19th ASEF Classroom Network

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ASEFClassNet: A Collaborative Community for Teachers in Asia and Europe

Imagine a teacher training programme that goes beyond improving pedagogical skills. It fosters innovation, collaboration and co-creation among educators. That is exactly what the ASEFClassNet Project is about!

For over two decades, the ASEF Classroom Network (ASEFClassNet) has connected teachers at the secondary, high, and vocational school levels across Asia and Europe, providing them with opportunities to experiment, share ideas, and develop creative solutions to common educational challenges. More than 3,000 teachers have taken part in its activities, impacting over 40,000 students through 430 collaborative projects, local spin-off initiatives and since 2022, over 140 Innovative Teaching Practices.

Learn more about the Project series here.

ASEFClassNet19 Topic: Future-Ready Teaching: Human Agency in the Age of AI

Building on the foundations of ASEFClassNet18’s theme on “Effective, Inclusive, and Ethical Artificial Intelligence in Education (AIED) Design”, the 19th edition advances the conversation further. Titled “Future-Ready Teaching: Human Agency in the Age of AI”, ASEFClassNet19 will explore five distinct yet interconnected elements of Human Agency to empower teachers to integrate AI in ways that are future-ready, human-centred, and ethically grounded in their teaching practices:

n this programme, we will discuss the following aspects of Human Agency:

Intentional Use of AI: How can teachers make purposeful decisions about when and why to use AI in their classroom? How do they ensure that their teaching goals – not technology – guide instructional choices? When to use AI, and when is it better not to?
Professional Autonomy and Judgement: How can teachers stay in control of curriculum, assessment, and classroom decisions in an AI-supported environment? In what ways can AI support pedagogy and where might it limit it?
Adaptability and Critical Engagement: How can teachers adapt their teaching as AI tools continue to evolve? How do they critically evaluate AI-generated content? How can teachers help students build problem-solving and critical-thinking skills without becoming dependent on AI?
Digital Wellbeing & Learner Empowerment: How can teachers help students use AI responsibly and confidently? How does one teach students to question, verify, and interpret AI-generated information? How can AI support learning while keeping students active, independent, and responsible?
Inclusion, Accountability & Ethical Awareness: How can we protect student data and privacy when using AI tools? How to identify and address bias or unfairness in AI systems? What is teachers’ responsibility when AI influences assessment or learning outcomes? How can teachers ensure that AI benefits all learners, not just some?

Participants

This project is designed for teachers, school leaders and any educators at the secondary, vocational, or high school level, citizens of and based in one of the following eligible Asia and European countries:

Asia: Australia, Bangladesh, Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, China, India, Indonesia, Japan, Kazakhstan, Korea, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Mongolia, Myanmar, New Zealand, Pakistan, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Viet Nam.
Europe: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom.

Programme Design

The programme of the ASEFClassNet19 consists of 4 stages:

Self-Learning (14 April - 14 May 2026, 6 weeks, twice a week)

At the start of the programme, participants will learn from and interact with experts on key thematic and pedagogical areas related to future-ready teaching and human agency in the age of AI. Through expert inputs, guided discussions, and self-reflective exercises, participants will deepen their understanding of how AI influences teaching, learning, and professional decision-making in secondary and vocational education contexts.

This stage includes the following sessions delivered in the format of webinars, interactive workshops, and live demonstrations of AI-enabled education tools

Team Learning (19 May – 18 June 2026, 5 weeks)

Participants will be teamed up (three team members and 1 Mentor) to work together on designing an ASEFClassNet Innovative Teaching Practice (ITP) by using an AI tool of their choice.

During this phase, participants collaborate with Mentors, who are ASEFClassNet alumni, including experienced teachers and experts.

ITP Team Building: Participants will be teamed up in teams of three participants and one mentor, to jointly agree on and develop an Innovative Teaching Practice (ITP). Activities at this stage will help team members to build effective, collaborative relationships with the support of their mentors. Teams will engage in ideation and start developing potential concepts their ITP project. As they engage in meaningful discussions and collaborative exercises, they will learn how to work together effectively, drawing on each other’s strengths. This team-building phase is essential for ensuring that both participants are aligned on their vision, approach, and responsibilities throughout the development of their Innovative Teaching Practice (ITP).
ITP Design: The teams start developing their Innovative Teaching Practice (ITP). Teams will focus on creating a lesson plan that integrates AI-enabled tools and leads towards specific learning outcomes for their students. They will consider factors such as effectiveness, inclusivity, and ethics. This process will involve research, critical thinking, and iteration to ensure that the ITP is practical, innovative, and aligns with best practices in the field.

Virtual Action Learning (Any time between July - September 2026)

Building on the self-learning and team-learning stages, participants will consolidate their knowledge and pedagogical competencies by translating ideas into practice. During this phase, participants will implement their designed Innovative Teaching Practice (ITP) in their own classrooms or schools, with structured support and guidance from assigned Mentors.

On-site Conference (21-25 September 2026, Innsbruck, Austria)

A 4.5-day long on-site conference hosted by the University College of Teacher Education Tyrol will bring the best performing ITP teams of ASEFClassNet19 together. Participants will be invited based on their contribution and proposed ITP in the online phase, to showcase and further develop their ideas during the onsite conference. All in all, participants will:

showcase and exchange Innovative Teaching Practices
reflect on implementation experiences and lessons learned
engage with experts and peers on future trends in education
further develop ITPs into reusable learning resources (e.g., lesson plans / OER-ready formats)

What Participating Teachers Will Achieve?

Create a high-quality Innovative Teaching Practice (ITPs) with peers and present their work at an international conference.
Learn through discussions, peer learning, and cross-cultural cooperation between Asia and Europe.
Increase their confidence, collaboration, and leadership skills that extend beyond the classroom.
Connection with teachers and experts from 50 countries across Asia and Europe, enhancing collaboration, network and exposure.
Receive support and inspiration from fellow teachers through shared resources and experiences – creating a ripple effect within and beyond the programme.