From October 17 to 19 in Larissa, the 11th International Conference for the Promotion of Educational Innovation is scheduled to take place, co-organized by the Region of Thessaly – Regional Unit of Larissa and the Scientific Association for the Promotion of Educational Innovation.
The purpose of the conference is to promote fruitful and creative dialogue in the educational community of Greece and abroad, as well as to lay the foundations for broader reflections regarding the adoption of forms of educational innovation related to teaching and learning at all educational levels.
This international conference is organized every year by the Scientific Union in collaboration with the University of Thessaly and under the auspices of the Ministry of Education, with the focus on promoting educational innovation. In this direction, in addition to dozens of invited speakers, professors from universities and educators in Greece and abroad, the conference is attended by approximately 15,000 educators with physical and remote participation. It is worth noting that during the conference, more than 500 papers are presented.
The contribution of conferences to local communities and tourism
Conferences are an important driver of development for local communities and tourism, as they attract high-level visitors, strengthen the local economy and promote a destination at an international level.
Initially, conference attendees spend money in hotels, restaurants, transportation and local shops, directly supporting businesses. In addition, they often extend their stay for tourism reasons, thus increasing the duration of their visit.
Conferences also contribute to the promotion of a destination, highlighting its uniqueness and attracting future visitors. At the same time, they create opportunities for collaborations between local businesses and international companies, promoting innovation and development.
Finally, beyond the economic benefit, conferences enrich the local community with new knowledge and ideas, contributing to the formation of a dynamic and extroverted environment. With the right strategy, they can be a powerful tool for sustainable development and the emergence of a destination as an international conference hub.
