Ary Yulistiana

Educator SMK Negeri 9 Surakarta

Ary Yulistiana is an experienced educator and EdTech advocate with almost two decades of dedication to advancing education through innovation and meaningful use of technology. She has been nationally recognised with the Medal of Honour, Satyalancana Pendidikan for Distinguished Teacher, from the President of Indonesia and awarded a Gold Medal at the National Teacher Olympiad for her dedication to transformative teaching.
 
As the author of more than 30 publications, she explores the evolving role of teachers amid rapid technological change while reflecting on her own global experiences. Firmly rooted in classroom practice, she has also facilitated numerous professional development initiatives that equip educators with skills in digital literacy, creative pedagogy, and curriculum design. Beyond institutional programs, she serves as a trainer for Teachers in remote and underserved regions through the Indonesia Teaching Fellowship, promoting educational equity and professional growth across diverse contexts.
 
Representing Indonesia as a Kahoot! Ambassador at Bett UK 2025, she showcased innovative, homegrown educational strategies on a global platform. Currently, she also serves on the Bett Asia Advisory Board, contributing to shaping the future of education in the region. She further enhanced her expertise in 21st-century education by completing a Short Course on Pedagogical Skill - Applied Teaching Methodology at the University of Queensland, Australia.