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HBMSU participates in International

Council for open, distance education

ByAlJazeera

November 26, 2023

Abu Dhabi [UAE], November 26 (ANI/WAM): 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.

Dr Mansoor Alawar, Chancellor of Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU),
stated, “With an unwavering commitment to enhancing 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 H.H. 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. PhD students also had the opportunity to
present their work in a secure environment, receiving valuable feedback from peers and
academic experts on-site.

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 6th November 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.

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