Huawei announced the implementation stage of the Technology-enabled Open Schools for All Phase II project in Brazil, Egypt, and Thailand at Digital Learning Week, UNESCOs flagship event on digital learning and the transformation of education. Running from 2024 to 2027, Phase II of the UNESCO-Huawei initiative will support the digital transformation of education in each of the three nations through digital open school models. These models combine technology innovations and human capabilities to create flexible, resilient, inclusive, and quality learning environments that blend offline and online learning. The implementation stage of the projects Phase II follows the design stage, which was launched in April 2024, to establish the specific needs and priorities of the three nations.
Dr. Mohamed Abdel-Salam, Minister of Education of Egypt, and H.E. Amina Mohammed, Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations. The announcement was made during a panel discussion on “Building a Sustainable Future for Education: Leveraging Technology for Inclusive and Equitable Education.” The panel discussion highlighted the importance of technology in bridging the digital divide and ensuring equitable access to quality education for all. The announcement was made by Mr.
Aligned with Huaweis TECH4ALL digital inclusion program, the technology aspect of the Open School initiative centers on connecting schools, providing training for educators in ICT skills, and the development of digital education resources. The Open School approach aims to drive the human-centered digital transformation of the education sector through connectivity, competence, and content, said Joyce Liu, Director of the TECH4ALL Program Office at Huawei. Through a partnership approach that leverages technology tailored to specific national priorities, we believe that we can realize equitable and inclusive access to lifelong learning opportunities for all. The Brazil Open School project centers on advancing inclusion and green-oriented learning. Aligned with the nations Connected Schools Strategy, the project will build five smart schools, while two digital training centers will provide training for teachers in ICT skills, and digital courses will enable online learning.
This project, launched in 2010, has been instrumental in providing access to quality education for children in remote areas. The Open School project is a collaborative effort between the Thai government and a non-profit organization, the Global Education Foundation. The project’s success hinges on the partnership between these two entities, as they work together to address the challenges of providing quality education in remote areas.
The Phase I Open School projects in Ethiopia and Ghana also delivered significant progress in advancing educational technology and empowering educators:
