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Palestinian Education Initiative (PEI)
 Under the leadership of Their Excellencies Dr Sabri Saidam, former Minister of Telecommunications and Information Technology and Dr Naim Al-Hommus, Minister of Education and Higher Education of the Palestinian Authority, the PEI was launched at the World Economic Forum in Jordan in June 2005 at the Dead Sea. The overall objective of the PEI is the enhancement of the future of education in the Palestinian National Authority (PNA) through pedagogical techniques empowered by technology that catalyzes socio-economic development.
Objectives
- To improve the existing ICT utilization in the PNA education system and pave the way for the development of Knowledge Based Palestinian Economy through Public/Private collaboration
- To encourage innovation in the education system and throughout the Palestinian ICT industry by fostering a sustainable model of public/private partnership in an effective adaptation and use of information and communication technology in the education system
- To build the capacity of the PNA education, ICT and knowledge industry for the development of innovative learning solutions in partnership with world class and local firms, creating economic value leading to mutually beneficial business opportunity
- To enhance a student centered learning process that provides skills, knowledge, and experiences that will lead to employment and an entrepreneurial mindset.
For further information please visit the PEI website. Should you wish to explore engaging in the initiative please do not hesitate to email us at globaleducationinitiative@weforum.org
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"This initiative is in line with the e-transformation currently taking place in the Palestinian Authority through a number of promising projects.
The PEI will help us achieve our national ICT strategy, and the national vision towards the establishment of a Palestinian state which will be capable, within its limited resources, to positively contribute to the well being and stability of the region and world at large."
Dr Sabri Saidam, former Minister of Telecommunications and Information Technology, Palestianian Authority
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