Egypt, Google, UNICEF to boost tech in education
During a visit to the United Kingdom (UK), Education and Technical Education Minister Mohamed Abdel Latif stressed his commitment to applying the highest international standards to assess the performance of students and teachers.
Abdel Latif noted the ministry focuses on introducing the best training programs for teachers for their capacity building, which will in turn enhance their skills.
The meeting focused on improving cooperation to implement successful models for integrating technology into education.
The discussions focused on reducing the burden on teachers and saving time through the optimal use of artificial intelligence.
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