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Open-Source IT Strategies and Solutions for AI- and VR-Supported Immersive Learning

The International Conference on Recent Advancements in Computing in AI, IoT and Computer Engineering Technology (CICET 2026) aims to create a vibrant interdisciplinary meeting space where researchers in software and hardware engineering, computer science, educational technologies, and related fields engage with educators, practitioners, and industry professionals to exchange ideas, share innovations, and foster meaningful collaborations. CICET 2026 will take place at The Tamkang University, Taipei, Taiwan, on 27th – 29th May 2026.

In 2026, CICET is pleased to launch a new Educational Technologies Track, organised and curated by Huyixiang Community for Impact in Responsible Research in Digital Learning Innovation (“Huyi Community”), a community of practice dedicated to advancing responsible, open, and impact-driven digital learning innovation. Through this track, Huyixiang brings its extensive international network of educators, early-career researchers, EdTech innovators, technologists, and industry partners to the CICET conference.

Track Focus and Objectives

The Educational Technologies Track is centred on the special theme “Open-source IT strategies and solutions for AI- and VR-supported immersive learning.” It responds to the growing demand for transparent, scalable, and ethically grounded digital learning ecosystems that combine pedagogical innovation with technological openness.

The track aims to:

• Provide a platform for hands-on, developmental, and practice-based research in educational technologies

• Showcase open-source, AI-, and VR-enabled learning prototypes and applied research

• Foster dialogue between academia, EdTech communities, and industry practitioners

• Support early-career researchers and educators seeking to translate research into real-world impact

About the Track Organiser: Huyi Community

The Huyi Community is a non-profit, community-driven initiative run by Huyixiang, designed to support educators and researchers who seek to make a tangible social and educational impact through digital learning innovation. The community offers a space for mentorship, collaboration, and knowledge exchange, connecting members with EdTech companies, technologists, universities, and global research networks.

Its mission is to create the right conditions for innovation, give legitimacy to applied and developmental research approaches, and strengthen the societal relevance of digital learning research. The Educational Technologies Track at CICET 2026 reflects this mission by valuing both scholarly rigor and practical relevance.

Scope of Contributions

Submissions may include, but are not limited to, the following topics:

• Open-source architectures for AI- and VR-supported learning environments

• Immersive learning design frameworks integrating LMS, AI, and XR technologies

• Generative AI and pedagogical co-pilots for dialogic, project-based, or experiential learning

• VR/AR/MR applications in higher education, professional training, and lifelong learning

• Community-driven innovation and open-source strategies in EdTech

• Ethical, inclusive, and sustainable approaches to AI-enhanced learning systems

• Case studies, pilots, and prototypes of immersive learning solutions

• Industry–academia collaboration models for responsible educational technology development

Types of Submissions

The track welcomes:

• Full research papers

• Short papers and work-in-progress contributions

• Practice-based case studies and prototype reports

• Interactive workshops and demonstration sessions

All submissions will be peer-reviewed in accordance with CICET academic standards.

Community Engagement and Preferential Registration

To support grassroots innovation and inclusive participation, members of the Huyi Community whose submissions are accepted and presented in this track will benefit from a preferential conference registration rate. This initiative reflects a shared commitment to open knowledge, community engagement, and impact-oriented research.

Invitation

Researchers, educators, developers, and practitioners working at the intersection of open-source technologies, AI, VR, and immersive learning are warmly invited to submit their work and join this special track at CICET 2026.