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Huawei showcases the achievements of the "Technology-enabled Open Schools for All" project in cooperation with UNESCO

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Thursday, October 26, 2023
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The learning center was developed as part of the UNESCO-Huawei Technology-enabled Open Schools for All project, which is running in Egypt, Ghana, and Ethiopia from 2020 to 2023.

Key Points: 
  • The learning center was developed as part of the UNESCO-Huawei Technology-enabled Open Schools for All project, which is running in Egypt, Ghana, and Ethiopia from 2020 to 2023.
  • Alongside the launch of the learning center, the forum explored best practices in relation to the TeOSS project.
  • Implemented in partnership with the ministries of education in Egypt, Ethiopia, and Ghana, the UNESCO-Huawei TeOSS project is piloting and testing digital education platforms in the three African nations.
  • The forum was attended by government ministers and senior representatives from Egypt, Ethiopia, and Ghana; representatives from UNESCO and Huawei; TeOSS partners; and international experts.

Huawei showcases the achievements of the "Technology-enabled Open Schools for All" project in cooperation with UNESCO

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, October 26, 2023
UNESCO, Learning, Capacity building, National Center on Education and the Economy, Policy, Education, Distance education, National Institute of Open Schooling, UNICEF, Digital platform (infrastructure), Vocational education, Competence, Teacher, Ministry, National Distance Running Hall of Fame, Continuity, Speech, COVID-19, Student, Partnership, Professionals' Academy of Commerce, African, Future, Tutoring, Tourism, Huawei

The learning center was developed as part of the UNESCO-Huawei Technology-enabled Open Schools for All project, which is running in Egypt, Ghana, and Ethiopia from 2020 to 2023.

Key Points: 
  • The learning center was developed as part of the UNESCO-Huawei Technology-enabled Open Schools for All project, which is running in Egypt, Ghana, and Ethiopia from 2020 to 2023.
  • Alongside the launch of the learning center, the forum explored best practices in relation to the TeOSS project.
  • Implemented in partnership with the ministries of education in Egypt, Ethiopia, and Ghana, the UNESCO-Huawei TeOSS project is piloting and testing digital education platforms in the three African nations.
  • The forum was attended by government ministers and senior representatives from Egypt, Ethiopia, and Ghana; representatives from UNESCO and Huawei; TeOSS partners; and international experts.

APEC CEO Summit USA 2023 To Convene World Leaders and Business Executives to Discuss Creating Economic Opportunity

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Saturday, May 27, 2023
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SEATTLE, May 27, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The United States will host the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) CEO Summit convening more than 1,000 business executives and welcoming key world leaders from across the Asia-Pacific at the Moscone Center in San Francisco from November 15-16, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • SEATTLE, May 27, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The United States will host the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) CEO Summit convening more than 1,000 business executives and welcoming key world leaders from across the Asia-Pacific at the Moscone Center in San Francisco from November 15-16, 2023.
  • The APEC CEO Summit USA 2023 will feature 30+ speakers from the public and private sectors, representing various industries, emerging voices, entrepreneurs, philanthropists, and world leaders from large and small economies.
  • Visit the APEC CEO Summit USA 2023 website for the latest information on the program, newly confirmed speakers, and registration updates.
  • Members of the media are welcome to attend and cover the APEC CEO Summit USA 2023.

HII’s Ingalls Shipbuilding Hosts Shipbuilder Academy “Signing Day” For High School Seniors

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Friday, May 12, 2023
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PASCAGOULA, Miss., May 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII’s (NYSE: HII) Ingalls Shipbuilding division hosted a signing day ceremony Thursday for the 2023 graduates of its Shipbuilder Academy program.

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  • PASCAGOULA, Miss., May 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII’s (NYSE: HII) Ingalls Shipbuilding division hosted a signing day ceremony Thursday for the 2023 graduates of its Shipbuilder Academy program.
  • Successfully completing the Academy’s one-year specialized career technical education program, 23 high school seniors were offered full-time positions at Ingalls Shipbuilding where they will begin their careers after as shipbuilders.
  • Upon their high school graduation, these students will join the Ingalls workforce as shipbuilders.
  • Photos accompanying this release are available at: https://hii.com/news/hii-ingalls-shipbuilding-hosts-shipbuilder-academy-...
    The Ingalls Shipbuilder Academy established in 2016 with a mission to provide enrolled students with a strong foundation in the maritime industry and to fill shipbuilding positions at Ingalls.

Education and Tech Leaders Come Together to Offer Guidance on Integrating AI Safely into Classrooms Worldwide

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023
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SEATTLE, May 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Code.org, ETS, ISTE, Khan Academy, and World Economic Forum today announced the formation of TeachAI, bringing together education, nonprofit, and technology partners to assist governments and education authorities with integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into primary and secondary curricula worldwide while protecting student safety, respecting privacy rights, and addressing issues of bias and misinformation.

Key Points: 
  • TeachAI will bring critical voices across education, policy, and technology to develop a practical framework for teaching with AI and teaching about AI.
  • These leaders will help shape three key outputs of TeachAI:
    TeachAI will recommend best practices for policymakers, education leaders, teachers, and companies on safely incorporating AI in primary and secondary education curriculum standards, courses, tools, assessments, and professional learning.
  • TeachAI will create recommendations for a global audience, reflecting the need for CS instruction to teach about AI and using AI.
  • Code.org, dedicated to expanding access to computer science education in schools worldwide, is working to bring AI education and AI tools into every classroom through curriculum, teacher training, and tools.

Dr. Carey Wright Joins DreamBox Learning® Board of Directors

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Tuesday, February 7, 2023
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In 2019, Dr. Wright was one of seven education leaders appointed by U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos to serve on the National Assessment Governing Board.

Key Points: 
  • In 2019, Dr. Wright was one of seven education leaders appointed by U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos to serve on the National Assessment Governing Board.
  • Dr. Wright is a board member of EdReports and the National Center for the Improvement of Educational Assessment.
  • She is also the past president of the board of directors for the Council of Chief State School Officers, a former Chiefs for Change executive board member, and an alumnus of the Broad Academy.
  • “I’ve seen firsthand the power of DreamBox’s adaptive, personalized learning solutions in classrooms across the state of Mississippi,” said Dr. Wright.

CAE Discusses Measurement of Essential Skills During ‘Research on International Studies in Education’ Webinar Series

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Monday, February 6, 2023
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RISE showcases research using data from international studies and promotes sharing and discussion about how data-based evidence can be used for improving educational outcomes.

Key Points: 
  • RISE showcases research using data from international studies and promotes sharing and discussion about how data-based evidence can be used for improving educational outcomes.
  • “The results indicate the importance of measuring and improving higher education students’ critical thinking and written communication skills on an international level,” said Dr. Zahner.
  • “These are the skills students need – and employers are seeking – in order to help ensure academic and career success.
  • Assessment, combined with a concerted effort to improve students’ higher order skills, is an essential component of best practice.”
    A recording of the Jan. 26 live webinar is available for on-demand viewing .

Claudia Bartra Teams Up With Fusion Academy to Promote Anti-Bullying Initiative

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Tuesday, January 24, 2023
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Bartra is actively involved in the community, notably with La Granja, her successful chain of award-winning Peruvian restaurants .

Key Points: 
  • Bartra is actively involved in the community, notably with La Granja, her successful chain of award-winning Peruvian restaurants .
  • Bartra deeply values the power of education, and her collaboration with Fusion Academy is no exception.
  • With one-to-one classrooms and personalized instruction, Fusion Academy can center every student's needs while providing opportunities to interact with other students.
  • Visit Fusion Academy for information, and to learn more about Claudia Bartra, go to www.claudiabartra.com .

Japan's Iconic Rock Star YOSHIKI Announces His Holiday Wish & Donation to Help All Refugees Affected by War in Ukraine

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Monday, December 26, 2022
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This donation will enable IOM to further support all those affected by the war in Ukraine and will directly support emergency relief operations in Ukraine and neighboring countries.

Key Points: 
  • This donation will enable IOM to further support all those affected by the war in Ukraine and will directly support emergency relief operations in Ukraine and neighboring countries.
  • I hope this gift will support people in need and hope this charity movement will continue to spread and inspire others to help.
  • I'm praying for all those people affected by the war and hoping this donation will help in any way possible."
  • They need our help, and thanks to contributions like this, IOM can continue to assist those severely impacted by the war."

Mathnasium Hires Chief Development Officer

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Monday, December 19, 2022
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LOS ANGELES, Dec. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Mathnasium, an international franchise leader with over 1,000 math tutoring centers and counting, has appointed Kevin Shen as Chief Development Officer. 

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, Dec. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Mathnasium, an international franchise leader with over 1,000 math tutoring centers and counting, has appointed Kevin Shen as Chief Development Officer.
  • Kevin joins Mathnasium with 13 years of investment banking and franchising experience.
  • The Mathnasium Method™ is a proven proprietary teaching method and the driving force behind the company's growth since 2002.
  • With more than 1,100 learning centers worldwide, Mathnasium has been ranked on Entrepreneur Magazine's list of top 500 franchises 15 times since 2004.