Starting Saturday: Education and Teaching Tools Fair – Knowledge and Innovation in One Place

Under the slogan “Educated Serbia, Successful Serbia” and under the patronage of the Ministry of Education of the Republic of Serbia, the 53^rd Education and Teaching Tools Fair will take place this year from Saturday, 19 October to Sunday, 27 October 2024 in Hall 2C, together with the 67^th International Belgrade Book Fair.

As a leading center of the domestic and regional economy, the Belgrade Fair continues to highlight education as one of the most important priorities of the modern era through the organization of the Education and Teaching Tools Fair. Knowledge and education are the foundations upon which the development of every society rests, providing the key to progress in all aspects of life.

The Education and Teaching Tools Fair diligently follows the latest trends and innovations in educational policy and national strategy. It serves as a valuable source of information for the annual review, not only for educational institutions but also for professional development and the selection of educational profiles and future careers of young people from Serbia and the region.

The program concept of the fair, along with the accompanying professional events, encompasses all segments of educational system: formal and informal education, career guidance, entrepreneurship, education, textbooks and educational publications, encouragement of education, lifelong learning, knowledge transfer, inclusive education, talent nurturing, international cooperation, and more. An equally important part of the exhibition program includes equipment and tools for modern teaching and the work of educational institutions of various levels and fields.

Traditionally held in parallel with the International Belgrade Book Fair, this event serves as a unique platform for networking among representatives of educational institutions, educators, teachers, researchers, and publishers. This year’s program is designed as a successful combination of pedagogy, creativity, and technology, creating space for dialogue and the exchange of ideas that shape the future of education.

Visitors will be able to explore digital resources, interactive platforms, and educational applications that transform the learning process into a dynamic experience. The fair will also feature programs from educational institutions of various levels and fields, modern teaching tools, textbooks and other educational publications, didactic tools, and games that stimulate creativity, motor skills, and more.

creativity, motor skills, and more.

The Ministry of Education of the Republic of Serbia, a long-time patron of the fair, is actively involved in the event as an exhibitor. The Ministry’s stand will feature a rich program, thematically organized by day, showcasing talented preschoolers, pupils and students, and dedicated educators, teachers, and professors from across Serbia. This initiative aims to support their efforts and make their hard work more visible and recognizable. Kindergartens, primary and secondary schools, universities, student dormitories, and student cooperatives will present their work and examples of good practices.

Visitors will also be able to learn more about tolerance, understanding, and protection from peer violence. A special program for visitors will be prepared by artistic and music schools.

Accompanying Program

The exhibition segment of the event will be complemented by the accompanying program, which will take place in the Accompanying Program Room in Hall 2C. In addition to expert lectures, visitors will also have the opportunity to attend workshops, promotions, and presentations intended for the general public.

In addition to this program at the Hall, there will be daily programs at the Ministry of Education stand and exhibitors’ stands as well.

School Day – Thursday, October 24

School Day is intended for organized visits by students, teachers, school librarians, university students, and professors. Exhibitors will prepare a comprehensive program for School Day, designed for both younger and older students, as well as their teachers and educators.

The atmosphere and program of the event have been carefully designed to support students in their learning and development. For professionals in the field of education and teaching tools, this event represents an ideal place for exchanging knowledge, establishing new connections, and strengthening collaboration between educational institutions, publishers, and technological leaders.

Every year, the Belgrade Fair hosts around 100,000 visitors during the Education and Teaching Tools Fair and the Book Fair. This event is more than just an ordinary event; it is a unique opportunity for individuals and society as a whole to grow, learn, and realize their full potential through culture and education.