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Press Release

To reinforce its Leadership in Smart Education

Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University participates in the International

Council for Open and Distance Education

November 26, 2023: Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU) participated in the 29th

International Council for Open and Distance Education (ICDE) World Conference 2023 in Costa Rica,
underscoring its prominent leadership in the global higher education landscape. HBMSU’s contribution
involves the promotion of a culture of research, and innovative and excellence-driven standards in

education. This is achieved through a strategic partnership with ICDE in organising the Pre-conference
Global Doctoral Consortium (GDC) session. This collaboration aimed to empower and support doctoral
students in their research within the fields of smart, electronic, open, and distance learning throughout

their academic journey towards earning a Ph.D.

H.E. Dr. Mansoor Alawar, Chancellor of Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU),

stated, “With an unwavering commitment to enhance its global presence, HBMSU actively engages in
international forums of smart education. This commitment was the driving force behind our
participation in the ICDE World Conference 2023, enhancing the international standing of HBMSU

and reinforcing the principles of innovation and excellence in education development. Additionally, our
participation in these globally renowned conferences solidifies the University's partnerships on the
education map with major institutions, councils, and international organisations. This aligns with the

vision of the leadership of the UAE, the directives of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin
Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, HBMSU President.”

This global event, hosted by Universidad Estatal a Distancia, (UNED) in Costa Rica, featured engaging
presentations on relevant topics delivered by experts in the field, along with moderated thematic
discussion tables. Ph.D. students also had the opportunity to present their work in a secure
environment, receiving valuable feedback from peers and academic experts onsite. Prof. Moustafa

Hassan, Vice-chancellor of International Cooperation at HBMSU, represented the University at this
event, where he actively engaged in the Pre-conference Global Doctoral Consortium (GDC) session on

November 06, 2023. During the session, Prof. Hassan delivered a presentation to highlight HBMSU's
foundational role as a partner in GDC, emphasising its commitment to knowledge dissemination and
collaboration.