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Future Education 2026 Speakers Prof. Daniel Burgos

Keynote Speaker

Prof. Daniel Burgos

The UNESCO Chair on eLearning, President of MIU City University Miami (USA) and as Vice-rector for International Research, Universidad Internacional de La Rioja (UNIR, Spain)

Speech Title:- “Artificial Intelligence & Education. Integration with Society and Sustainability models”

Daniel Burgos works as President of MIU City University Miami (USA) and as Vice-rector for International Research, Universidad Internacional de La Rioja (UNIR, Spain). He is the UNESCO Chair on eLearning, and the Director of the Research Institute for Innovation & Technology in Education (UNIR iTED). He has implemented +85 worldwide R&D projects and published +270 scientific papers, 60 books and special issues, and 12 patents. He holds 14 Doctorate and PhD degrees, including Computer Science, Psychology, and Education. He is a visiting professor at universities in the five continents (e.g., CIT Research Center, China; INTI International University, Malaysia; Northwest University, South Africa).  He works as a consultant for the United Nations (UNECE), the University of the United Nations (UNU-Flores), ICESCO, and the European Commission. His interests are mainly focused on Educational Technology & Innovation, Personalised and Informal eLearning, Learning Analytics & AI in Education, Open Education & Science, eGames, and eLearning Specifications. ORCID: 0000-0003-0498-1101.

Speakers Future Education 2026

Plenary Speaker

Prof. Dr. Ni Putu Tirka Widanti

Rector,
Universitas Ngurah Rai,
Bali Indonesia

Speech Title:- "Regenerative Education Impact Society"

She is the esteemed Rector of Universitas Ngurah Rai, in Bali and serves as President of the Kul-Kul Foundation at Green School Bali. With expertise spanning education, public administration, community service, and hospitality, she has made significant contributions to academia as a researcher, lecturer, and chair of the Public Administration Postgraduate Program at Universitas Ngurah Rai. Her extensive academic background includes a doctoral degree in Public Administration from Seventeen August University and multiple postgraduate degrees from institutions in Indonesia and the UK. Widely published, her works focus on public services, women’s empowerment, education, Balinese culture, and tourism. Beyond academia, she has experience in the hospitality industry and international education, having worked with renowned hotels and resorts, which sharpened her commitment to providing outstanding service and inspiring students.
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Plenary Speaker

Dr. Tran Minh Tung

Director FSB Danang
FPT School of Business and Technology (FSB)

Speech Title:- "Examining the Effects of Employing GenAI on University Students"

Dr. Tran Minh Tung gains (his 1st Doctoral Degree) a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA Degree) in Marketing Management from University of Technology and Management (UITM), Poland and a Master of Science in Business Information Systems from Heilbronn University, German. He is currently Director FSB Danang – FPT School of Business and Technology (FSB) – FPT University cum Media and Business Lecturer. He has over 18 years of work experience and over 12 years in teaching and sharing at both over 40 Enterprises and over 22 Higher Educational Institutions in Vietnam. His research interests are in Social Media, PR, Marketing, Marketing in Higher Education, Innovation Teaching Methodology, Data Driven Marketing, Information Systems, Standards Based Curriculum, Experience Learning and Gamification in Education. Recently, he has completed and obtained (his 2nd and 3rd Doctoral Degree) EdD – Professional Doctorate in Educational Administration & Leadership and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Media and Communication from European International University, EIU-Paris, France, in 2023 which can assist him in his personal development plan (PDP) and professional career in current role in leading and administrating international higher education as well as teaching Media and Business.
Future Education 2026 Speakers

Plenary Speaker

Dr. Sumit Kumar Gupta

Dean (Academic) & Professor, Department of Computer Science & Technology at Jayoti Vidyapeeth Women’s University (JVWU), Jaipur

Speech Title:- "Future-Focused Education: Achieving Excellence Through Innovative and Purposeful Technology Integration"

Dr. Sumit Kumar Gupta is a pioneering academic and researcher whose work bridges Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and educational innovation. With over 21 years of experience, he has advanced the integration of AI-powered learning tools, hybrid learning ecosystems, and competency-based curriculum design, all central to reimagining future-ready education.

As Dean (Academic) at Jayoti Vidyapeeth Women’s University, Jaipur, Dr. Gupta has published extensively, delivered keynote speeches worldwide, and mentored doctoral research in technology-driven learning. His recognition includes the World Top Scientist Award 2024, 40 registered patents in emerging technologies, and his role as a NAAC Assessor for the Government of India, ensuring quality in higher education.