Meet Us Online at the MDPI International Day of Education Webinar—Session 2, 24 January 2025
In celebration of the International Day of Education, which is celebrated on 24 January 2025, MDPI is delighted to announce a special webinar dedicated to fostering dialogue and collaboration among researchers, educators, and students. This event will explore inclusive, equitable, and innovative education strategies to ensure lifelong learning opportunities for all.
This webinar aims to connect members of the international open access community, encouraging them to share research findings, insights, and best practices. Together, we can contribute to building a more inclusive and sustainable future.
We warmly invite you to join us at the MDPI International Day of Education Webinar 2025. Let us come together to shape the future of education!
Title: MDPI International Day of Education Webinar 2025 | Session 2
Date: 24 January 2025
Time: 3:00 p.m.–4:55 p.m. (CET) | 9:00 a.m.–10:55 a.m. (EST)
This is a free webinar. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information on how to join the webinar. Registrations with academic institutional email addresses will be prioritized.
Unable to attend? Register anyway and we will let you know when the recording is available to watch.
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Program:
| Speaker/Presentation | Time in CET | Time in EST |
| Introduction | 3:00–3:10 p.m. | 9:00–9:10 a.m. |
| Dr. Heng Luo “Improving blended learning through effective online discussion design: group size, role assignment, and timing” |
3:10–3:30 p.m. | 9:10–9:30 a.m. |
| Dr. Garry Hornby “School-wide support for students with gifts and talents” |
3:30–3:50 p.m. | 9:30–9:50 a.m. |
| Prof. Dr. V. Scott. H. Solberg “Social and emotional learning as foundation for future readiness” |
3:50–4:10 p.m. | 9:50–10:10 a.m. |
| Prof. Dr. Jerrell Cassady “Building systemic solutions to support learners with academic anxieties” |
4:10–4:30 p.m. | 10:10–10:30 a.m. |
| Q&A Session | 4:30–4:50 p.m. | 10:30–10:50 a.m. |
| Closing of Webinar | 4:50–4:55 p.m. | 10:50–10:55 a.m. |
Relevant Special Issues:
MTI
“Innovative Theories and Practices for Designing and Evaluating Inclusive Educational Technology and Online Learning”
Guest Editor: Dr. Julius Nganji
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 April 2025
Sustainability
“Sustainability in Higher Education: Curriculum Design and Materials Development”
Guest Editor: Prof. Dr. Ajda Fošner
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 2 April 2025
Societies
“Sustainability Education Across the Lifespan”
Guest Editors: Prof. Dr. Naomi T. Krogman and Prof. Dr. Susan A. O’Neill
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 May 2025
Social Sciences
“Gender Equity in K-12 Education, Academia and Higher Education: A Global Perspective”
Guest Editor: Prof. Dr. James Etim
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 April 2025
Education Sciences
“Agency in Teaching and Learning with Digital Technology: Opportunities and Challenges”
Guest Editors: Prof. Dr. Irina Engeness and Prof. Dr. Siv M. Gamlem
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 June 2025
Journal of Intelligence
“Cognitive, Emotional, and Social Skills in Students”
Guest Editors: Dr. Cristian A. Rojas Barahona, Dr. Cristina Rodríguez and Prof. Dr. Roberto A. Ferreira
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 March 2025
IME
“Health Professions Education Advancements and Innovations—International Perspectives”
Guest Editors: Dr. Douglas McHugh and Dr. Anthony Payne
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 26 January 2026
Topics:
“Explainable AI in Education”
Topic Editors: Dr. Guanfeng Liu, Dr. Karina Luzia, Dr. Luke Bozzetto, Dr. Tommy Yuan and Prof. Dr. Pengpeng Zhao
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 June 2025
“Generative Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education”
Topic Editors: Dr. Xin Zhao, Prof. Dr. Minna Rollins and Dr. Marco Carratù
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 December 2025