2nd International Conference on Computational Social Science and Educational Technology

About The Conference

Introduction

In the era of Big Data and Artificial Intelligence, the analysis of social phenomena is undergoing a major transformation driven by computational approaches. Computational Social Science leverages data science, machine learning, network analysis, agent-based modeling, and natural language processing to understand, model, and predict complex social dynamics in digitally mediated environments.

The conference also addresses the impact of AI and computational methods on organizational management and economic systems. Data-driven decision-making, process optimization, algorithmic governance, risk analytics, digital platforms, and AI-enabled business models are reshaping how organizations operate and how value is created within contemporary economies.

In parallel, the event highlights advances in Educational Technology, including learning analytics, intelligent tutoring systems, adaptive learning environments, and AI-supported assessment. Particular attention is given to the alignment between education, digital skills development, and the transformation of work and organizations.

The organizing committee invites researchers, academics, doctoral students, and practitioners to contribute to the conference by submitting abstracts or full papers. Submissions may address theoretical, empirical, or applied research aligned with the conference themes, fostering interdisciplinary dialogue and international collaboration.

Who Should Attend?

🔬 AI & Cybersecurity Researchers

⚙️ Industry Practitioners

🌿 Green IT Specialists

📋 Policy Professionals

🎓 Graduate Students

👩‍🏫 Educators

Conference Scope

Topics

The conference invites submissions on theoretical, empirical, and applied research aligned with the following axes:

Axis 1 — Computational Social Science (CSS)

Computational modeling of social dynamics and collective behavior
Social network analysis and digital interaction mapping
Big data analytics for social and behavioral research
Technology adoption and diffusion in societies
Digital transformation and technology acceptance in organizations
Socio-economic impacts of AI and emerging technologies
Innovation ecosystems and platform economies
Trust, privacy, and digital identity in connected societies
Information diffusion, misinformation, and digital influence
Computational governance and public policy analytics
Smart cities and urban data analytics
Human–AI interaction in socio-technical systems
Ethical and societal implications of digital technologies

Axis 2 — Educational Technology (EduTech)

AI-supported education and curriculum innovation
Intelligent tutoring systems and adaptive learning environments
Learning analytics and student success prediction
Educational data mining and performance analytics
Digital learning platforms and online education ecosystems
Virtual, augmented, and immersive learning environments
Serious games and gamification in education
MOOCs and open education technologies
Automated assessment and feedback systems
Digital skills and future workforce competencies
Teacher digital transformation and pedagogical innovation
Ethics, inclusion, and accessibility in digital education
Cybersecurity awareness and digital safety education

Axis 3 — AI Applications and Cybersecurity

AI applications in cybersecurity and cyber defense
Machine learning for intrusion and anomaly detection
Cyber threat intelligence and predictive security analytics
AI-driven risk management and fraud detection
Privacy-preserving AI and secure data analytics
Blockchain and secure digital infrastructures
Adversarial AI and robust machine learning security
Cybersecurity in smart cities and IoT ecosystems
Cloud and edge security with AI integration
Human factors and behavioral cybersecurity
Governance and regulation of AI-enabled security systems
Cybersecurity education, training, and cyber ranges
Ethical implications of AI in surveillance and security

Participate

Submission, Event & Registration

🛡️

Special Event: Cybersecurity Challenge 2026

In conjunction with the conference, we are thrilled to host a high-stakes Cybersecurity Competition on the second day of the event. As digital transformation accelerates, the security of our social and educational infrastructures has never been more critical.

We invite students, engineers, and industry professionals to put their skills to the test in a series of real-world challenges covering network security, cryptography, and algorithmic defense. Whether you are an aspiring ethical hacker or a seasoned security expert, this is a unique opportunity to showcase your talent, network with peers, and compete for top honors.

Important Dates

May 1st, 2026

Submission Deadline

Deadline for abstract or full paper submissions

June 1st, 2026

Notification of Acceptance

Authors notified of decisions

June 30th, 2026

Camera Ready & Registration

Final paper submission and registration deadline

August 27th–28th, 2026

Conference Dates

Edinburgh, UK

📋 Submission Guidelines & Publication

Submission: Authors are kindly invited to submit their manuscripts via the submission form.
Publication: All accepted and presented contributions will be published as follows:
- (1) Abstracts will be included in the conference abstract book;
- (2) Short papers will be published in ITM Web of Conferences, indexed in DOAJ and ProQuest.
- (3) Full papers will be published in the Moroccan Journal of Quantitative and Qualitative Research (MJQR), indexed in Cairn.info, DOAJ, and EBSCO.
Language & Writing: All papers must be written in high-quality scientific English. The use of AI tools for content generation is strictly prohibited.
Originality & Plagiarism: All submissions must be original work. Papers will be screened via iThenticate; the maximum allowable similarity index is 15%.
Formatting: All submissions must strictly adhere to the official conference template. [Download Template Here]

🎟️ Conference Registration

Fees include certificate, documentation, lunch, and coffee break.

Participation Fees

Category	Online	Face-to-face
PhD Student	32 GBP (400 MAD)	60 GBP (750 MAD)
Academics	60 GBP (750 MAD)	80 GBP (1000 MAD)

Publication Fees

Category	Fee
Abstract (only)	16 GBP (200 MAD)
Short paper	80 GBP (1000 MAD)
Full paper	100 GBP (1200 MAD)

Organization

Committees

Organizing Committee

General Chairs

Pr. Amir HUSSAIN (Edinburgh Napier University, UK)
Pr. Aniss MOUMEN (Ibn Tofail University, Morocco)

Program Chairs

Pr. Kia DASHTIPOUR (Edinburgh Napier University, UK)
Pr. Mandar GOGATE (Edinburgh Napier University, UK)
Pr. Mohammed ZOUITEN (Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University, Morocco)

Publication Chair

Pr. Fatima Zahra SAHLI (Ibn Tofail University, Morocco)
Pr. Rachida EL YAMANI (Hassan 2 University, Morocco)

Finance Chair

Pr. Mohamed EL BOUHADDIOUI (ESMR, Morocco)
Pr. Fatima Zahra SAHLI (Ibn Tofail University, Morocco)

Workshop Chairs

Dr. Kawtar EL HAYANI (Hassan I University, Morocco)
Dr. Kawtar OUBDI (Mohamed V University, Morocco)
Dr. Abderrahmane MOUSSTAIN (Mohamed V University, Morocco)

Competition Chairs

Dr. Kia DASHTIPOUR (Edinburgh Napier University, UK)
Dr. Yassine MOUHSSINE (Ibn Tofail University, Morocco)

Publicity & Web Chair

Dr. Yassine MOUHSSINE (Ibn Tofail University, Morocco)
Dr. Bilal AGHOUTANE (Ibn Tofail University, Morocco)

Technical Program Committee

Abdellaoui BENYOUSSEF (Ibn Tofail University, ENSA Kenitra)
Abdelmajid ELOUADI (Ibn Tofail University, ENSA Kenitra)
Abdelouahed SABRI (Université Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah, FSDM Fès)
Abdennasser NAJI (AMAQUEN, Morocco)
Abderrahmane MOUSSTAIN (Université Hassan II, Casablanca)
Ahmed AIT ERROUHI (Ibn Tofail University, ENSA Kenitra)
Ahmed REMAIDA (Ibn Tofail University, ENSA Kenitra)
Ali IDRI (ENSIAS, Université Mohammed V, Rabat)
Ali YAHYAOUY (Université Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah, ENSA Fès)
Amina ABERCHOUM (ESEF Kénitra, Ibn Tofail University)
Aniss QOSTAL (Université Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah, FST Fès)
Aouatif AMINE (Ibn Tofail University, ENSA Kenitra)
Aouatif SAAD (Ibn Tofail University, Kenitra)
Ayoub AIT LAHCEN (Ibn Tofail University, ENSA Kenitra)
Badr AGHOUTANE (Université Moulay Ismaïl, FPE Meknès)
Badre BOSSOUFI (Université Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah, EST Oujda)
Banacer HIMMI (ISPITS de Rabat, Ministère de la Santé)
Bouchra BOUKLATA
Brahim AKSASSE (Université Moulay Ismaïl, Faculté des Sciences, Meknès)
Brahim EL BHIRI (EMSI, Ecole Marocaine des Sciences de l'Ingénieur)
Chaïmaâ KISSI (Ibn Tofail University, ENSA, Morocco)
Charaf HAJJAJ (Université Chouaïb Doukkali, Faculté des Sciences, El Jadida)
Douaa MOUHAJER (Ibn Tofaïl University, ENSA Kenitra)
El Houssaine OUABIDA (Ibn Tofail University, ENSA Kenitra)
Fatima Zahra SAHLI (Université Mohammed V, Faculté des Lettres et Sciences Humaines, Rabat)
Fouad NAFIS (Université Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah, FSDM Fès)
Gabriela Adina MOROSANU (University of Bucharest, Romania)
Habiba CHAOUI (Ibn Tofail University, ENSA Kenitra)
Hanaa HACHIMI (Ibn Tofail University, ENSA Kenitra)
Hassan MHARZI (Ibn Tofail University, ENSA Kenitra)
Ilham OUMAIRA (Ibn Tofail University, ENSA, Morocco)
Jihane GHARIB (Ibn Tofail University, ENSA Kenitra)
Kawtar EL HAYANI
Kawtar OUBDI (ISMAGI, Rabat)
Khalid CHOUGDALI (Ibn Tofail University, ENSA Kenitra)
Lamia DAGHOR (Université Privée de Marrakech)
Maria EL ARBAOUI
Mariem LIOUA EDDINE (Ibn Tofail University, Faculté d'Economie et de Gestion, Kenitra)
Mazri TOMADER (Ibn Tofail University, ENSA Kenitra)
Mehdia AJANA EL KHADDAR (Ibn Tofail University, ENSA Kenitra)
Mohamed Mustapha ZARROUK (Université Euro-Méditerranéenne de Fès)
Mohammed ZOUITEN (Université Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah, Faculté Polydisciplinaire de Taza)
Nabil EL MOUTAWAKIL EL ALAMI (Ibn Tofail University, Morocco)
Nezha MEJJAD (Université Hassan II, Faculté des Sciences Ben M'sik, Casablanca)
Ouidad AKHRIF (Ibn Tofail University, ENSA Kenitra)
Oumaima JAMAL EDDINE (Université Hassan II, Faculté des Sciences Ben M'sik, Casablanca)
Rachida EL YAMANI (Université Hassan II, FSJES Mohammedia)
Saida EL MENDILI (Ibn Tofail University, ENSA Kenitra)
Salmane BOUREKKADI (Ibn Tofail University, Kenitra)
Samir BENNANI (EMI, Ecole Mohammadia d'Ingénieurs, Université Mohammed V, Rabat)
Samira KHOULJI (Université Abdelmalek Essaâdi, ENSA Tétouan)
Sowmiya RANI (Cactus Communications, India)
Wiam AYRIR (Ibn Tofail University, ENSA Kenitra)
Yassine MOUHSSINE (Ibn Tofaïl University, ENSA Kenitra)
Younes ADNANI (Ibn Tofail University, Kenitra)
Younes LAKHRISSI (Université Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah, ENSA Fès)
Yousef FARHAOUI (Université Moulay Ismaïl, FST Meknès)
Youssef FAKHRI (Ibn Tofail University, Faculté des Sciences, Kenitra)
Youssef GAHI (Ibn Tofail University, ENSA Kenitra)

Student Committee

Anass BENABDELOUAHAB
Farajy NOUHAILA
Fatima Ezzahra CHADLI
Hajar HANINE
Hamza NOUIB
Hicham BOUTRACHEH
Hicham JAMIL
Jamal ELHASSAN
Mohamed BOUTAIB
Rachid EL ANSARI
Samia HAMAN
Yasser TAJMOUT
Yassine MOUHSSINE
Youssef RISSOUNI
Zineb BENTASSIL
Zineb SABRI

Computational Social Science and Educational Technology