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HBMSU participates in International

Council for open, distance education

by ANI November 26, 2023 World

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.
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
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