Rania Obeid

Director Consultant - STEM Smart Learning

Rania Abdelfattah Obeid is an education and innovation consultant specializing in AI, EdTech, and future skills. She helps institutions and educators adopt future-ready learning models through digital transformation, capacity building, and scalable solutions.

Rania has spoken at leading regional and international platforms, including LEARN STEM Saudi, Saudi Smart Schools Conference, and GESS, sharing insights on AI in education, future skills, and innovative learning approaches. Her work focuses on bridging technology and education to equip learners and educators for the rapidly evolving demands of the future economy.

Speaker Sessions

Leaders in Education 1499

Sep 29 2026 | 11:10am - 11:30am

Future Skills Frameworks: What Education Systems Must Do Now

Session Summary:

As job markets evolve rapidly, education systems face the urgent challenge of preparing students for roles that often do not yet exist. Developing a future-ready workforce requires rethinking traditional curricula and embedding future skills such as AI literacy, digital fluency, critical thinking, creativity, and innovation into every level of education. This panel brings together regional and international experts to share practical frameworks, success stories, and lessons learned from implementing future skills initiatives in schools, universities, and EdTech programs. Panelists will discuss strategies for curriculum redesign, teacher professional development, and systemic approaches that bridge policy, pedagogy, and technology. The session will also explore how AI and emerging technologies can enhance learning while equipping students with the competencies they need to thrive in a rapidly changing economy.

• Create actionable frameworks that can be adapted to your local context

• Learn how to overcome challenges in teacher readiness and resource allocation, and understand the broader implications of future skills development for national and global competitiveness