GCASER

On behalf of the Local Organizing Committee of GCASER 2025, it is our pleasure to welcome you all to the International Conference on “Sustainable Science Education: Shaping a Brighter Future”. Science education plays a crucial role in shaping a sustainable future for our world. By bringing together leading experts, early-career researchers, and passionate educators from Chinese societies, we aim to foster interdisciplinary dialogue, share best practices, and explore innovative approaches to science education that can positively impact the lives of students and communities.

In recent years, Chinese societies have witnessed a new wave of science curriculum reforms, as educators and policymakers work to address the challenges of the increasingly uncertain 21st century. As a prominent event in the field of science education research for Chinese learners, this conference aims to provide a platform for Chinese science education scholars from around the world to share their insights and inform the current tide of science education reform. Additionally, the academic community will have the opportunity to identify novel research questions and generate new theoretical frameworks by engaging with the perspectives of frontline science education practitioners.

Over the course of the two-day conference, we have curated an exciting and diverse lineup of events to inspire, challenge, and empower you. Our program features a series of captivating keynote addresses delivered by renowned experts, providing deep insights into the latest trends and innovations shaping the field of science education. Complementing the keynotes, we have organized engaging panel discussions that will explore complex issues from multiple perspectives, as well as paper presentation sessions highlighting cutting-edge research. Additionally, teacher forums will offer hands-on opportunities for skill development and collaborative problem-solving. Throughout these sessions, you will engage in thought-provoking discussions, exchange ideas, and build lasting connections with your global peers.

I would like to express my sincere gratitude to GCASER, the colleagues of Local Organizing Committee, the co-organizers, project staff of EDUHK, supportive student helps, and all the participants for their dedication and contributions to this important event. I am confident that this conference will be a resounding success, and I look forward to the rich discussions and collaborative opportunities that will emerge.

Thank you all for being here, and we wish you a productive and enjoyable conference.

Sincerely, Peter Zhihong Wan, C&I, the Education University of Hong Kong Keith Wing Kei, Ho, SES, the Education University of Hong Kong