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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."

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