conference brought together researchers, practitioners, and policymakers from across the globe under the theme "The Design and Development of Future Learning Environments." Conference venue at the new campus of National Pedagogical University of Uzbekistan Opening Ceremony The conference opened with welcoming remarks from Dr. Dilnoza Kholmurodova, Vice Rector for International Cooperation at the National Pedagogical University of Uzbekistan; Ms. HyunJyung Park, Project Officer for Education at the UNESCO Tashkent Office; and Dr. Ahmed Tlili, President of IASLE. Speakers emphasised the urgency of rethinking learning environments in an era of rapid...
New Book and Roundtable Discussion Launched Under the IASLE-NetDragon Collaborative Research Project
AUG 24, 2026
The IASLE-NetDragon Joint Research Project reached a major milestone with the publication of its new open-access book, On-Demand Learning for Lifelong and Responsive Education: Philosophical, Technological, and Practical Perspectives, published by Springer. To mark the occasion, the project hosted a roundtable discussion at the Global Smart Education Conference (GSE 2026) on August 20, bringing the book's core questions to an international stage. Prof Asha Kanwar (Former President of the Commonwealth of Learning, Chair Professor at Beijing Normal University) is hosting the book launch. A Book Born of a Moment of Disorientation Generative AI has unsettled assumptions that have organized education for decades - about what counts as knowledge, how competence should be assessed, what a qualification signals, and what it even means to learn something. Every institution is now asking the same questions: What should we still teach? What should we...
Leveraging the Science of Learning for Effective and Sustainable Educational Ecosystems
APR 17, 2026
IASLE collaborates with pivotal global institutions—including the Regional Community of Practice on Science of Learning in the Asia-Pacific (AP-CoP@SoL), UNESCO Global Alliance on the Science of Learning for Education (UNGASOL), Brazilian Network of Science for Education with UNESCO Chair, and UNESCO Chair on AI in Education—to co-organize the webinar: "Leveraging the Science of Learning for Effective and Sustainable Educational Ecosystems". We cordially welcome researchers and educators, policy makers, curriculum and instructional designers, EdTech product managers and developers, school and institution leaders to join this critical dialogue! Date: April 30, 2026; 14:00 PM CET (20:00 PM Beijing Time; 9:00 AM Brazil time) Zoom ID: 837 107 60139 Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83710760139 Password: 492439 1. Background Educational systems generally and the developed educational technologies particularly face a persistent gap since evidence-based practices often fail to scale or fade quickly due to the focus on...
Membership Evolved
NOV 11, 2025
The International Association for Smart Learning Environments (IASLE) is a think-tank for the researchers, educators and practitioners, who have interest in pushing the boundaries of current educational system to take it to next level through effective use of technology and innovations in pedagogy. Our reimagined membership framework cultivates a curated global scholar community. Members operationalize the vision by forging dynamic collaborations – discovering peers through intelligent profiles, initiating research partnerships via IASLE, and co-creating tangible smart learning outcomes. The membership now is open to anyone who is active (or willing to take part in activities) in supporting the mission of the Association. Members may freely access fellow members' public academic profiles (unless privacy settings restrict visibility). We actively encourage scholarly connections based on shared research interests, fostering innovation in smart learning through knowledge exchange and technical collaboration. Levels of membership TiersEligibilityValidation...
Global Scholars Converge in Finland: ICSLE 2025 Explores AI-Driven Pedagogical Transformation
OCT 23, 2025
The 9th International Conference on Smart Learning Environments (ICSLE 2025), co-hosted by the International Association for Smart Learning Environments (IASLE) and the University of Eastern Finland (UEF), successfully convened from October 16-17 in Joensuu, Finland. Under the theme "The Changing Landscapes of Smart Learning Environments: Pedagogy, AI, Collaborative Intelligence and Ethics," the event drew interdisciplinary pioneers to confront education’s tech-infused evolution. Opening Insights Prof. Markku Tukiainen, Head of the School of Computing at the University of Eastern Finland and ICSLE 2025 Co-Chair, initiated the conference with a welcome address. Prof. Markku Tukiainen Prof. Dejian Liu, Co-Dean of Beijing Normal University’s Smart Learning Institute and ICSLE 2025 Co-Chair, inaugurated proceedings by contextualizing the urgent focus on AI’s pedagogical impact: "Our theme emerges directly from our observation of field shifts." Dr. Dejian Liu University of Eastern Finland’s Vice Rector Prof. Laura Hirsto echoed this...
IASLE 2024 Presidential Address
DEC 12, 2024
At the December 2024 Executive Committee meeting of the International Association for Smart Learning Environments (IASLE), the association president, Dr. Dejian Liu, delivered the annual address through an AI-powered digital avatar. This innovative format demonstrates IASLE's technological integration capabilities and marks a new milestone in organizational digital transformation. Address Highlights 2024 Achievements Co-hosted ICSLE 2024 with strategic partner ALECSO Announced forthcoming annual publication Digital Transformation and Human-Computer Collaborative Education Launched IASLE-NetDragon joint research initiative Innovative Initiatives Enhanced AIGC webinar series featuring global experts Piloted academic outreach via TikTok platform 2025 Roadmap Adopted annual theme "Collaboration & Influence" Planned expansion of university-industry partnerships Strengthened social media strategy implementation Full Address Transcript Dear colleagues, In the vibrant year of 2024, we have witnessed the growth of our association. This October, we had the honor of joining hands with our esteemed partner ALECSO...
Dr. Sonsoles López-Pernas Receives the Inaugural IASLE Emerging Scholar Award
OCT 5, 2026
The International Association of Smart Learning Environments (IASLE) is delighted to announce that Dr. Sonsoles López-Pernas of the University of Eastern Finland has been selected as the recipient of the inaugural IASLE Emerging Scholar Award (2026). Established in 2026, the IASLE Emerging Scholar Award recognizes an outstanding early career researcher who has made significant contributions to the field of smart learning environments, demonstrated high-quality research outcomes, and actively engaged with the academic community. As the first edition of the award, this year's selection marks an important milestone in IASLE's efforts to celebrate and support emerging talent in the smart learning community. Dr. López-Pernas's research focuses on learning analytics and artificial intelligence in education, with influential work spanning precision education, the modeling of learning processes as complex systems, and technology-enhanced learning. Her publications and open-source contributions have had a wide-reaching impact
Call for Nominations: IASLE Emerging Scholar Award
AUG 26, 2026
The International Association of Smart Learning Environments (IASLE) is pleased to invite nominations for the inaugural IASLE Emerging Scholar Award. Established in 2026, this award is presented for the first time this year to recognize an outstanding early career researcher who has made significant contributions to the field of smart learning environments, demonstrated high-quality research outcomes, and actively engaged with the academic community. The award aims to foster excellence in early career scholarship and to celebrate emerging talent in the smart learning community. The inaugural award ceremony will take place at the International Conference on Smart Learning Environments (ICSLE 2026), to be held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, on October 19–20, 2026. Qualification Nominees must: • Be an active IASLE member at the time of nomination and during ICSLE 2026 when receiving the award. IASLE membership is currently free and can be
Call for Papers – ICSLE 2026
APR 13, 2026
The 10th International Conference on Smart Learning Environments (ICSLE 2026) aims to bring together researchers, practitioners, and policy makers to discuss how the rapid evolution and changing landscape of learning environment is shaping learning and teaching, and how to develop effective educational ecosystems that could contribute to improvement in learning experiences and outcomes. Tashkent, Uzbekistan, October 19 – 20 Paper submission deadline: July 01st,2026 July 17th,2026 Submission link: https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=icsle2026 Call for Papers – ICSLE 2026 “The Design and Development of Future Learning Environments” The International Conference on Smart Learning Environments (ICSLE 2026) aims to bring together researchers, practitioners, and policy makers to discuss how the rapid evolution and changing landscape of learning environment is shaping learning and teaching, and how to develop effective educational ecosystems that could contribute to improvement in learning experiences and outcomes. Various components of this interplay
IASLE Ushers in New Leadership at 2025 Annual General Meeting
DEC 15, 2025
The International Association for Smart Learning Environments (IASLE) marked a significant milestone with its 2025 Annual General Meeting held virtually on December 8, hosted by Executive Director Dr. Kinshuk. The session brought together global members to review progress and formalize new leadership appointments. 2025 AGM hosted by Executive Director Dr. Kinshuk Dr. Kinshuk opened the meeting with welcoming remarks before presenting a comprehensive financial update. The subsequent progress report featured an innovative AI-generated digital avatar address by Immediate Past President Dr. Dejian Liu. His presentation highlighted three key achievements — The successfulness of ICSLE 2025, significant advancements in the IASLE-NetDragon Collaborative Project, and strategic growth in social media engagement. Progress report by Dr. Dejian Liu New IASLE Leadership Election A pivotal moment came with the election of the 2026-2028 Executive Board. Members ratified Dr. Ahmed Tlili as incoming President, with Dr. Nian-Shing Chen and
CALL FOR CHAPTERS
SEP 28, 2025
On-Demand Learning in a Changing World: Philosophical, Technological, and Practical Perspectives on Workforce and Vocational Education (Open Access publication via Springer) Editor(s): Dejian Liu, Paul Prinsloo, Asha Kanwar, Usama Kalim, Yifan Zhang For comprehensive background, scope, and suggested topics, access the complete concept note: http://iasle.net/concept-note/ or kindly download On-Demand Learning in a Changing World-Concept Note All proposals must follow the guidelines found on http://iasle.net/proposal-submission-guidelines/ All papers must be submitted via the EasyChair: https://easychair.org/my/conference?conf=ondemandlearninginac0 Background The world is experiencing unprecedented transformation in how knowledge is produced, shared, and legitimized. On-Demand Learning has emerged as a critical paradigm—moving beyond convenience to fundamentally reorganize relationships between knowledge, learners, and work. This shift responds to rapidly changing workplaces, accelerated technological innovation (including GenAI), and demands for flexible, modular, skill-aligned pathways. Why This Book Now? Global education systems face unprecedented pressure from AI, automation, and shifting labor markets,
Selected Teams for IASLE-NetDragon Collaborative Research Project
AUG 15, 2025
The International Association of Smart Learning Environments (IASLE), in collaboration with NetDragon Websoft, is pleased to announce the selection of three outstanding teams for our collaborative research project focused on advancing smart learning environments. Project Overview As we navigate an era where intelligent technologies like Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) are rapidly transforming society, the educational landscape must evolve accordingly. This project aims to explore innovative approaches to education by: On-Demand Learning and Smart Learning: Investigating the conceptual frameworks and practical implementations of on-demand learning, particularly how it integrates with smart learning environments to personalize and enhance the learning experience. AIGC Applications in Education: Evaluating the potential of Artificial Intelligence Generated Content in educational settings, including its uses in teaching, assessment, and the creation of learning resources. Selected Teams After a thorough selection process, we are excited