Smart learning initiative to revamp public schools - Zawya

Smart learning initiative to revamp public schools - Zawya:

Dubai: Learning in public schools will soon be more interactive and fun as His Highness Shaikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, yesterday launched a Dh1 billion e-learning initiative.

The Mohammad Bin Rashid Smart Learning Initiative will bring together pupils, teachers, parents and administrators on an interactive e-platform. It will be implemented in four phases over five years.

A pilot of the project will be introduced in 18 schools covering Grade 6 to 9 from September. Classrooms will have e-boards and 4G networks while every student will have a tablet.