Shirley Agrupis

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Dr. Shirley Agrupis is the Chairperson of the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) in the Philippines, appointed in May 2025. A multi-awarded academician and researcher, she previously served as the president of Mariano Marcos State University (MMSU). Her expertise lies in plant-based innovations and renewable energy, and she is known for spearheading the National Bioenergy Research and Innovation Center at MMSU. Dr. Agrupis also leads the UniFAST Board, overseeing the implementation of the free higher education law.

Naranbayar Purevsuren

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H.E. Naranbayar Purevsuren serves as the Minister of Education and Member of Parliament of Mongolia. Appointed in July 2024, he leads major national reforms to improve education quality and equity, strengthen teacher development, advance competency-based curriculum reform, and accelerate digital transformation. He holds a Ph.D. in International Studies from the National University of Mongolia and Masters of Arts in Law from Kyoto University of Japan. Prior to his appointment as the Minister, he held key leadership roles in public service and local governance.

[Video] Smarter, Faster, Adaptable: How AI and Humans Can Transform the Future of Learning

This is a session from the 11th ADB International Education and Skills Forum titled Smarter, Faster, Adaptable: How AI and Humans Can Transform the Future of Learning. It explores how artificial intelligence and human capabilities can work together to improve education systems and learning outcomes, focusing on adaptability and the future of learning.

[Video] Micro-credentials: Building Trust in a Digital Era

As digital credentials, AI verification, and blockchain-based systems grow, trust and recognition in education are being redefined. This session explores how secure, interoperable systems can validate learning outcomes, skills, and competencies globally. Experts share approaches to ensure credibility, data privacy, and portability across borders and industries, showcasing the benefits for learners and job seekers.

[Video] Opening Doors for All Learners: Highlighting the International Day of Persons with Disabilities

This video from the 11th ADB International Education and Skills Forum showcases a session about practical strategies to strengthen education systems in Asia and the Pacific by building foundational skills, improving teacher support, and leveraging innovation to make learning more inclusive and effective for all learners.

[Video] Big Bold Ideas for the Future of Education: Scaling-up Quality, Inclusion, and Equity

This presentation is a spotlight session from the 11th ADB International Education and Skills Forum that focuses on key issues around scaling up quality, inclusion, and equity in education systems across Asia and the Pacific, bringing together ministers and experts to share approaches for improving learning outcomes and ensuring education systems are more responsive and equitable.

Rose Luckin

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Professor Rose Luckin is a leading expert on Artificial Intelligence in education. Founder and CEO of Educate Ventures Research and Professor Emerita at UCL, she advises governments and industry on ethical AI use. An award-winning author and speaker, she champions technology that enhances learning and equity worldwide.

Experience of Designing and Implementing the National Vocational Qualifications Framework of Sri Lanka

The development of TVET through individual training organizations in the absence of national level planning resulted in variety of courses with no uniformity across institutions and they often lacked the competencies expected by the industry. The emergence of free market economy and the growth of private sector industry necessitated competent workforce to serve in modern technological environments and hence the government decided in 1997 to embark on a major TVET reform.

Partnership with the Stakeholders in Assuring Quality in Skills Development: Stories of the Hong Kong Council for Accreditation of Academic and Vocational Qualifications

This paper is based on a self reflection of the Vocational Accreditation Division of the
HKCAAVQ (VAD-HKCAAVQ) through three stories – engaging the stakeholders, gateopening,
and networking with industries – that would hopefully shed light on working
towards broad consensus on what models of quality assurance to use in accrediting vocational
qualifications.