Celebrating women in tech through the Bett Asia EdTech 10 list
The Bett Asia EdTech 10 list is making a grand return for 2024! As we dive into the nominations for this year’s list, we caught up with previous winner, Sarinah Ziziumiza to explore the significance of empowering women in tech throughout Southeast Asia. As the Head of the Centre of Technology Enhancement Learning at the Institute of Brunei Technical Education, Sarinah’s journey reflects her commitment to drive change, empower learners and advance immersive technologies - making her a perfect winner for the EdTech 10 list!
"In my experience as an educational technologist, I have seen firsthand how diversity in perspectives can lead to innovative solutions and advancements. Women bring unique viewpoints and problem-solving approaches that enrich the STEM fields." — Sarinah Ziziumiza, Educational Technologist
Encouraging women and girls in Southeast Asia to pursue STEM careers is vital, not just for the individuals but for the entire region. By fostering an inclusive environment where girls are encouraged to explore and excel, we can promote gender equality and address critical skill shortages, which fuels economic growth and development. Seeing women succeed in STEM can inspire future generations, providing them with role models who show that great achievements in these fields are possible.
The impact of the EdTech 10 list
The Bett Asia EdTech 10 list celebrates the achievements of women integrating tech within education, supporting their future endeavours in the industry. Sarinah Ziziumiza shared how being on the list has benefited her professionally:
"This recognition has significantly boosted my credibility and validated the years of hard work and dedication I have poured into educational technology. It has opened numerous doors for networking with other top professionals in the field, leading to fruitful collaborations and partnerships that have furthered my career."
Beyond professional perks, many winners have shared the personal impact of this recognition. Being acknowledged for their hard work and dedication has opened up opportunities for speaking engagements and advisory roles, allowing them to share their knowledge and experiences, contributing further to the EdTech community’s growth and development.
Inspiring Girls to Consider a Career in Technology
One impactful action a teacher can take is to organise hands-on learning from organisations such as Tech She Can. On a mission to make women equal contributors in the creation and development of new technology, businesses, products and services that shape our world, the charity works to ensure that technology benefits everyone. Educating and inspiring the next generation of technologists is a core objective for Tech She Can. Through their Tech We Can programme, they offer free learning materials and experiences to inspire all children, especially girls, to consider a future career in technology.
"My role at Tech She Can is to lead our team of educators who design and deliver educational resources and experiences to inspire the next generation. I joined the charity just after its inception and am incredibly proud to have played a pivotal part in helping our reach and impact grow across the UK and beyond. We have now directly reached over 120,000 children and indirectly, 400,000+ children have accessed our resources in classrooms or at home with their teachers and parents."
— Becky Patel, Head of Education and Learning at Tech She Can
Live Lesson - Sustainable Transport Live Lesson with Tech She Can
In celebration of the Bett Asia EdTech 10 List, we’ll be co-hosting a Live Lesson with Tech She Can on Tech for Sustainable Transport. We’re welcoming teachers and their classrooms to join us on June 6 at 2pm MST (7am BST) for an interactive session where students can learn about technology with real world examples.
Students will be guided by Tech She Can’s Educational Partnerships and Experiences Lead (and experienced primary school teacher), Rachael, on the importance of sustainable transport. The content of this session is suitable for ages 8 to 14. Taking part is easy, simply register here. Then, all you need to do is join the Teams link when the lesson is scheduled to begin, ensure your students are at a table with a pen and paper, and let Tech She Can and Bett Asia take it away.
Celebrating women in EdTech
In case you missed it, the Bett Asia EdTech 10 list shines a spotlight on the remarkable women who are integrating tech within education, celebrating their triumphs and backing their endeavours beyond the show. Following nominations from peers, those who make the list will be honoured at Bett Asia 2024, set to take place on 2-3 October 2024 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Join us in celebrating the incredible achievements of women in EdTech and be part of the movement to empower the next generation of female technologists. The Bett Asia EdTech 10 List is not just an accolade but a catalyst for change, inspiring future leaders in technology and education. We hope to see you at the Live Lesson next week and at Bett Asia 2024 as we honour the incredible women live on stage during the event. You can register to attend Bett Asia 2024 in a few simple steps, get your ticket today.
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