Shanmugam, R., & Perumal, M. G., & Krishnamoorthy, U. M. (2025, March), Bridging Tradition and Innovation: A Thoughtful Approach to Future-Ready Education  Paper presented at 2025 ASEE North Central Section  (NCS) Annual Conference, Marshall University, Huntington, West Virginia. 10.18260/1-2--54652

\bibitem{asee_peer_54652}
  Shanmugam, R., \& Perumal, M. G., \& Krishnamoorthy, U. M. (2025, March), \emph{Bridging Tradition and Innovation: A Thoughtful Approach to Future-Ready Education}
  Paper presented at 2025 ASEE North Central Section  (NCS) Annual Conference, Marshall University, Huntington, West Virginia.
  10.18260/1-2--54652

Ragavanantham Shanmugam, Madhan Gopal Perumal, and Uma Maheswari Krishnamoorthy.  "Bridging Tradition and Innovation: A Thoughtful Approach to Future-Ready Education".  2025 ASEE North Central Section  (NCS) Annual Conference, Marshall University, Huntington, West Virginia, 2025, March.  ASEE Conferences, 2025.  https://peer.asee.org/54652 Internet.  14 Jun, 2025

\bibitem{asee_peer_54652}
  Ragavanantham Shanmugam, Madhan Gopal Perumal, and Uma Maheswari Krishnamoorthy.
  "Bridging Tradition and Innovation: A Thoughtful Approach to Future-Ready Education".
  \emph{2025 ASEE North Central Section  (NCS) Annual Conference, Marshall University, Huntington, West Virginia, 2025, March}.
  ASEE Conferences, 2025.
  https://peer.asee.org/54652 Internet.  14 Jun, 2025

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AB  - Education is evolving to meet the demands of an increasingly digital and interconnected world. Traditional teaching methodologies, which emphasize rote memorization and standardized testing, often fail to engage modern learners or develop critical 21st-century skills such as adaptability, collaboration, and digital literacy. In response, educational institutions worldwide are implementing innovative curricula and modern teaching techniques to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes. This paper explores the challenges of conventional education, including its rigid structure, lack of practical application, minimal technology integration, and assessment-driven learning. To address these shortcomings, new pedagogical approaches such as experiential learning, game-based education, adaptive learning platforms, and competency-based models are gaining traction. Additionally, advancements in artificial intelligence, augmented reality, and virtual reality are transforming the educational landscape by providing personalized, interactive, and immersive learning experiences. Countries like Finland, Singapore, and South Korea have successfully implemented progressive, student-centered learning models that integrate technology and hands-on experiences. These approaches have influenced educational reform in the United States, particularly in STEM education, digital learning infrastructure, and teacher training programs. Furthermore, federal funding and research initiatives have fueled the adoption of innovative teaching strategies, fostering a more inclusive and effective learning environment. By analyzing global education trends and tailoring them to local needs, this paper highlights best practices for integrating modern teaching techniques into U.S. education systems. A shift towards student-centered, technology-enhanced learning models is essential to prepare future generations for the dynamic and technology-driven workforce of tomorrow.
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