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11/25/24, 2:54 PM dayofdubai.com | 3rd UNESCO World OER Congress in Dubai Concludes with Action Plan to Empower Students Worldwide
Education
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3rd UNESCO World OER Congress In Dubai
Concludes With Action Plan To Empower
Students Worldwide
The 3rd UNESCO World Open Educational Resources (OER) Congress, jointly organized by
UNESCO and the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF), has concluded
successfully after two days of transformative discussions and sessions. This landmark event, held for
the first time in the Arab region, brought together over 500 participants, including global leaders,
policymakers, and educators, to explore innovative approaches to inclusive and equitable education.
Themed “Digital Public Goods: Open Solutions and AI for Inclusive Access to Knowledge,” the
congress emphasized the potential of OER and emerging technologies in ensuring global educational
equity. High-level attendees included ministers, academics, and representatives from the private
sector, along with experts from UNESCO, ICESCO, ALECSO, and other international organizations.
Key Highlights and Discussions
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