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Press Release
3rd UNESCO World OER Congress in Dubai draws to successful
conclusion with action plan to empower students across world
Key recommendations have been put forth concerning the need for countries to
offer open educational materials to achieve comprehensive access to information
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Dubai, UAE, 22 November 2024- The 3 UNESCO World Open Educational Resources (OER)
Congress, organized by the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization
(UNESCO) and the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF),
successfully concluded recently, after two transformative days of high-level discussions and
breakout sessions.
Themed ‘Digital Public Goods: Open Solutions and AI for Inclusive Access to Knowledge’, the
event was held for the first time in the Arab region, congregating global leaders, policymakers,
and educational institutions to emphasize the significance of leveraging OER and emerging
technologies to ensure equitable access to education across the world. More than 500 global
participants attended this two-day event, including ministers, academics, and representatives
from the private sector.
During a session titled ‘Leveraging Open Solutions for a Resilient Digital Compact Environment’,
Dr. Tawfik Jelassi, Assistant Director-General for Communication and Information, UNESCO,
emphasized the vast benefits of OER in navigating worldwide education challenges. He
underscored the importance of countries and organizations working together and leveraging
successful experiences to offer educational solutions. Additionally, Dr. Jelassi highlighted the use
of advanced digital tools to enhance the education field.
His Excellency Jamal bin Huwaireb, CEO of the MBRF, said: “The congress made significant
strides toward delivering open educational resources to underserved communities. It marks a new
achievement in the enduring collaboration between the MBRF, the UN, and its associated bodies.
