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April 17, Online

Innovation Starts With You

DID Online
The Era of Professionals

Engineering Training

Business Education

Industry

Robotics

Technological Business Transformation

Artificial Intelligence

Online Forum for Educators, Students, and Prospective Applicants of Universities and Colleges

At DID Online, we’ll explore the key pillars of professional development, examining the decisions that shape our professional future and weighing the pros and cons of different career paths.

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Speakers

Irina Merkulova

Innopolis College

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Diana Ermolaeva

Innopolis University

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Nikita Ostanin

Innopolis University

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Yuriy Ekimov

SPbU

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Kang An

Shanghai Normal University

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Darya Vikulova

GSOM SPbU

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Elvina Sharafutdinova

MTS Link

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Irina Merkulova

Innopolis College

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Diana Ermolaeva

Innopolis University

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Nikita Ostanin

Innopolis University

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Yuriy Ekimov

SPbU

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Kang An

Shanghai Normal University

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Darya Vikulova

GSOM SPbU

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Elvina Sharafutdinova

MTS Link

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Irina Merkulova

Director of Innopolis College

Nikita Ostanin

Head of the Competency Assessment Center at Innopolis University

Diana Ermolaeva

Head of the Center for Corporate Training Programs at Innopolis University

Kang An

Vice Dean of the Department of Computer Science, Associate Professor at Shanghai Normal University and Director of the Robot and Intelligent Manufacturing Lab

Yuriy Ekimov

Deputy Head of IT SPbU (Management)

Darya Vikulova

Head of Hybrid Teaching and Learning, Teaching Excellence Lab at GSOM SPbU

Elvina Sharafutdinova

Product Marketing Manager of the Training Business Unit at MTS Link

Forum Program

Roundtable Discussion: «Vocational Education – A Fast Track to the Job Market. New Trend in Professional Training»

10:00 - 12:00

In today’s fast-paced, technology-driven world, time to train skilled professional is getting shorter, but demands placed on them are getting higher and higher. Vocational education has become a cornerstone in preparing qualified specialist. This roundtable is a unique platform for dialogue between universities, colleges, industry leaders, and government officials. Together, we will address the most pressing issues and challenges facing the education system, exchange ideas, and share innovative solutions. Be part of this collaborative effort to shape the future of vocational education in Russia.

Moderator

Irina Merkulova

Innopolis University

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Professional Education in China: Balancing Innovations and Traditions

12:15 - 13:15

Dive into the world of cutting-edge trends and best practices in vocational education of China. Discover what makes Chinese colleges so competitive and effective in training highly skilled professionals. This session will not only provide valuable insights into international approaches to vocational training but also inspire you with groundbreaking advancements in robotics that are already transforming the professions of the future.

Moderator

Diana Ermolaeva

Innopolis University

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Kang An

Shanghai Normal University

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Speakers

Hybrid Classroom of the Future: Merging Spaces Through Technologies

13:30 - 14:15

Step into the future of education with the unique Hybrid Classroom of the Graduate School of Management at St. Petersburg University (GSOM SPbU), showcasing an innovative approach to the organization of the educational process in our modern world.
This masterclass will demonstrate the opportunities of the Hybrid Classroom, developed by the Graduate School of Management at St. Petersburg University (GSOM SPbU), in partnership with TVS Group and MTS Link, which unites educational spaces in one advanced hybrid learning ecosystem.
Participants will gain unique insights into how modern tools for video conferencing, communication, and multimedia create effective interactions between cities.

Elvina Sharafutdinova

MTS Link

Darya Vikulova

GSOM SPbU

Yuriy Ekimov

SPbU

Nikita Ostanin

Innopolis University

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Moderator

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Break

14:15 - 14:45

«Digital Departments VS Career Centers»: Intellectual Show for DD and CC Leaders

14:45 - 15:45

In this exciting intellectual quiz show two teams — leaders of Career Centers and Digital Departments—will compete for the title of top experts on student and industry opinions. Who can guess the most popular answers to questions posed to students and employers? Who will be closer to the truth? Let's find out!

Host

Nikita Ostanin

Innopolis University

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Roborace

16:00 - 17:15

Take part in a dynamic competition where creativity, engineering skills, and programming collide in a thrilling roboracing showdown! This isn’t just a race—it’s an incredible opportunity to exchange ideas, connect with like-minded innovators, and spark inspiration for your next big breakthrough in robotics!