IECEE – Connecting Digital Education, building a sustainable Education ecosystem
Connecting digital education brings together schools, businesses, experts, and investors to build a digital education ecosystem that drives innovation and digital transformation. IECEE 2026 creates opportunities to share experiences, connect with potential partners, and develop new models of collaboration within the digital education ecosystem.
Connecting digital Education requires a synchronous ecosystem
Digital transformation in education is not simply about bringing technology into the classroom or using an online learning platform. For technology to truly support learners, there needs to be strong connectivity between infrastructure, content, teaching staff, data, technology, and investment resources.
Within this ecosystem, each stakeholder plays a different role. Universities are responsible for educating the workforce, conducting research, and piloting new models. Technology companies provide solutions, platforms, and implementation capabilities. Educational organisations contribute professional expertise and networks of learners. Meanwhile, investors can provide the resources needed to turn promising ideas into scalable products and models.
When these resources are connected, digital education has stronger foundations to develop effectively and sustainably, rather than stopping at the mere adoption of technology.
The following outlines the specific roles of each stakeholder in connecting digital education:
Universities – the foundation of digital education innovation
Universities hold a vital role in the digital transformation of education. They serve as primary hubs for training human resources, conducting research, and piloting new teaching and learning methods.
Technologies such as AI, big data, virtual reality, and digital learning platforms are creating many changes in education. This also requires institutions to update their training programs and help faculty and students improve their digital skills.
Universities can also partner with enterprises to conduct research, test technology, and solve real-world problems. Through this, students can better apply their knowledge, while training programs become more closely aligned with the demands of the labor market.
Educational organizations and experts hold valuable experience for digital transformation
The development of digital education requires the participation of entities that have practical implementation experience and a clear understanding of the real needs of teachers and learners.
Educational organizations can contribute experience in curriculum development, teacher training, and the implementation of new learning models. Meanwhile, experts and researchers provide professional insights on AI, data, digital skills, and the challenges arising from applying technology to education.
These insights help digital education solutions become more aligned with reality, preventing the superficial use of technology and paving the way for sustainable, long-term implementation models.
Enterprises – A Crucial Link in Digital Education Connectivity
EdTech enterprises hold a vital role in bringing new solutions into education. Learning platforms, teaching support tools, classroom equipment, and management systems are being increasingly applied in practice.
Collaboration between enterprises and institutions helps integrate new technologies into the educational environment, providing students with opportunities to familiarize themselves with industry tools and real-world job requirements.
Through this, the gap between training and practical application is bridged, helping learners gain experience and prepare better before entering the labor market.
Investors – Strategic resources for digital Education connectivity
Educational innovation requires strong resources for research, testing, and breakthroughs. Within the digital education connectivity ecosystem, investors hold a pivotal role by providing not only capital, but also management expertise and valuable partner networks for EdTech startups.
Strong linkages among investors, universities, and enterprises serve as a launchpad, enabling educational technology initiatives to refine their products and successfully transition into practical application.
IECEE 2026 connecting digital Education
An educational ecosystem can only thrive when stakeholders have opportunities to meet, share, and collaborate. Co-organized by the Ministry of Education and Training of Vietnam, IECEE 2026 aims to serve as a bridge connecting universities, educational organizations, EdTech enterprises, experts, and domestic and international partners to discuss the future of education.
This connectivity creates favorable conditions for knowledge, technology, and resources to converge, opening up collaborative models that align with the demands of education in the digital age.
With a focus on fostering educational cooperation in the digital era, IECEE 2026 provides a platform for stakeholders to exchange perspectives, build network resources, and explore partnership opportunities. Through these efforts, the event contributes to expanding dialogue on digital education, educational technology, and workforce development, paving the way toward an innovative and sustainable educational ecosystem.
IECEE 2026 will take place on October 8-9, 2026, at the Grand Plaza Hotel Hanoi, bringing together educational institutions, enterprises, and international partners shaping the future of education.
Connecting knowledge – Connecting technology – Connecting people for a sustainable digital education ecosystem.