Changes in the world, the times, and history are unfolding in unprecedented ways, driving the adaptation and adjustment of global education. The 2024 Global Smart Education Conference (GSE2024) opened in Beijing on August 18 (GMT+8). The conference, under the theme of “Educational Transformation & International Understanding,” brought together experts, scholars, and frontline teachers from educational, sci-tech, and business circles from across the globe to discuss ways to digitalize and transform education, follow digital strategies and plans in the international community, explore approaches to the digital transformation of education, reflect on issues and challenges at hand, and share new theories, technologies, views, and results regarding smart education. The conference has attracted more than 400 guests from across the globe and over 1,800 participants on the spot. The conference consisted of 16 forums and 11 thematic activities.

During the Opening Ceremony, GSENet report titled "Global Understanding of Smart Education in Digital Transformation" was unveiled, which is crucial for enhancing international understanding, deepening global education's digital transformation, and marking the start of the smart education era. At the Closing Ceremony, the "Global Smart Education Innovation Prize" was announced. Its establishment is significant for leading trends, strengthening international cooperation, and fostering sustainable development, recognizing outstanding contributions and injecting new vitality into global smart education.