"Rethinking education through the lens of AI and other breakthrough
technologies"
We are thrilled to extend our warmest invitation to you for the 2025 edition
of the Open Conference on Computers in Education (OCCE 2025), set to take
place in the vibrant city of Rabat, Morocco, from 28th to 31st of October
2025. This conference of the IFIP TC3 committee will bring together the
different actors with an interest in the impact of digitalization on
education for an in-person gathering at the International University of
Rabat. The theme of this edition will be “Rethinking education through the
lens of AI and other breakthrough technologies”.
Message from the Conference Chair
Professor Therese Keane, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Australia :
"It is with great enthusiasm and pleasure that we invite you to the
Open Conference on Computers in Education (OCCE 2025) in Rabat
Morocco, a unique gathering dedicated to exploring how AI and other
breakthrough technologies are reshaping the educational landscape.
The conference theme, “Rethinking Education through the Lens of AI
and Other Breakthrough Technologies,” reflects our commitment to
fostering conversations that will drive transformative change in
education.
As we stand at the forefront of an era defined by rapid technological
advancements, OCCE 25 provides an opportunity for educators,
researchers, policymakers, and industry leaders from around the world
to come together, share insights, and collaboratively envision the
future of learning. Whether you are passionate about innovative
classroom practices, interested in the ethical implications of AI in
education, or exploring ways to prepare students for an increasingly
digital world, this conference offers something for everyone.
Throughout the conference, you can expect a vibrant lineup of keynote
sessions, thought-provoking symposiums, and networking opportunities
designed to connect you with peers who share your passion for
educational innovation."
We encourage you to engage deeply, ask questions, and think critically
about how we can harness these new technologies to foster inclusive,
effective, and inspiring learning environments.
Join us as we rethink and reimagine what is possible in education.
Together, let’s lay the groundwork for a future where technology serves as
a bridge to equity, creativity, and lifelong learning for all.
On behalf of the International Program Committee, we look forward to
welcoming you to OCCE in Morocco and to an inspiring exchange of ideas
that will shape the future of education ."
Prof Don Passey, Chair of IFIP TC3, Vice-chair of IFIP TA, Lancaster
University, UK:
"Dear participant,
IFIP TC3 conferences seek to inspire and stimulate – and what better
ways to inspire and stimulate than the place and the topic! This year,
in 2025, we will hold the IFIP TC3 OCCE 2025 conference in Rabat,
Morocco, and the topic will be ‘Rethinking education through the lens
of AI and other breakthrough technologies’.
I hope you feel inspired and stimulated even before the conference
itself! The conference will provide opportunities to meet in a
wonderful location, and to share and discuss a focus on a particularly
important topic that we all face, whatever our roles in education
using digital technologies. So, do please come along to the
conference, engage, and share through your questions or through a
presentation.
My particular thanks to all who make this conference possible – to
our hosts at the Université Internationale de Rabat, to the Chair and
members of the Local Organising Committee and to the Chair and members
of the International Programme Committee of the conference.
Conferences cannot happen without the dedication, support and
commitment of so many people, organising locally and at a distance –
my thanks go out to everyone so generously providing their time and
expertise.
I look forward to seeing you in Rabat in October 2025!"
International Programme Committee (IPC)
- Prof. Dr. Torsten Brinda
Universität Duisburg-Essen
Essen/Germany
- Associate Prof. Margaret Leahy
Dublin City University
Dublin, Ireland
- Dr. Nicholas Mavengere
Bournemouth University
Bournemouth, United Kingdom
- Prof. Javier Osorio
Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Gran Canaria, Spain
Key Dates
The conference will be held from the 28th to 31st of October 2025. The
important deadlines are:
- Call for Papers opens – 1 February 2025
- Call for Papers deadline - 31 July 2025
- Reviewers assigned – by 31 July 2025
- Reviews due – 31 August 2025
- Author notification sent – 15 September 2025
- Conference dates - 28-31 October 2025
- Submission of revised papers following the conference - 31 December
2025
Venue
OCCE 2025 will be held at the International University of Rabat (UIR), the
first Moroccan university to have been created in partnership with the
Moroccan government in the field of higher education. This partnership
enables it to work to fulfill its objectives of academic excellence,
education, research and socio-economic development in the Kingdom and
across the African continent
The longstanding commitment of UIR’s international partnerships ensures
that Moroccan and foreign students alike can benefit from high-level
training courses, resulting, in some cases, in the grant of a double
degree.
UIR is located in Rabat, the capital of Morocco, which offers a perfect
blend of modernity and tradition, making it an ideal destination for
international visitors. Nestled along the Atlantic coast, this UNESCO
World Heritage city is rich in history, with attractions like the Hassan
Tower, the royal Mausoleum of Mohammed V, and the ancient Kasbah of the
Udayas. Its vibrant medina, filled with traditional souks and crafts,
contrasts beautifully with its modern districts, lush gardens, and clean,
expansive boulevards. Rabat’s coastal location also provides opportunities
for beach walks and fresh seafood. With its welcoming atmosphere, mild
climate, and blend of culture and history, Rabat is a must-visit for those
seeking an authentic Moroccan experience.
Contacts of Conference Organizers
About IFIP (International Federation for Information Processing)
Formally, IFIP is a non-governmental, non-profit umbrella
organization for national societies working in the field of
information processing. It was established in 1960 under the
auspices of UNESCO as a result of the first World Computer
Congress held in Paris in 1959. IFIP:
is the leading multinational, apolitical organization in Information
and Communications Technologies and Sciences
is recognized by the United Nations and other world bodies
has a formal consultative partnership relation with UNESCO
represents IT Societies from 56 countries or regions, covering all 5
continents with a total membership of over half a million
links more than 3,500 scientists from academia and industry, and is
organized in more than 101 Working Groups reporting to 13 Technical
Committees
sponsors 100 conferences yearly providing unparalleled coverage from
theoretical informatics to the relationship between informatics and
society including hardware and software technologies, and networked
information systems
Many IFIP conferences and events generate proceedings published by the IFIP publisher, Springer. Annually, some 30 to 40 IFIP books are published with more than 15,000 pages of valuable information. The IFIP Library contains more than 500 books, many of them currently sold by IFIP’s publisher and by other bookstores, e.g. Amazon.com (to find these, search for “IFIP”). Among these publications is the IFIP TC3 Journal - Education and Information Technologies (also published by Springer).
IFIP Website:
http://www.ifip.org
About TC3
IFIP is structured in Technical Committees (TCs). TC3 is
responsible for aspects related to education.
Chair: Prof Don Passey, UK
The work of TC3 Education is conducted through four Working
Groups[1]:
- WG 3.1: Informatics and Digital Technologies in School Education
- WG 3.3: Research into Educational Applications of Information
Technologies
- WG 3.4: Professional and Vocational Education in ICT
- WG 3.7: Information Technology in Educational Management
At this conference, you can find out more about the work of IFIP,
TC3, its WGs and networks. It is possible to join the Working
Groups by contributing to their work, by presenting papers at our
conferences. We welcome your paper at our conference!
TC3 produces a scientific journal “Education and Information
Technologies”, which is published by Springer twelve times a year.
There is a print (ISSN: 1360-2357) and an electronic (ISSN:
1573-7608) version of the journal available. For information on
subscription and rates, please contact Springer Customer Service –
customerservice@springer.com.
Learn more about TC3 and its work from the TC3 website:
http://www.ifip-tc3.org
Call for Papers, Presentations and Other Contributions
This conference aims to inspire innovation, facilitate collaboration, promote thought leadership, and drive actionable outcomes in education by examining the role of AI and other breakthrough technologies. By showcasing cutting-edge tools, research and practices, it seeks to spark new ideas and reimagine traditional educational models. The event will bring together educators, researchers, technologists, policymakers, and industry leaders to share insights, build partnerships, and develop strategies for technology-driven transformation. Emphasising ethical and social considerations, the conference will encourage thoughtful discussions on the responsible integration of AI and other breakthrough technologies in education while ensuring inclusivity and equity. Ultimately, it aims to provide actionable recommendations for leveraging technology to enhance teaching, improve learning outcomes, and prepare learners for the demands of a rapidly evolving, tech-driven future.
IFIP TC3 OCCE 2025 provides a forum for new research results, practical experiences, developments, ideas, and national perspectives related to the conference focus and themes, which are listed in a following section and apply to all levels of education (pre-school, nursery, primary, secondary, further, higher, vocational, and lifelong learning) including the professional development of educators in any subject areas (teachers, trainers, consultants, and academic and support staff in educational institutions) and related questions on educational management.
We invite you to submit your work to IFIP TC3 OCCE 2025, enabling you to:
- Take an active role and be involved in discussions to consider concerns and approaches for the future of digital technologies for empowering learning, teaching, training and professional development with digital technologies supporting different subject areas, cultures and in different parts of the world.
- Share knowledge and ideas about the roles of AI and emerging technologies in the rapidly developing practices of Computer Science Education (CSE), and the important role that CSE has in educating creators of the future.
- Access latest research and business solutions that could relate to specific subject or curriculum areas, which have been transformed into effective educational practice, where outcomes are recognised and identified.
- Network with world-leading teachers, educators, professionals and technologists as well as with strategy and policy experts.
Themes of the Conference
Submissions should cover one or more of the key themes within the focus of the conference - “Rethinking Education Through the Lens of AI and Other Breakthrough Technologies”. The conference will focus on exploring how artificial intelligence (AI) and other breakthrough technologies (such as robotics, virtual realities (VR) and augmented realities (AR), and evolving forms of personal and mobile devices) are reshaping education, across subject areas, focusing on the opportunities, challenges, and transformative potential these advancements bring. It should aim to foster dialogue among educators, researchers, technologists, policymakers, and industry leaders to collaboratively rethink traditional educational practices, models and envision a future that leverages digital technologies for improved learning outcomes.
The key focus areas of this conference revolve around harnessing the transformative potential of AI and breakthrough technologies to reshape education in any subject or curriculum area (whether in health sciences, mathematics, languages or computer science, for example). It will explore innovative teaching and learning practices, showcasing how technology can personalise learning, enhance engagement, and improve outcomes. Preparing learners for a technology-driven future is a critical focus, emphasising the integration of information and AI literacy, data science, and emerging technologies into curricula. The conference will importantly address equity and accessibility, highlighting how digital technologies can close gaps in education access while considering ethical and socio-economic challenges. The evolving role of educators will be examined, identifying strategies to empower teachers as facilitators and collaborators in technology-rich environments. Finally, the conference will delve into the ethical, social and environmental implications of emerging technologies such as AI in education, fostering discussions on responsible implementation and the long-term impact on society.
The themes are grouped by broad categories with examples of possible (but not exhaustive) sub-themes.
Personalised Learning in the ‘Age of AI’
It is stated that AI-powered tools and other emerging digital technologies offer unprecedented opportunities to tailor education to individual learners. This theme explores how adaptive learning technologies, Generative AI, AI-driven analytics, and personalised content delivery might meet diverse learner needs, improve outcomes, and potentially make education more inclusive. It also considers the ethical implications of functionalities such as AI in shaping personalised learning pathways.
Examples of topics that can be presented under this theme could include:
- Leveraging adaptive learning platforms for student success.
- Using machine learning to identify and support at-risk students.
- Designing personalised study plans for diverse learning approaches.
- Developing educational practices using programming languages.
- Balancing human oversight with AI-supported teaching assistants.
- Case studies on implementing personalisation in K-12 and higher education.
2. Equity and Access through Technology
Breakthrough technologies may have the potential to bridge gaps in education access, particularly for underserved populations. This theme examines how digital technology innovations such as those using AI can help address disparities in education by providing affordable and scalable solutions. It also considers the challenges of ensuring that technological advancements benefit all learners equitably, regardless of socio-economic or geographical constraints.
Examples of topics that can be presented under this theme could include:
- Reducing the digital divide: Strategies for equitable technology distribution.
- Innovations in remote learning: Reaching marginalised and rural populations.
- Affordable digital technology solutions for resource-constrained settings.
- Digital media and their applications to engage diverse populations and to support accessibility.
- Language translation and accessibility tools for multilingual education.
- Ethical considerations in deploying innovations, including AI, for equity in global education systems.
3. The Role of Educators in a Technology-driven Future
As technologies including AI may transform classrooms, or indeed a subject area itself, the role of teachers can evolve. This theme delves into how educators in any curriculum area can adapt, leveraging technology to enhance teaching while maintaining the human connection critical for student growth. It also addresses professional development, ethical considerations, and strategies to empower teachers in a rapidly changing educational landscape.
Examples of topics that can be presented under this theme could include:
- Redefining the teacher’s role: From knowledge deliverer to facilitator.
- Professional development programmes for integrating digital technologies including AI, robotics, VR and AR into pedagogy.
- Developing assessment and certification for digital professionals.
- Empowering teachers with technology-driven insights about student progress.
- Ethical dilemmas for educators in an AI-enhanced classroom.
- Building teacher resilience and adaptability in a technology-first era.
- Raising awareness about the responsible use of emerging technologies that may negatively affect the environment.
4. Reimagining Curricula for the 21st Century
Breakthrough technologies (such as robotics, VR and AR) necessitate a re-evaluation of what and how we teach (for example, in health sciences). This theme explores the integration of digital, information and AI literacy, data science, and emerging technologies into curricula to prepare learners for future challenges. It also considers the role of interdisciplinary learning, creativity, and critical thinking in fostering a generation equipped to thrive in a technologically advanced world.
Examples of topics that can be presented under this theme could include:
- Teaching computational thinking, computing, information, digital and data literacy from primary school to university.
- Designing interdisciplinary programmes that integrate STEM with humanities.
- Incorporating emerging digital technologies into traditional subjects.
- Gamification and virtual reality as tools for engaging students in complex topics.
- Fostering critical thinking, creativity, and ethical reasoning in an AI-driven curriculum.
5. The Application and Impact of Breakthrough Technologies and Practices in Education
Research outcomes already highlight how breakthrough technologies such as robotics, VR, AR and AI are being applied to topics and subject areas across the curriculum, as well as to management and governance functions. This theme explores how breakthrough technologies are being applied as well as how their impact is currently being identified.
Examples of topics that can be presented under this theme could include:
- The use and impact of Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) technologies for learning.
- The uses, impacts and challenges of Blockchain in education.
- Integrating physical computing into curricular practices.
- Developments and applications of gamification.
- Robotics tools, their applications, and impacts and challenges in education.
- Mixed realities in education - physical and digital (VR and AR) objects co-existing to create interactive learning environments.
Submissions
IFIP TC3 OCCE 2025 is an open scientific event that welcomes the following types of submissions, relevant to the conference focus and the conference themes. The indicated maximum number of pages assumes formatting according to the Springer formatting style (https://bit.ly/3bdlGlE) and the page lengths include all sections from the submission title to the references, acknowledgments, etc.
Research-oriented submission formats
Research-oriented submissions (full and short papers) will be reviewed for presentation at the conference and for possible inclusion in the post-conference book.
Full papers
Full papers (up to 12 pages) are standard academic research papers that describe:
- High-quality, unpublished, original research work and results (which can be either empirical or theoretical).
- Systematic literature reviews presenting novel arguments, syntheses, theoretical analyses, or the proposition of an original model, framework or theory.
- National perspectives, policy directions, or new ideas for practice.
- Unpublished work on original projects with an emphasis on practical experiences, e.g., evaluating a teaching concept or a curricular initiative.
Reports in this category need to reflect on their findings and their relevance to the field.
Short papers
Short papers (up to 6 pages) are shorter research papers in academic format, which can focus on the same topics as full papers and which present work in progress.
Presentation-oriented submission formats (abstracts, up to 2 pages)
Presentation-oriented submissions (submitted as abstracts) will be evaluated for presentation at the conference only. An exception are those papers arising from symposia, which can be reviewed after the conference for possible publication in the post-conference book (see further details in the final bullet point as follows). Presented-orientated submissions can be:
- Demonstration/poster abstracts: presenting emerging ideas for future research, teaching practice, or use of tools.
- Workshop abstracts: where innovative projects, teaching concepts, technologies or open problems are demonstrated and explored. Workshops comprise a short presentation followed by an interactive session with the audience. Proposals for workshops consist of an outline of the subject to be discussed, along with planned activities, any specific infrastructure needed, time frame, and maximum number of participants.
- Panel session abstracts: the intended chair of a panel should submit an abstract with the indication of a panel of up to three identified speakers who will briefly present their views on a pertinent topic. The audience will be invited to participate in a round-table discussion.
- National session abstracts: a national overview from a national representative or representative group on a policy, practice or research topic.
- Symposia (up to 2 pages for the symposium description, plus 1 page for each presentation): a symposium is a collection of related presentations on a central theme of the conference. The organiser(s) of a symposium should submit an outline of the theme, the list of participants, and include a one-page abstract of each presentation. Papers arising from the accepted symposium presentations can be reviewed after the conference for possible inclusion in the post-conference book.
Submission Process
Submission Instructions
Before submission ...
1. ...make sure that your submission is written in UK English
2. ...make sure that your submission is properly formatted according to the Springer style
When submitting a paper, please note that your submission must conform to the style and format defined by Springer, which can be found on the Springer website. Please make sure to use either the Word or the LaTeX template provided on the Springer website (and no self-constructed file) and to strictly follow the Proceedings Guidelines for Authors. Do not make any changes to the settings specified in the guidelines and also make sure to strictly follow the guidelines for formatting and the order of the references in the list of references.
3. ... make sure not to exceed the allowed maximum number of pages for the respective type of submission
The indicated maximum number of pages for a certain submission type assumes formatting according to the Springer formatting style and the page lengths include all sections from the submission title to the references, acknowledgments, etc. For details, please go to: tinyurl.com/occe2025 -> Submissions. Please make sure that your submission does not exceed the allowed maximum number of pages for the respective type of submission.
4. ... completely anonymize your paper for the review phase
All submissions need to be anonymized , which means that no names of authors should appear on the manuscript or in the references. This is important for the double-blind reviewing purposes.
Submission systems
The submission system is open now and automatically closes Aug. 1st, 2025, 12am GMT .
New submissions can be made using this link: https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=occe2025.
Publication
Post-conference publication is anticipated through a post-conference book (planned to be published by Springer in the AICT series).
Full papers, short papers, and papers arising from an academic presentation in accepted symposia will be considered for publication in the post-conference book, according to the following criteria:
- If you submit a full paper, the reviewers will assess initially whether the submission is worthy of inclusion within the conference. If the paper is accepted for presentation, and only requires minor revision, then it will be judged worthy of being accepted for publication in the post-conference book.
- If you submit a full paper that is accepted for presentation, but requires major revision, a further review process is undertaken following the conference in order to assess whether it can be accepted for publication in the post-conference book.
- If you submit a short paper, the reviewers will assess initially whether the submission is worthy of inclusion within the conference, but acceptance for publication in the post-conference book will be decided following the conference. Acceptance of a short paper for publication will depend on the number of short papers that can be accepted for the post-conference book.
- If you submit a full or short paper following an academic presentation in one of the accepted symposia, the reviewers will assess after the conference whether the submission is worthy of inclusion in the post-conference book.
- If you submit an abstract, the reviewers will assess whether the submission is worthy of presentation within the conference. No assessment will be given to indicate whether the submission should be judged worthy of inclusion in any post-conference publication (with the exception of papers arising from symposia, as noted previously).
Abstracts of all accepted submissions will be published online as part of the conference programme.
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Overview
The IFIP TC3 Doctoral Consortium OCCE 2025 is a forum for PhD students working on topics related to education and digital and information technologies to discuss their research goals, methods and results at an early stage of their research. It aims to provide useful guidance about the completion of doctoral research and the initiation of research careers in a friendly and constructive atmosphere. The DC provides an opportunity for student participants to interact with senior researchers in the field.
The IFIP TC3 Doctoral Consortium OCCE 2025 is a free event. As an IFIP TC3 activity, participants can also take advantage of the opportunity to become a corresponding member of some of the IFIP TC3 Working Groups (WGs), which is a first step towards full membership.
Date
The Doctoral Consortium will be held on 29 October 2025 (during the afternoon, time to be confirmed).
Eligibility
Doctoral Consortium candidates should have chosen a research focus and also have selected theoretical and methodological approaches and begun to conduct their research. The number of participants in the Consortium will be limited. Selection for the DC will be based on the quality of the submission, its relevance to IFIP TC3, and the potential benefit of the Consortium to the student’s research.
Submission Guidelines
Students that meet the eligibility requirements should submit an application using the following form before September 20: Submission Form
Review Process and Notifications
Acceptance letters will be sent no later than September 30.
Financial Support for Doctoral Students from Developing Countries
IFIP TC3 is keen to involve doctoral students as participants from countries worldwide, especially from developing countries. Those coming from a developing country who would like to be involved by presenting a paper, but who would welcome funds to cover travel costs, should make early contact with the IFIP TC3 Chair, Professor Don Passey ( d.passey@lancaster.ac.uk) by 30th April 2025 to explore possible support. Please note that support needs to be arranged early if visas or entry requirements are to be managed in time to attend the conference.
Contact
Should you require any further information, please contact Javier Osorio
Email: javier.osorio@ulpgc.es
Practical information
OCCE 2025 will be located at the International University of Rabat
The organizing committee has negociated special rates with the Imperial Boutique Hotel Rabat. For booking, please send an email to imperialboutiquehotelrabat@gmail.com by specifying that your stay is for the OCCE conference organized in UIR. Otherwise, we recommend that you stay in hotels that are close to the Rabat-Ville train station as the shuttle to the UIR campus will go from there. More details on the shuttle will be provided soon.