As the world undergoes profound changes in climate, society, politics and the economy, the systems educational evolve to meet new challenges. One of the most significant aspects of this transformation is the changing nature of teaching and the role of teachers. To address these critical changes, the Salzburg Global Seminar is launching a programme called "The Future of Teaching", bringing together key stakeholders from around the world to discuss and shape the future of education over the next decade.
Programme Overview: This programme will explore three main areas that are driving change in education:
- Teacher recruitment and retention: With many regions facing severe teacher shortages, the programme will examine how teacher expectations are evolving and where innovations are being implemented to meet these challenges.
- Impact of Artificial Intelligence: AI presents both opportunities and threats to the teaching profession. This programme will explore how AI is being used to improve teaching and where these innovations can be replicated or adapted.
- Transformation Initiatives Education : The United Nations' global initiative on Transforming Education has led to significant policy changes. This programme will explore the teaching profession's involvement in this global movement and how teachers can connect directly with policymakers.
Participant Profile: The programme will bring together around 50 participants, including teachers, teaching unions, policymakers, researchers and civil society organisations. Participation is by invitation or enrolment, and the application window is open from 24th July a 4th September 2024 .
Programme format:
- Online co-creation meetings: 8 October, 21 October and 18 November 2024.
- Face-to-face programme: 8 to 13 December 2024, at the Schloss Leopoldskron in Salzburg, Austria.
- Continuous online engagement: until 2025, with a cadence decided by the participants.
Programme objectives: Participants will take part in a highly participatory process, co-creating the structure of the programme and its outcomes. The programme aims to produce tangible results, including a Salzburg Declaration or Manifesto on the future of teaching and a collection of essays providing diverse perspectives on the central themes.Find out more and sign up: Visit
Salzburg Global Seminar website for more details on the programme and the application process. Join us in building the future of education!
