Digital learning platforms from China, Ireland win UNESCO King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa Award

TDT | Manama  

The Daily Tribune – www.newsofbahrain.com

The 2022 edition of the UNESCO King Hamad Bin Isa Al-Khalifa Prize for the Use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) in Education will be awarded to “Smart Education of China”, implemented by the National Centre for Educational Technology of China, and “The National Resource Hub”, ran by the National Forum for Enhancement of Teaching and Learning in Higher Education of Ireland.

The two laureates will each receive US$ 25,000 for their work in making public digital learning platforms and digital content universally accessible, developing digital competencies for all teachers and learners, and promoting universal connectivity in education.

The Award Ceremony will take place on 7th September 2023 during UNESCO’s flagship  Digital Learning Week at its Paris headquarters. Discussions during the week will focus on digital learning platforms and the role of artificial intelligence - especially generative AI - to steer the human-centered digital transformation of education.

The winning projects were selected from 98 nominations submitted by 58 UNESCO Member States and seven NGOs in official relations with UNESCO. The 2022 edition of the Prize had the theme “The use of public platforms to ensure inclusive access to digital education content”.

Established in 2005 and supported by Bahrain,  the  UNESCO King Hamad Bin Isa Al-Khalifa Prize for the Use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) in Education rewards every year individuals and organizations that enhance teaching, learning and overall education performance. An international Jury selects two best projects annually.