Invited Speakers

Assoc. Prof. Mohd. Elmagzoub Eltahir

Ajman University, United Arab Emirates

Bio: Dr. Mohd Elmagzoub Eltahir is the Head of the Education Department and an Associate Professor of Educational Technology at the College of Humanities and Sciences, Ajman University, UAE. His expansive research portfolio encompasses cutting-edge areas such as Artificial Intelligence in Education, e-Learning, Educational Technology, Blended Learning, and Multimedia in Education.
Dr. Eltahir is widely recognized for his impactful contributions to the field, with a substantial body of work presented at prestigious international conferences and published in high-ranking, peer-reviewed scientific journals. In addition to his academic achievements, he brings extensive consultancy expertise, having successfully implemented technology-driven educational solutions across schools in the UAE.
In 2009, Dr. Eltahir was honored with the Sharjah Award for Excellence in Education, a testament to his dedication, innovation, and leadership in advancing modern educational practices. His unwavering commitment to integrating technology into education continues to inspire and shape the future of learning.

Assoc. Prof. Manuel B. Garcia

Far Eastern University, Philippines

Bio: Manuel B. Garcia is the Senior Director for Educational Technology and Digital Learning and the Founding Director (concurrent) of the Educational Innovation and Technology Hub (EdITH) at FEU Institute of Technology, Manila, Philippines. He is also an Adjunct Professor at the Graduate School of Education, Korea University, Seoul, South Korea. He earned his Doctor of Information Technology degree from the University of the East and is presently pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Education at the University of the Philippines Diliman. His interdisciplinary research interest includes topics that, individually or collectively, cover the disciplines of education and information technology. He is a Licensed Professional Teacher and a member of the National Research Council of the Philippines. Dr. Garcia is the first-ever recipient of the Ramon Dimacali Award for Information Technology, conferred by the Philippine Association for the Advancement of Science and Technology, and has been recognized as one of the World’s Top 2% Scientists by Elsevier for three consecutive years (2023–2025).