ECAE to unveil cutting-edge EdTech solutions at GITEX Global 2024

emirates7 - The Emirates College for Advanced Education (ECAE) is set to showcase its latest innovations in educational technology at GITEX Global 2024, the largest technology event in the world, taking place from October 14 to 18 in Dubai.

At the event, ECAE will present advanced AI-powered tools, immersive Virtual Reality (VR) experiences, and sustainability-focused solutions, demonstrating its leadership in fostering a research-based educational ecosystem that aligns with Abu Dhabi's digital transformation strategy.

Participating in the Abu Dhabi Government Pavilion under the theme "Towards an AI Native Government," ECAE will illustrate how AI, VR, and Metaverse technologies are transforming the learning landscape. These innovations aim to a more interactive, personalized, and immersive educational experience, enhancing knowledge retention and the application of real-world skills. This strategy prepares both students and educators for a technology-driven future.

ECAE's initiatives support the UAE's vision of developing a future-ready, AI-empowered society in line with the UAE Centennial Plan 2071 and Abu Dhabi's Economic Vision 2030.

Visitors to the Abu Dhabi Government Pavilion will have the opportunity to explore ECAE’s diverse range of educational technologies organized into three main categories: Services and Experiences, Emerging Technology, and Sustainable Technology.

Highlights include the Digital Human Assistant and the Smart Educational Assistant Chatbot, both designed to offer personalized, real-time support. ECAE will also introduce two new VR-based platforms focusing on environmental responsibility and risk management, along with a Gamified AI Learning Experience Quest that combines AI with gamification to engaging learning experiences.

Dr. May Al Taee, Vice-Chancellor of ECAE, stated, "ECAE is leading the way in harnessing innovative technologies such as AI and VR to reshape the preparation of educators for future challenges. Our participation at GITEX underscores our commitment to equipping educators with AI-driven tools that contribute to a knowledge-based society in alignment with the UAE's strategic initiatives."

Sultan Al Ameri, Deputy Vice-Chancellor of ECAE, remarked, “At GITEX, ECAE will highlight pioneering educational technologies in VR, AI, and the Metaverse, providing immersive, personalized experiences that ready future generations for a technology-oriented world.”

ECAE's presentation underscores its role as a leader in educational innovation, contributing to the UAE's ambition to develop a competitive, knowledge-based global economy.