Welcome Message

On behalf of the Local Organizing Committee of 2026 EASE conference, it is our pleasure to welcome you all to the International Conference on “STEAM Education in the Age of Artificial Intelligence”. STEAM education plays a crucial role in shaping a sustainable future for our world. By bringing together leading experts, early-career researchers, and passionate educators from East Asia societies, we aim to foster interdisciplinary dialogue, share best practices, and explore innovative approaches to STEAM education that can positively impact the lives of students and communities.

In recent years, East Asia societies have witnessed a new wave of STEAM curriculum reforms, as educators and policymakers work to address the challenges of the increasingly uncertain 21st century. As a prominent event in the field of STEAM education research for East Asia learners, this conference aims to provide a platform for East Asia STEAM education scholars from around the world to share their insights and inform the current tide of STEAM education reform. Additionally, the academic community will have the opportunity to identify novel research questions and generate new theoretical frameworks by engaging with the perspectives of frontline STEAM education practitioners. 

Over the course of the three-day conference, we have curated an exciting and diverse lineup of events to inspire, challenge, and empower you. Our program features a series of captivating keynote addresses and invited speeches delivered by renowned experts, providing deep insights into the latest trends and innovations shaping the field of STEAM education. Complementing the keynotes and invited speeches, we have organized engaging panel discussions that will explore complex issues from multiple perspectives, as well as paper presentation sessions highlighting cutting-edge research. Additionally, teacher forums will offer hands-on opportunities for skill development and collaborative problem-solving. Throughout these sessions, you will engage in thought-provoking discussions, exchange ideas, and build lasting connections with your global peers.

I would like to express my sincere gratitude to EASE, the colleagues of Local Organizing Committee, the co-organizers, project staff of EDUHK, supportive student helpers, and all the participants for their dedication and contributions to this important event. I am confident that this conference will be a resounding success, and I look forward to the rich discussions and collaborative opportunities that will emerge.

Thank you all for being here, and we wish you a productive and enjoyable conference.

Sincerely, Prof. May May Hung Cheng, the Education University of Hong Kong