Representing the University of Zagreb and FOI, the delegation was welcomed by Assoc. Prof. Dijana Oreški, Vice-dean for science, projects and international cooperation, and Izabela Oletić Tušek, Head of the International Relations Centre.
During the visit, the guests were introduced to the University of Zagreb and FOI, including the Faculty’s study programmes, areas of activity, international cooperation, and research and project activities.
A special part of the programme focused on FOI’s research and development activities. Prof. Igor Balaban and Assoc. Prof. Goran Hajdin presented the Laboratory for Advanced Technologies in Education, which explores the application of artificial intelligence and educational robotics in teaching and learning. They also introduced My Robot, My Learnmate, a project focused on developing a robot for educational purposes and exploring new ways in which robotics can support learning and teaching activities.
The delegation from Hong Kong comprised Prof. Kuen Fung Sin, Executive Director of the Institute of Special Needs and Inclusive Education at The Education University of Hong Kong; Wan Man Ava Kam, Project Manager at the same institute; Wing Fung Cheung, Principal of Mu Kuang English School; Tat Kong Au, Assistant Principal of the school; and Pui Ling Li, Chairperson of the Inspire Education Association.
The delegation was accompanied by representatives of the European Talent Centre Croatia: Robert Kelemen, Irena Kos Kukec and Natalija Lehman.
The visit concluded with an exchange of experiences and discussions on opportunities for future cooperation, with a particular focus on strengthening links between educational institutions, sharing knowledge, and applying innovative technologies in education.
