2025 Highlights

Edutropism 26 – FAQ

1. What is Edutropism 26 about?

Edutropism 26: Blueprint for Purpose is an education conference built around one central question:
What is my role in shaping education — and what does that look like in practice?

It brings together educators, leaders, and changemakers to rethink the purpose of education and its role in shaping individuals, communities, and the nation. 

More importantly, it goes beyond ideas.
You will leave with practical strategies you can apply immediately, through workshops you choose based on your context and needs.

2. Who is this conference for?

• Teachers at all stages — from trainees to experienced practitioners

• School leaders and those stepping into leadership roles

• Education professionals across public, private, and international schools

3. What makes this conference different?

This is not a theory-heavy or purely inspirational event.

• Keynotes that provide clear, big-picture thinking on the purpose of education

• Workshops led by practitioners, focused on strategies you can apply immediately

• A curated, collaboration-driven learning space that builds a genuine community of educators

• An intentionally designed experience that integrates AI, technology, and engagement strategies

Ultimately, you leave with greater clarity on your journey — and what you will do differently next.

4. What will I gain from attending?

You will walk away with:

• Clearer understanding of your role and purpose as an educator

• Practical strategies for teaching, assessment, and student development

• Insights into AI, future skills, and evolving classroom realities

• Meaningful connections with educators across different systems

5. What topics will be covered?

We believe that every educator grows across three dimensions. Edutropism 26 will cover a range of topics withn these sections:

• Content- What we teach
  Designing learning through curriculum, pedagogy, and assessment

• Character- Who we develop
  Shaping identity, wellbeing, behaviour, and relationships

• Competencies- What we can do
  Building real-world skills, application, and future readiness

These are not roles but areas of growth. And you can choose to grow in any of these tracks.

6. What does the programme look like?

The conference includes:

• Keynote sessions

• Panel discussions

• 3 rounds of practical workshops

Workshops are designed to be relevant and applicable across contexts.

7. What kind of workshops can I expect?

Workshops at Edutropism are organised around the 3 Cs, so you can choose where you want to grow.

Content — Designing learning

• Subject-specific teaching strategies -EAL, Bilingual, Classroom management

• Pedagogy that works - Assessments and feedback

• AI and technology in the classroom

Character — Developing people

• Student development and wellbeing

• Building positive culture and relationships

• Supporting identity, behaviour, and growth

Competencies — Building capability

• Leadership and school systems - talent development pipelines

• Critical thinking and problem solving- entrepreneurship

• University pathways and future-ready skills

Choose your starting point. Explore across all three.

8. Who are the speakers?

We are still confirming the final speakers line up. At the moment, the featured speakers incwho have confimed, include:

• Dato Seri Idris Jala - CEO of PEMANDU Associates and renowned transformation leader, former minister and corporate turnaround expert driving national and organisational change.

• Leon Jala - Vice Chairman of PEMANDU Associates and leadership practitioner, specialising in strategy, communication, and organisational development.

• Dr Goh Chee Leong – Group Co-CEO of HELP Education Group and psychologist, leading higher education, school development, and student growth.

• Ms Eeva Chang – Award-winning system architect of thinking and language, with over 25 years in education and training.

More keynote speakers and panelists from education, industry, and leadership will be announced.

9. How is this connected to the Malaysian education direction?

The conference is inspired by the broader direction of the Malaysian education landscape, but goes further by challenging educators to move beyond systems and take ownership of their role in nation-building.

10. Why should I attend?

Because education doesn’t need more activity—
it needs clarity, alignment, and real change.

• Clarity of purpose transforms how you design learning

• Alignment across people and systems changes how schools function

• The future demands more than incremental improvement

At Edutropism, you don’t just gain ideas—
you gain direction, connection, and the ability to act.

11. Is this suitable for my context (public/private/international)?

Yes. The conference is designed to be cross-context, with practical insights that can be adapted to different school environments.

12. How do I join?

Scan the QR code or follow the registration link provided on the event poster to secure your place.