Vibe Coding for Teachers 2027 (Kuala Lumpur)
Description
Vibe Coding for Teachers: Creating Interactive Lessons Without Learning to Code
Join James Abela for a practical, hands-on session exploring vibe coding - a new way of creating interactive learning materials and automating everyday teaching tasks using plain English prompts.
This session is designed specifically for teachers who do not teach Computer Science. No coding knowledge is required.
Participants will see how tools such as Canva Code and Google Opal can be used to:
Turn static slides and worksheets into interactive activities
Add quick engagement to lessons without extra software
Automate planning, summaries, and routine admin tasks
Save time while improving what students see and interact with
The session will also address the limits of vibe coding, helping teachers understand when these tools work well, where caution is needed, and how to use them responsibly in a classroom context.
Expect live demonstrations, practical examples, and time to try things out yourself. The focus is on confidence, clarity, and realistic classroom use rather than technical depth.
Agenda
9:30 - 10:00 Arrival and refreshments
10:00 - 10:45 Introduction
10:45 - 11:15 Vibe Tools Roundabout - Canva, Gemini & Google Sites
11:15 - 12:00 Development Setup
12:00 - 12:20 Industry insights
12:20 - 13:00 Lunch break
13:00 - 13:30 How to Publish Your Tool
13:30 - 14:15 First Draft Build
14:15 - 15:00 Celebration and Wrap Up
Suggested Tools and Hardware
AI Tools
Beginners: Canva AI
Intermediate: Gemini, Claude or ChatGPT
Advanced: Antigravity & Cursor
Hardware: Mac or Windows. (Chromebooks are possible, but limiting)
Presenter
James Abela
James Abela, Director of Digital Learning and Entrepreneurship at Garden International School, combines his extensive industry experience with a passion for education. Since 2012, he has been instrumental in shaping the UK computing curriculum. He is the author of Vibe Coding: From Idea to App at the Speed of Flow, Creating SwiftUI Apps in Playgrounds, Parenting and Teaching in the Age of AI, The Gamified Classroom and the Oxford University Press IB Diploma Computer Science book. As the founder of the Southeast Asia Computer Science Teachers Association (SEACSTA), James has become a key figure in computer science education. His accolades include being named 21st Century Teacher of the Year in 2014, an Apple Distinguished Educator (Class Cork 2012), and a finalist for the Cambridge Dedicated Teacher Award in 2023. James also runs workshops and writes curriculum resources, inspiring students to pursue their passions and attend world-renowned universities such as Harvard, Cambridge, Imperial and Carnegie Mellon.
Ian Pittman
Ian Pittman, Head of Educational Technologies and Sustainability Lead at The International School @ ParkCity in Kuala Lumpur, brings extensive experience in teaching and digital learning. An Apple Distinguished Educator since 2007 and an Apple Learning Coach, he has also represented Malaysia on Apple’s Education Advisory Board. With a background in primary education, Ian has worked in Malaysia since 2002, previously holding leadership roles at the Alice Smith School, including Head of Primary ICT and Learning Technologies Leader. He regularly presents at educational technology conferences across the region, sharing his experience with fellow educators. Ian also leads professional learning focused on AI and digital tools, encouraging teachers to experiment with new approaches to classroom practice. His sessions help educators explore ways to create better resources, enrich learning experiences and strengthen student feedback through technology.
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