Driving real impact with AI: Teacher readiness, effective integration and student outcomes

AI adoption in education is accelerating, but impact depends on how it is used. This panel explores how schools in Southeast Asia can move from experimentation to measurable outcomes, focusing on teacher readiness, student-centred pedagogy and device access. Futuresource data shows that trained teachers are twice as likely to report positive results, underlining the critical role of professional development. 

Combining practitioner perspectives with evidence-based insights, the discussion will examine how AI can enhance, not replace, effective teaching practice. Panellists will highlight practical strategies for integrating AI equitably, while addressing the need for aligned investment in training, infrastructure and policy. 

The session will also explore the implications for both education systems and solution providers, from enabling equitable access to demonstrating real learning impact. Attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of how to translate AI adoption into improved teaching quality and tangible student outcomes.