Dubai is hosting the two day Microsoft in Education Global Forum on the 22nd and 23rd February at the Grand Hyatt, Dubai. The forum will discuss education transformations in relation to workforce and as an enabler for competitiveness and Economic growth.
The event will also focus on innovative practices using technologies that can help drive rich learning experiences and highlight the achievements of teachers and schools from around the Middle East and Africa, as well as India, who are successfully using technology to engage their students and prepare them for the future.
Anthony Salcito, Vice President, Worldwide Education at Microsoft, will deliver the opening keynote and stated that,”The Global Forum in Dubai is an opportunity for education professionals to discuss how technology can address key challenges in education for the 21st century. The forum will explore the transformation of education, considering the roles of industry trends such as mobility, cloud, access and learning analytics in solving key challenges”
“There has been a rise in youth unemployment globally and to tackle that problem head-on, Microsoft programs like YouthSpark work with governments and NGO’s globally to empower young people to do more and achieve more by expanding their access to Computer Science education.”
Samer Abu Ltaif, Regional General Manager, Microsoft Gulf said “Microsoft continues to advocate for the integration of technology into the education system and has partnered with the UAE and other governments in the Middle East and Africa region to equip schools, teachers and students with smart learning solutions such as Microsoft Office 365 and Windows 8 devices equipped with education apps. The Microsoft in Education Global Forum in Dubai provides a platform for sharing ideas on how to make technology accessible for all students and teachers in the region. It is no doubt that technology has transformed learning experiences forever, and at Microsoft, we remain committed to helping educators leverage technology to equip students with the skills they need to prepare learners for work and life.”
