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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. Prof. Moustafa Hassan said, "The participation of HBMSU in the
conference is a testament to our University's unwavering commitment to advancing
smart education. This emphasises our role in supporting and empowering PhD learners
in their research endeavours within the realms of smart, electronic, open, and distance
learning. Our focus remains on providing these learners with educational resources, as
well as global-level peer communication and learning opportunities."

The conference also featured the "Regional Perspectives on Quality Assurance: Good
Practices in the Age of Digital Education" panel, which addressed challenges of
ensuring quality in open, flexible, and distance learning, with the aim to accelerate the
adoption of best practices and foster global discussions on quality assurance standards.
Held under the theme 'Joining Hands in Peace for the Futures of Education', which
echoes the collective efforts required to provide access to educational resources and
shape the future of education worldwide, this conference witnessed the participation of
a wide number of individuals from across the globe. (ANI/WAM)

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