Türkiye Hosts Global Education Summit on AI and Future-Proofing Learning
Türkiye will host the 7th Türkiye Educational Technologies Summit & Expo (TETZ 2026) in Istanbul from June 26-28, 2026. Education Ministers from 20 countries across Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Middle East will meet with industry leaders, policymakers, and educators to set practical directions for AI in learning.
The goal is clear: build education systems that keep human critical-thinking at the center while using AI to improve outcomes at scale. The event positions Türkiye as a regional hub for collaboration serving a learning population of approximately 500 million.
What will be decided at TETZ 2026
Participants will work through the policies and classroom realities that matter right now. The agenda focuses on decisions school systems can act on in the next 6-18 months.
- Integrating AI into national education policies
- Determining the appropriate level of AI in curricula by grade and subject
- Embedding AI into existing modules and assessments
- Strategies for remote and hybrid learning models
Mustafa Canlı, Director General for Innovation and Educational Technologies at the Ministry of National Education, said the age of artificial intelligence demands a fundamental reset in how we approach learning. "Türkiye is not waiting for the future; it is actively shaping it," he noted. "We position AI not as a tool of competition, but as an instrument of cognitive partnership."
Why this matters for school leaders
Türkiye will present a strategic framework that places AI at the core of national education policy, with an emphasis on personalized and data-informed learning. This is built on a sizable foundation: 650,000 digitally equipped classrooms, one of the world's largest edtech ecosystems, 18 million students, and nearly 1.2 million teachers.
For system leaders and principals, the summit offers clear guidance on procurement, curriculum updates, teacher development, and governance. Expect concrete models for rollout, not just vision statements.
Practical steps you can start before June 2026
- Audit where AI can reduce teacher workload (lesson planning, feedback, formative assessment) without eroding judgment.
- Define AI use policies for students and staff, including acceptable tools, privacy, and academic integrity.
- Pilot AI-supported modules in one subject per grade band; set success metrics (learning gains, time saved).
- Invest in teacher training that combines pedagogy, prompt literacy, and data ethics.
- Set up data safeguards and parental communication protocols for AI use.
- Strengthen your hybrid-learning infrastructure and content standards so AI tools slot in cleanly.
Who should attend
Ministers, district leaders, curriculum directors, edtech teams, and teacher educators who need policy clarity, implementation roadmaps, and vetted partners. Last year's event hosted 100+ international participants across 50+ sessions, signaling strong momentum for cross-border collaboration.
For deeper context
If you are benchmarking policy, compare outcomes against international guidance and national pilots. Two starting points:
Resources for curriculum and PD planning
If you're building staff development around AI literacy and classroom use, explore structured course paths by role.
Event details and participation
TETZ 2026 will serve as a platform for governments, technology companies, investors, and VC networks to align on AI-supported education and workforce readiness. Educators and decision-makers are invited to attend and contribute.
Dates: June 26-28, 2026
Location: Istanbul, Türkiye
For details and registration, visit tetz.org.tr.
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