The Institute of Education, University of Ibadan, invites scholars, researchers, policymakers, practitioners, students and other education stakeholders to its 9th International Conference.
Theme: Evolution, Revolution and Innovation in Education: Leveraging AI for Quality, Inclusion, Ethics and Assessment in the 21st Century
The conference provides a multidisciplinary platform for examining how Artificial Intelligence and related educational innovations are reshaping teaching, learning, assessment, inclusion, educational governance, and international collaboration.
Date: Monday, 19 October – Thursday, 22 October 2026
Venue: Institute of Education, University of Ibadan, Ajibode Extension, Sasa Road, beside the Distance Learning Centre.
Keynote and Lead Paper
Keynote Speaker: Professor E. A. Akinade
Keynote Paper: Evolutionary Trends and Impactfulness of AI in Education in Nigeria
Lead Paper Presenter: Professor Serifat Aboaba, Director, Centre for Entrepreneurship and Innovation, University of Ibadan.
Conference Sub-Themes
The conference welcomes contributions around four broad areas:
- AI Pedagogy and Assessment for Quality Learning
- Inclusion, Equity and Education for Empowerment
- Ethics, Governance and Innovation in Education Systems
- Role of AI in Globalisation of Education
Empirical studies, policy analyses, theoretical reflections and practice-based innovations are welcome.
Important Dates
Conference: 19–22 October 2026
Arrival: 18 October 2026
Departure: 23 October 2026
Abstract Submission
Abstracts should not exceed 250 words and may be submitted through the email addresses provided on the official conference flyer.
Workshops
- Back to the Basics: Exposing Participants to Quantitative Analytical Procedures
- Reviewing Literature with AI and Ethics
- Assessment of Soft Skills
- From Curriculum to Creativity: Transforming Ideas into Practice
Join us as we move from evolution to revolution, and from innovation to impact.

