10 – 12 November 2026
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Dubai World Trade Centre Sheikh Saeed Halls 1, 2 & 3
Abeda Natha
Senior Director of Digital Learning - Gems Education
Abeda Natha, Senior Director of Digital Learning at GEMS Wellington International School, Dubai and Gems Excellence Fellow for Education AI. Leverages 15+ years of expertise in integrating Digital Technology and AI across all school levels. She leads initiatives fostering AI adoption, delivers impactful AI & Ethics programs, and champions a balanced approach to digital transformation. Guided by the KHDA framework and the school’s development plan, her leadership empowers educators and students to navigate ethical AI use and excel in a technology-driven world.
Speaker Sessions
Gaming@GESS
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Level Up Learning: Why Gamified Classrooms Rule
Session Summary:
Forget boring worksheets — this session dives into how gamification transforms passive learning into high-powered engagement. From classroom quests to behavior-based reward systems, discover how game elements like leaderboards, missions, and avatars motivate students to take ownership of their progress. Whether you’re a curious beginner or ready to boss-level your lesson plans, we’ll explore frameworks that fuel mastery, creativity, and joy in learning. It’s time to play your way to deeper student outcomes. Join this session to:
Understand core mechanics of gamification (points, badges, levels, challenges)
Identify ways to apply game design principles to different subjects
Explore how gamification supports intrinsic motivation and collaboration
Speakers:
Abeda Natha
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Senior Director of Digital Learning - Gems Education
Categories:
Gaming and Gamification in Education
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