Aleksa is a pedagogue and a specialist in Internet technologies. He works at the Institute for the Improvement of Education of the Republic of Serbia (Zavod za unapređivanje obrazovanja i vaspitanja), within the Center for Professional Development of Education Personnel, as an advisor–coordinator.
He is engaged in the development and implementation of digital educational technologies, the preparation and delivery of national teacher training programs, as well as in the application and development of artificial intelligence in education.

Aleksandar is the founder of Geek Area, a company that helps businesses digitalize and improve their operations through IT solutions. He also launched and manages SERB-CRAFT, the largest Minecraft server network in Serbia, which brings together over 2,500 players daily. From the very beginning, he has been actively involved with the organization “Nauči me” and has participated in all its projects. He has experience leading IT projects, particularly in education, mentoring, and digitalization. His skills include programming, project management, cybersecurity, web design, and the use of various digital tools. He enjoys working on projects that enhance education and business processes.

Aleksandra continuously integrates digital technologies into STEAM projects, creating a stimulating and creative learning environment to motivate her students in acquiring 21st-century skills. She has received multiple awards for her original, interdisciplinary educational websites and software based on active learning and innovative teaching models. Aleksandra is also the author of numerous papers published in professional and academic journals.

Aleksandra Hohnjec graduated from the Faculty of Economics in Zagreb, specializing in international trade, and works as a teacher at the Economic and Birotechnical School in Bjelovar. She was part of the Croatian national team at the Intersteno World Congress 2022 in Maastricht. She works with gifted students, writes professional articles, and conducts research. She has been selected twice as one of the most successful educational professionals in the country.

Aleksandra Vujičić is an art education pedagogue at the Preschool Institution “Dečja radost” in Ćuprija. She has been employed there since 2008 as a professional associate and has also served as a coordinator on numerous projects implemented by the Ministry and UNICEF. Within the project “Preschool Online Learning Community – Learning and Changing Practice,” she worked as a facilitator and coordinator and was also a member of the Working Group for selecting works for the Learning Passport. Among other roles, she coordinated training programs for preschool staff such as “Inclusive Preschool Education – Enhancing Digital Competences of Practitioners in Preschool Institutions” and “Ethics and Integrity,” both conducted online. She also has experience as a trainer in adult education (for both staff and parents), delivered in person and online.

Ana Bakić is a preschool teacher at the Preschool Institution “Marija Munćan” in Majdanpek. In her daily work with children, as well as for her own professional development, she applies an integrated learning approach and uses digital technologies to develop a real-life curriculum. She actively participates in projects on the eTwinning platform, the STEM Discovery Campaign, and Code Week. She is open to new ideas and methods of working with children, especially those that help them develop competencies essential for lifelong learning.

Ana is a French language teacher at “Dr Dragan Hercog” Primary School. She graduated from the Faculty of Philology, University of Belgrade. Ana has participated in and led several projects focused on the use of digital technologies in education. Her professional work is oriented toward the application of ICT in foreign language teaching. She has been involved in planning and delivering distance learning for more than ten years. Ana is actively engaged in Erasmus+ projects and has extensive experience in international collaboration and innovative educational practices.

Ana is the director of the Preschool Institution “Včielka” in Bački Petrovac. By profession, she is a preschool teacher with an additional degree from the Faculty of Education, specializing as a primary school teacher.

She worked as a preschool teacher for 14 years, a period that brought her extensive experience in working with children and provided opportunities to participate in various forms of professional development, as well as in international projects, particularly those under Erasmus+.

Ana has participated in numerous professional conferences, where she had the opportunity to present examples of her own practice and the practice of the institution in which she is employed.

She maintains close cooperation with the Pedagogical Institute of Vojvodina, the Association of Preschool Teachers of Serbia, and the Association of Preschool Teachers of Vojvodina, on topics such as Supporting Children’s Initiative as an Important Dimension in Building Relationships and The Use of ICT Through the Example of a Project.

She was also one of the speakers at a conference for preschool institution directors within the project “Inclusive Preschool Education” implemented by the Ministry of Education.

Andrijana is a pedagogical associate at the Preschool Institution “Včielka” in Bački Petrovac, a pedagogical advisor, and an external advisor for the Novi Sad School Administration. Together with her institutional team, she encourages the use of digital technology to make preschool activities more visible within the educational community.

She has gained significant experience as a mentor in a nationally important program aimed at supporting the development of digital competences among practitioners in preschool institutions. Through authorship and participation as a partner in several Erasmus+ (KA1, KA2) projects, she has gained valuable insights into preschool systems across European countries.

She is one of the responsible authors and co-authors of the handbook “Learning Adventures Beyond the Walls of Kindergartens and Schools”, which presents the experiences of the Preschool Institution “Včielka” in developing digital competences among children and adults.

Andrijana has extensive experience in presenting best practice examples at conferences, professional gatherings, and advisory meetings at the local, regional, and international levels. In the field of education, her interests are directed — in addition to ICT — toward the development of transition models.

She is particularly proud of her work on piloting the Learning Passport platform, where, through the use of various digital tools and in collaboration with a team of preschool teachers and nurse-educators, she developed internal training modules and promoted horizontal learning within her institution.

Ania Bourgeois is a senior education policy and systems analyst with the Eurydice
network, part of the coordinating unit at the European Education and Culture Executive
Agency (EACEA). She has extensive experience in collecting and analyzing qualitative
and comparable data on teaching and learning key competences in schools, including
digital, entrepreneurship, and citizenship education.

Bojana Mitričeski Anđelković works as a geography teacher in a primary school and has extensive experience working with children with developmental disabilities and special needs. Throughout her career, she has been dedicated to enhancing teaching through innovative approaches, integrating digital technologies, and applying modern pedagogical methods that promote active learning and inclusivity. She has repeatedly presented examples of good practice at national and international levels, sharing her experience and results with colleagues across Serbia and Europe. Bojana has led workshops on the use of digital tools in teaching in Brussels, Ljubljana, Belgrade, Vidin, Warsaw, and Niš, demonstrating how technology can contribute to higher-quality and more creative education. She is a certified National Geographic Education teacher, Microsoft Innovative Educator, and an ambassador for the Scientix and EDU-ARCTIC networks, actively promoting the use of scientific and digital resources in education. Her professional mission is to inspire students to explore the world around them, develop critical thinking, and become responsible citizens who understand the importance of sustainable development.

Bojana is a Assistant Professor at the Department of Social Policy and Social Work, and a consultant for community-based organizations engaged in inclusion and community services.

Boris Milićević works as a preschool teacher at the Preschool Institution “Čika Jova Zmaj” in Smederevska Palanka, where he also serves as the coordinator of the projects and donations team. He is involved in writing and coordinating projects, including Erasmus+ projects such as Boost Badges (KA210), Technologized (KA121), Curriculum Reform (KA121), as well as the Wings of Culture project (Ecumenical Humanitarian Organization). In addition to working with children, he is engaged in website administration and providing technical support for various activities, including children’s performances.

Borut is a policy officer (secretary) in the Digital Education Unit of the Ministry of Education in Slovenia. He is an expert in the development of teacher training and support, digital pedagogy, interactive e-materials and R&D projects co-financed by the national programmes, European Social Fund, Recovery and Resilience Fund, Erasmus+. He is a member of the expert groups in Slovenia and the EU (digital education, STEM, AI) and an author of various articles in scientific and professional journals as well as a panellist at national and international conferences.

Dejan Nikolić graduated from the Faculty of Electronic Engineering in Niš. He is currently employed as a teacher at the Technical School in Zaječar. He participates in programs organized by Junior Achievement Serbia, the Petlja Foundation (“Teacher for the 21st Century” program), and the Institute for Education and Upbringing (as a member of the team for the final exam in the field of Computer Engineering). He is also involved in the Erasmus program at his school and is a member of the Engineering Chamber of Serbia. He is the initiator of the Galaksija Cup competition and the Winter School of Programming in Zaječar. As a mentor, he has guided student teams participating in competitions organized by the Talent Center, the Student Project Conference of the Faculty of Electronic Engineering in Niš, Metropolitan University, and the Best Technological Innovation competition in Serbia.

Dobrinka Kuzmanović is an Associate Professor at the University of Belgrade, Faculty of Philology, holding a PhD in Psychological Sciences. Her research focuses on development and learning in formal educational contexts, digital literacy of students and staff in educational institutions, safe online behavior, digital well-being of youth, and related areas. She has gained extensive research experience through leading and participating in numerous national and international projects. She is the author of monographs, scientific articles, educational policy documents, training programs, and professional guides. Dobrinka has received numerous awards, including the Živorad Žiža Vasić Award for the popularization of contemporary psychology (2024), the Dragan Janjić Award for media literacy (2023), and the EdTech Western Balkan Awards for contributions to digital education (2021).

Dr. Paul Atherton is the founder and CEO of Fab and AI-for-Education.org, its flagship initiative. The initiative is working to ensure that children in low-income countries benefit equally from AI innovations in education, and that AI is harnessed to help solve the learning crisis. He has spent the last 20 years supporting education improvements in low-income countries in a variety of roles — from academia (at the UCL Institute of Education), to government (for the UK Department for International Development), and building organisations. Underpinning all this is a focus on improving people, processes, and policies in education through technology and innovation.

Snežana Vuković, PhD, Psychologist, Specialist and Master of Management and Organization of the Education System, , Doctor of Pedagogical Sciences (born on May 26, 1964 ). Assistant Minister in Sector for prevention and protection against violence and inclusion of vulnerable groups in the Ministry of Education Republic of Serbia and professor of Union University in Belgrade. Member of several intersectoral bodies in the RS Government and expert working groups and member of EPAN Bureau from 2023. and EPAN Network for Education Policies – National Coordinator / member of the Council of Europe Coordinator Network since 2017. https://rm.coe.int/epan-members-2021-web-/1680a23840. Member of Board in the European Agency for Special Needs and Inclusive Education ( https://www.european-agency.org/country-information/serbia/your-agency-representative She is author of several professional books and articles in scientific journals.

Dr. Dragana Malešević holds two doctoral degrees – one in Didactic-Methodological Sciences and another in Pedagogical Sciences. She is employed as a professor at VŠSSOV in Kikinda. In her work with students, she utilizes various digital learning tools to develop their digital competencies. Her books on QR codes, part of the “Books to Grow With” series, won the Children’s Book of the Year award at the 2023 International Book Fair in Belgrade. In the same year, the publisher PROVENS received a Special Award at the International Book Fair in Novi Sad for their contribution to children’s publishing, thanks to these books. She has also integrated the use of QR codes into Serbian-Russian and Serbian-English children’s dictionaries, enabling audio-visual foreign language learning.

Duša is the Principal of the Computer Grammar School in Belgrade, and a teacher of computer science subjects at both the Mathematical Grammar School and the Computer Grammar School in Belgrade. She is an Oracle Academy Instructor for international teacher training programs in database and Java programming courses, and holds the professional title of Pedagogical Advisor.

She is one of the authors of the national curriculum for Classes for Students with Special Aptitudes in Computing and Informatics, implemented in over 50 high schools across Serbia, as well as a trainer for teacher professional development and an author of digital textbooks for teachers and students in Database and Object-Oriented Programming courses (Institute for the Improvement of Education).

Duša is the author of several books in the field of programming, including two officially approved high school textbooks for the subject Computer Science and Informatics in the third and fourth grades. She is the recipient of several awards, such as:

Creative School 2008/09 (Serbia) – Second Prize in the high school category for the project “Modern Technologies in the Practical Application of Theoretical Knowledge and Teamwork of Students”

European Forum of Innovative Teachers, Microsoft, 2008 (Croatia) – Third Prize in the Collaboration category for the project “Exploring Science through Blogging” and participation in the World Forum of Innovative Teachers, Microsoft, Hong Kong, China.

The Oracle Academy has been advancing computer science globally for more than 25 years, fostering knowledge acquisition, skill development, innovation, and diversity in technology-related fields.

During this presentation, ways of collaboration with primary, secondary, and higher education institutions will be presented, as well as curricula and teaching materials that are freely available to educators through this partnership, with a special focus on artificial intelligence courses.

Teachers who are members of the Oracle Academy gain access to a modern online learning platform, Member Hub, which provides high-quality courses in databases, Java programming, artificial intelligence, Oracle Cloud infrastructure, and other areas. Teachers and professors can complete various professional development trainings independently, at their own pace. Work with students and learners is available in multiple formats.

Selected Oracle tools can be used free of charge in teaching, and students can obtain internationally recognized certificates, both within the Database subject in IT departments of high schools across Serbia and in other schools offering modern computer science courses.

Edina Đorović is a preschool teacher at the Preschool Institution “Naša radost”, where she works with children in a bilingual educational group. As an eTwinning and Scientix ambassador, she is actively involved in promoting innovative approaches in education. In this role, she advocates for the STEAM approach to learning, inspiring young minds to explore the world of science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics.

Filiz holds bachelor’s degrees in Computer Engineering and Computer Science Education, as well as an MSc and a PhD in Computer Education and Instructional Technology (CEIT). With nearly two decades of experience at the Grand National Assembly of Türkiye (as a system analyst and education coordinator), she transitioned to academia in 2017 as a faculty member in the CEIT Department at Manisa Celal Bayar University. She was awarded the title of Associate Professor in 2022. Between September 2022 and August 2023, she visited Johannes Kepler University (JKU) Linz as a visiting scholar, conducting her postdoctoral project on integrating computational thinking into STEM education. Then, she worked as a senior researcher at JKU Linz from August 2023 to September 2025. She currently holds a post-doctoral researcher position in Digitalization in Early Childhood Education at the University of Graz. Her research interests include digital education and digitalization in education. She collaborates with the Interdisciplinary Teacher Academy (https://interteacher.org/), Hacettepe University’s ONTOLAB (https://ontolab.hacettepe.edu.tr/), and JKU STEM Education (https://www.jku.at/linz-school-of-education/linz-school-of-education/abteilung-fuer-mint-didaktik/research-groups). Dr. Mumcu has authored numerous papers and contributed to international projects. She considers herself a system and instructional designer, focusing on seamlessly integrating technology, pedagogy, and content.

Goran Stanković graduated from the Faculty of Science and Mathematics in Niš. He began his professional career at the Technical School in Zaječar, where he worked as an informatics teacher from 2000 to 2004. He advanced to the position of Assistant Director, which he held from 2004 to 2014, and since 2014 he has been serving as the school’s Director. He is actively involved in professional and organizational activities, including participation in the school’s Erasmus programs. He is also a certified ECDL examiner and the organizer of the Galaksija Cup competition. In addition, he serves as the Secretary of the Association of Electrical Engineering Schools of Serbia.

Ivana Joksimović began her career in Šabac as a preschool teacher within the preparatory preschool program at the “Naše dete” Preschool Institution. After completing her internship exam and obtaining her license, she continued her career as a group teacher at the “Radosno detinjstvo” kindergarten within PI Čukarica, where she has been serving as the facility manager since 2023. She has attended various trainings and seminars and is the author/co-author of papers presented at professional gatherings for preschool educators in Tara and Kladovo. She is also actively involved in implementing the curriculum framework and activities of the Professional Learning Community. As part of the Book Fair, she organized an interactive workshop with children and parents together with her colleagues.

Ivana holds a Master’s degree in Special Education and is a PhD candidate in Inclusive Education at the Institute of Pedagogy, Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje. She works as an Expert Associate for Education and Coordination of Educational Assistants at the Idnina Special Elementary School with Resource Centre and serves as the President and Project Manager at the Autism Institute – Skopje.

She is an autism specialist and researcher with more than 12 years of practical experience working with individuals with autism and developmental disabilities, as well as in sensory integration therapy. Ivana actively participates in Erasmus+ projects (IEC-ADE, Autism_PCP, Autism Friendly Spaces, ITSS-LAII, LEBEL) as a teacher, trainer, and researcher. Since 2017, she has led the development of several educational interventions. She is also the coordinator and trainer for the Autism Social Skills and Positive Parenting Program in collaboration with UNICEF Skopje.

Her expertise includes use of technology in education, sensory integration therapy, research, curriculum and training program development, and project management in the field of additional educational support for students.

Jadranka Dorešić is a Master of Economic Sciences with thirty years of experience in education. She is employed as a vocational subject teacher with advancement to the title of Advisor at the Ivan Švear Secondary School in Ivanić-Grad. In addition to working with students, she occasionally teaches in other adult education institutions. Throughout her career, she regularly involves students in field teaching, as well as in national and international competitions and projects.

She actively publishes professional papers in domestic and international journals, as well as on the Edutorij platform. She is a co-author of the current secondary school textbook and a reviewer of another textbook, thus contributing to the improvement of the education system. In the 2024/2025 school year, she was selected as one of the 522 most successful teachers in the country.

Jagoda Korać graduated from the College of Professional Studies for Preschool Teacher Education, with a specialization, and has been working at the Preschool Institution “Naša radost” for more than 25 years.

She has participated as a speaker at the Professional Early Childhood Educators Meetings on Tara and Zlatibor, at the international conference “Horizons” organized by the College of Professional Studies for Preschool Teacher Education, as well as at the international conference of pedagogical associates and preschool teachers in Bijeljina.

Jagoda has taken part in Erasmus projects and global initiatives such as “Climate Action”, “Global Goals”, and “Aqua Mind.” She is the recipient of numerous NQL and EQL recognitions for eTwinning projects.

She is the author of the accredited professional development seminar “STEAM Approach in Education.”

Jasmina Majstorović is a preschool teacher at the “Radosno detinjstvo” kindergarten and actively contributes to fostering the kindergarten’s culture through the design of spatial areas, creation of scenography for various needs, and overall aesthetic enhancement of the environment. She possesses skills in using ICT tools and is responsible at the kindergarten level for producing various video and other digital materials. Jasmina serves as the coordinator of the Child Protection Team against abuse, neglect, and discrimination, actively participating in the development of the Action Plan and monitoring its implementation. She has also taken part in competitions for the best didactic tools organized by the Association of Preschool Teachers. Due to her skills and creativity, she is frequently engaged in designing scenography for various events at the preschool institution where she works.

Jelena is working as Coordinator for International Affaires, to ensure REM continues to play an active role in international cooperation with other regulatory authorities (bilateral and multilateral), representing and active in international organizations (European platform for regulatory authorities – EPRA, Mediterannean Network of Regulatory Authorities – MNRA, Central European Regulatory Forum – CERF, Black Sea Regulatory Forum – BRAF). Following European integration process of Serbia, through Chapter 10 and 23, negotiation process, alignement of secondary legislation. Contact point for projects which REM is beneficiary.
Also, author of two publications: On demand services and European audiovisula work in the European media enviroment and Serbia’s Commuinication Strategy in the process of joining the EU.
Holding Magisterium in European Studies on Faculty of Political Science, University of Belgrade.
In constant search for educational upgrade, formal or non-formal. Organized numerous national and international meetings, conferences, workshops, trainings.

Jelena is a teacher at a secondary art school and the director of the organization “Dan” in Niš. She is a mother of a boy with autism, an activist, and an advocate for improving policies related to the quality of life of children and young people with developmental disabilities and their families.

Katarina Aleksić is the head of the Center for Educational Technology at the Institute for the Evaluation of the Quality of Education and Upbringing. She is a long-time computer science teacher and the recipient of numerous awards for innovative approaches to teaching and learning. She is the author and co-author of several professional papers, as well as the co-author of three accredited textbooks in the field of computer science and informatics. Katarina has participated in numerous national and European projects focused on the development of digital education and pedagogically grounded applications of digital technologies. ePortfolio: kajcebg.education.

Kristina Fratrović earned her degree in Mathematics Engineering from the Department of Mathematics at the University of Zagreb. She works as a mathematics and computer science teacher at “Dubovac” Elementary School in Karlovac. She is the author of mathematics workbooks and a speaker at conferences in Croatia and internationally, where she presents her work with students in the STEM field.

Kristina is an ICT senior advisor and teacher at “Matija Gubec” Primary School in Cernik, with extensive experience in teaching and mentoring students. She is an active member of the Association Partners in Learning, participating in international projects such as BIG – Be Internet Awesome, Digital First, and EducationalAI. Kristina is the co-author of two handbooks on the application of artificial intelligence in education, created to support teachers in integrating AI into their teaching practice. Her professional work focuses on developing digital competences, promoting the ethical and purposeful use of technology, and strengthening students’ critical thinking skills.

She has been repeatedly recognized by the Ministry of Science and Education as one of the most successful educational professionals. Kristina actively contributes to the teaching community as the head of the County Expert Council for Informatics in the Brod-Posavina County. She is a member of the program committee of the international “Dabar” challenge and an author of its competition tasks. As an EU Code Week ambassador and Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert, she promotes the democratization of coding and innovative pedagogical approaches. She regularly takes part in conferences and professional gatherings, sharing examples of good practice through articles, workshops, and lectures.

Lazar Đoković holds a master’s degree in Management and is a doctoral candidate at the Faculty of Engineering Sciences, University of Kragujevac. He works as a career advisor, youth worker, and educator, actively supporting young people in their personal and professional development for over nine years. In addition to his work at the Job Info Center, Lazar serves as an assistant at the Faculty of Applied Management, Economics, and Finance (MEF), and as a student representative reviewer within the National Body for Accreditation and Quality Assurance in Higher Education (NAT). Over the past few years, based on his recognized expertise, he has participated in numerous working and expert groups, contributing to the recognition and professionalization of occupations, the improvement of legal regulations, and the development of occupational standards. Through his volunteer work and engagement in the youth sector, Lazar has contributed to creating various services for young people, working with the Local Youth Council in Kragujevac and the National Youth Council of the Government of Serbia. This involvement led him to the position of Chair of the Board of NAPOR (National Association of Youth Work Practitioners), and he currently serves as Chair of the Board of the Job Info Center Association, the first professional association aimed at improving the quality of career guidance and counseling services. He believes in the potential of every individual and in the concept of lifelong learning and development. Lazar helps young people understand themselves, access relevant information, define their career goals, and create appropriate career plans. Through individual and group career counseling, he introduces youth to the concept of career, the process of career and personal development planning, and the importance of making informed career decisions.

Maja Veljković Michos is an assistant professor and Spanish language instructor at Singidunum University in Belgrade. She holds a degree and a master’s from the University of Belgrade and earned her doctorate at the University of Salamanca, Spain, with a dissertation on innovative teaching of Spanish as a foreign language, technology use, and gamification. She has extensive experience teaching languages across various study programs and in multicultural classrooms. She teaches in Spanish and English, both in-person, online, and in hybrid formats, utilizing learning management systems. She has also taught courses in applied linguistics and designed a program and textbook on integrating information and communication technologies (ICT) into language teaching. Maja participates in workshops and professional development training for language teachers. She is the author of a monograph on the use of technology and artificial intelligence tools in language teaching. She actively takes part in international professional and scientific conferences aimed at improving language teaching and learning in the dynamic environment of the digital age.

Marija is a graduate philologist by profession and currently serves as the president of the organization “Nauči me”. She is the co-founder of a Serbian language school for foreigners and a teacher of piano and music theory. Communication is the connecting theme across all aspects of her work. She believes in the importance of lifelong learning and considers a modern, inclusive educational system to be key to social progress.

Marijana is a special education teacher from Kragujevac with over 20 years of experience working at various educational levels with students with developmental disabilities and disabilities — from preschool and primary education (both lower and upper cycles) to secondary school. She currently leads the Regional Resource Center, which provides support to children and students, teachers, professional associates, parents, personal assistants, and school principals through various forms of assistance, including counseling, development of adapted and differentiated teaching materials, use of assistive technology, and other types of professional support.

She has always been passionate about using digital resources in education, as digital tools can greatly facilitate the adaptation of learning materials and improve educational practices for children and students with developmental disabilities and disabilities.

Marina Panić is a Serbian language and literature teacher with many years of classroom experience and active involvement in education digitalization projects. As a dedicated educator, she combines tradition with modern technologies, developing teaching materials, video lessons, and interactive content that foster creativity, curiosity, and a love for language learning.

Martina Lozanoska Najdovska is a gender studies researcher and educator based in Skopje, North Macedonia. She completed her undergraduate studies at the Faculty of Philosophy – Institute of Gender Studies and she is currently enrolled in the Institute’s master’s programme in Gender Studies at UKIM. Since October 2020 she have worked as a graduate teaching assistant at the Institute of Gender Studies. She is currently focused on developing and applying AI tools to advance gender equality and social inclusion. She contributes to the AI Platform of the Faculty of Philosophy – an initiative that integrates artificial intelligence into teaching, learning, and research and supports an AI Platform for Gender Studies. Also, she contributes in developing AI agents and learning bots to operationalize RESI (Gender Equality and Social Inclusion) principles for policy analysis, implementation and evaluation, and to deliver AI-supported trainings for gender-sensitive research. She coordinates projects that use AI to counter gender-related misinformation and anti-gender narratives by developing chatbots that detect and respond to disinformation, as part of the AI Against Gender Equality Misinformation initiative and the wider AI & Gender Equality Platform. She also takes part in applied RESI workshops and policy-engagement activities that introduce AI tools to local stakeholders, for example in capacity-building events under the “Together for Gender Equality” project. Her ongoing work combines applied research, platform development, and training to scale AI-supported pedagogy and evidence-based gender-inclusive policy tools across higher education and public institutions.

Matije was born in 1984 in Pljevlja. He graduated from the Faculty of Education in Sombor in 2008, where he also earned his master’s degree with a thesis titled Educational Software as a Tool for Improving Teaching. In 2018, he completed the IT Academy, specializing in Multimedia and Web Design. Since 2008, he has been working at “Mihailo Žugić” Primary School in Pljevlja. He is the author of the book COVID Diary of a Teacher.

Melita is a chemistry teacher and STEM educator at Ivana Kukuljevića Sakcinski Primary School in Ivanec. She actively promotes STEM education and work with gifted students through workshops, international projects, and eTwinning collaborations. She completed a one-year postgraduate program Radboud International Training on High Ability (RITHA) at Radboud University in the Netherlands. Melita is a Scientix Ambassador and a Women Science Teachers Ambassador in Croatia. She has received the award for the most successful educational professional.

Mia Sinobad is a primary school teacher with over ten years of experience at “17. oktobar” Primary School in Jagodina. In her conference presentation, she will demonstrate how students can creatively and engagingly explore their surroundings in the present and the past, as well as how climate change affects their lives and the entire planet.

Milanka Nikolić has been a preschool teacher at the Preschool Institution “Dečija radost” in Ćuprija since 2003. She is dedicated to her work and continuous professional development. She serves as the Chair of the Development Planning Team at the institution and is also a member of the Digital Competences Team. She has participated in numerous webinars within the Preschool Online Learning Community, as well as in many seminars and panel discussions. Milanka delivered a presentation titled “Creating and Learning Safely Online” at the conference “Children’s Safety on the Internet – Digital Tools for Professional Development”.

Since 2018, Miloš Đuričanin has been managing strategic initiatives at Nordeus aimed at improving formal and non-formal education, strengthening the gaming startup ecosystem, and enhancing the overall business environment, with a special focus on building the capacities of ecosystem organizations and professional communities.

Before joining Nordeus, Miloš spent over seven years at the Serbian Association of Managers, where he managed business development programs for the largest business organization in Serbia.

At the Nordeus Foundation, he is responsible for developing the organization’s education support strategy.

Aleksandra Ikonov is a PhD candidate, researcher, and experienced marketing manager specializing in digital marketing and the application of artificial intelligence in data analysis and education. Her work is dedicated to developing innovative approaches that connect technology, marketing, and learning, with the goal of improving access to education and the effectiveness of digital communication.

Throughout her career, Aleksandra has developed and led numerous digital campaigns and projects that combine research methods and AI tools, contributing to a better understanding of user behavior and the personalization of educational content.

By combining academic expertise and practical experience, she actively participates in projects aimed at enhancing digital competences and promoting the responsible use of artificial intelligence in both education systems and marketing.

Mirela holds a Master’s degree in Special Education (Oligophrenology) and works at “Sava Jovanović Sirogojno” Primary School in Zemun. With over 20 years of experience, she has authored inclusive projects, numerous papers, and lectures focused on individualized support for students with disabilities.

Nataša is a preschool teacher, external advisor for the Ministry of Education, Director of the Early Childhood Education Program at the EdTech Center, and an expert in the field of digital technologies in early childhood education and care.

She has participated in numerous projects and working groups. Nataša is the author of one textbook, several books, and online manuals, as well as the author and co-author of three accredited professional development programs. She is also a researcher and reflective practitioner.

Nataša graduated from the Faculty of Teacher Education, specializing in primary education and preschool education. She has been working at the Preschool Institution “Naša radost” since 2000.

Since 2015, she has been an eTwinning Ambassador of Serbia, and since 2021, an Erasmus Ambassador and a Certified National Geographic Educator. As of 2025, she serves as a moderator for ECEC (Early Childhood Education and Care), a specialized group on the eTwinning platform at the European level.

She serves as a facilitator of the global project “Climate Action” and is the author of the global projects “Aqua Mind” and “Green Action.” She also acts as the Erasmus Project Coordinator at the Preschool Institution “Naša radost.”

Nataša has participated in numerous national and international conferences as a presenter, and has published over 20 papers in conference proceedings. She is the author of five accredited professional development seminars and co-author of the handbook for preschool teachers “The Teacher – Researcher of Their Own Practice” (2014).

Nevenka graduated from the Faculty of Security Studies, University of Belgrade. She won an award in the “Borislav Pekić” literary competition and published an essay in the first issue of the bilingual journal “Stagiornale” of the Faculty of Philology.

During high school and at the beginning of her studies, she volunteered for AFS, an organization dedicated to student exchanges and the promotion of peace and stability. She also gained experience in administration, and in 2022 she joined the organizational team of Petlja.

Nikola’s work connects software engineering and education. He develops conceptual and digital tools that improve the quality of higher education and applies them in teaching to better prepare future software engineers. His work focuses on project-based learning, intelligent tutoring systems, and the application of large language models to support all aspects of the educational process.

Panagiotis is a Project Adviser at the Platforms, Studies and Analysis Unit of European Education and Culture Executive Agency and Adjunct Lecturer at the Department of Digital Systems, University of Piraeus. He graduated from Jyvaskyla University (Finland) with his PhD in creativity while he has a longstanding experience as primary school teacher, music teacher, school head, and teacher trainer. He worked from 2012 to 2020 as a project manager and team leader at the European Commission´s Joint Research Centre, where he led, among other projects, the development of the European Framework for Digitally-Competent Educational Organisations (DigCompOrg), the SELFIE tool for schools’ digital capacity and the Entrepreneurship Competence Framework (EntreComp). He also worked as a Senior Research Fellow at the National Research Council of Italy, Institute for Educational Technologies from 2021 to 2023, working on projects related to computational thinking and teachers’ digital competence. His research interests include digital and entrepreneurship competences, creativity, computational thinking, innovation and digital transformation of education, training and lifelong learning. He has published extensively in these fields (6850+ citations), and delivered keynotes at various events in Europe and beyond. 

Sandra Nikolić, born in 1980, graduated from the Department of Library and Information Science at the Faculty of Philology, University of Belgrade. She began her professional career at the Belgrade City Library, where she worked for many years as the coordinator of the American Corner.

Since 2020, she has been part of the Digital Library Development and IT Support Department. Sandra participates in numerous professional development programs and is actively engaged in international projects of the Belgrade City Library.

Sanja Sajko is a preschool teacher with many years of experience working with young children at a kindergarten in Zagreb. Her daily practice is based on fostering children’s curiosity, creativity, and independence through play, exploration, and collaboration. She places special emphasis on creating a stimulating and safe environment where every child has the opportunity to develop their unique abilities and interests. Sanja actively uses digital tools in planning, documenting, and enhancing the educational process, believing that modern technology can be a valuable aid in early learning. She participates in numerous projects focused on innovation in education and the professional development of educators. Motivated by continuous learning, she keeps up with new pedagogical approaches that improve the quality of work with children. She believes that collaboration with parents and colleagues is key to building a community that supports the holistic development of each child.

Slađana Jović has been teaching for over 25 years and delivers chemistry lessons in English as part of a bilingual education program. She has experience working with children with developmental disabilities and special needs, as well as with gifted students. She has led various workshops on the use of digital innovations in teaching at STEM conferences in Brussels, Warsaw, Ljubljana, and Belgrade. Slađana is actively involved as a seminar leader in the “Schools for the 21st Century” project on behalf of the British Council in Serbia and serves as an external collaborator for the Institute for Evaluation in Belgrade. She has held the title of Educational Advisor since 2020.

Slavica Dražović Perošević holds a master’s degree in preschool education and has ten years of experience working with preschool children. She has been pursuing studies in pedagogy since 2022, focusing on connecting theoretical knowledge with practical experience. She is particularly notable as the author of more than five research papers exploring the use of digital technologies in the professional development of educators and in work with children. She has translated this research into practice by designing and conducting the webinar “Digital Tools in the Professional Development of Preschool Staff,” aimed at enhancing colleagues’ professional skills and improving the quality of work in preschool institutions. Believing that digital technologies can enrich children’s play and learning experiences, she has developed various activities and games through which preschoolers acquire new knowledge in a creative and interactive way. Slavica has completed numerous trainings and actively participated in national and international professional gatherings for preschool educators. By combining research, practical work, and continuous professional development, she stands out as a professional contributing to the improvement of preschool education quality and promoting innovation in work with children and staff.

Slavica Jeremić holds a master’s degree in preschool education and works at the Preschool Institution “Bambi” in Bor. She has 16 years of experience working with preschool children. Her main professional interest is digital technologies, which she strives to integrate into daily activities with children, believing that this provides them with tools to develop skills essential in contemporary society. She actively participates in national and international professional gatherings for preschool educators, where she regularly presents her experiences and insights.

Snježana Marković-Zoraja is a biology and chemistry teacher, graduated from the Faculty of Science, University of Zagreb. She works as a biology and chemistry teacher at “Dubovac” Elementary School in Karlovac. She mentors students in national GLOBE chemistry competitions and is a speaker at national and international conferences. She serves as a coordinator or collaborator on various international projects, including ICSE and Erasmus.

Stela Durutović is the Education Programme Manager at the British Council. She has many years of experience in implementing international education projects, particularly in strengthening the competencies of school principals, teachers, and students in the areas of critical thinking, digital literacy, and programming.

She has gained significant experience through collaboration with regional and international educational institutions. In recent years, she has participated as a plenary speaker at the annual conference of the English Language Teachers’ Association (ELTA), as well as at the National Teachers’ Summit of Serbia.

Stela regularly attends the annual World Education Forum in London, dedicated to sharing best practices and innovative approaches to improving teaching and addressing global challenges in the education sector.

She also contributed to the development of a collection of lesson plans and school projects that promote critical thinking, problem-solving, and the use of the micro:bit within the Schools for the 21st Century programme, funded by the UK Government with the support of the Ministry of Education.

Tanja Rankovic, Education Specialist and Head of Education Programme UNICEF Serbia, is leading
programs and initiatives in education and early learning. Her efforts are dedicated to ensuring access to
quality education and improving opportunities for all children, especially those from marginalized
communities and refugee backgrounds. With over 20 years of experience, Tanja has led initiatives to
improve early learning, foster inclusion, enhance education quality, and prevent violence,
discrimination, and dropout. Her expertise spans system-level reforms—policy development,
monitoring, and implementation—gained through work with UNICEF, governments and NGOs across
Serbia, Slovakia, North Macedonia, Greece, and Jordan.
Tanja holds a MA in Education Policy and she deepened her knowledge through the Equity, Quality, and
Leadership Programme from the Harvard Graduate School of Education (USA).

Tijana Milošević is a research associate at University College Dublin, Center for Digital Policy, holding a PhD in Communication Studies. Her research interests include digital communication among children and youth, online peer violence, and the rights of children and young people in digital environments. She also focuses on internet platformization, privacy and safety policies, the use of artificial intelligence in user protection, and the media representation of global issues. Tijana serves as the international coordinator for the EU Kids Online network and is the author of numerous articles published in reputable international journals. She has a rich research and academic career at internationally recognized universities.

Tijana is an English language teacher at “Dr Dragan Hercog” Primary School. She graduated from the Faculty of Philology, University of Belgrade, and has many years of experience in primary and secondary education. Tijana is skilled in lesson planning, English grammar, and translation. She is a certified scientific and technical translator and a court interpreter (Association of Scientific and Technical Translators of Serbia), specializing in the English language. She is actively involved in Erasmus+ projects and has experience in international collaboration and innovative educational practices.

Zdravka Majkić is an English language teacher with many years of experience in both formal and non-formal education. In her school work, she collaborates with students of various ages and needs, including children following individualized education plans. Her professional focus is on inclusion, digitalization of education, and empowering students through innovative learning methods. She actively participates in international projects, particularly within the Erasmus+ program, where she conducts workshops and co-authors publications on inclusion, digital technologies, and interdisciplinary teaching approaches. She is the author and co-author of professional papers and teacher training seminars emphasizing the use of digital tools and artificial intelligence in education. Her professional interests include digital education, language teaching methodology, development of teaching resources, and supporting teachers in enhancing their professional competencies. At conferences and training sessions, she eagerly shares practical experiences and promotes the idea that technology should serve as a tool for creating creative, inclusive, and stimulating learning environments.

Zvonimirka Jovičić holds a master’s degree in the methodology of primary mathematics teaching and works as a primary school teacher at “Moša Pijade” Elementary School in Žagubica. She was awarded the title of Best Educator of Serbia in 2015 and participated in the Global Teacher Prize competition. Zvonimirka is the author of several teaching manuals and papers, as well as a recipient of numerous awards in educational competitions. She is a member of the Institute for Contemporary Education and a SonS Ambassador.