Global MOOC and Online Education Conference 2024

co-hosted by Global MOOC and Online Education
Alliance (GMA) and UNESCO IITE

“Reimagining the Future of
Higher Education in the Intelligence Era”

Main conference: 12 December 2024
Plenary Sessions 1 & 2: 12 December 2024
Plenary Sessions 3 & 4: 13 December 2024
London, UK

Conference Agenda

On behalf of 

Global MOOC and Online Education Alliance and UNESCO IITE,

we are pleased to invite you to the 2024 Global MOOC and Online Education Conference this December!

The global education landscape is undergoing a significant transformation due to rapid digital advancements and the emergence of generative AI. This shift should be aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 4 (UN SDG 4), which promotes inclusive, equitable, and quality education, along with increased lifelong learning opportunities for all. The 2024 Global MOOC and Online Education Conference, themed “Reimagining the Future of Higher Education in the Intelligence Era”, will be held at Queen Mary University of London, in U.K. This event aims to address both the challenges and opportunities presented by these changes.

The upcoming conference addresses the urgent need to adapt education systems in response to the disruptions caused by generative AI. It will explore effective ways to integrate these technologies into curricula and teaching methods while also addressing the risks associated with errors and biased information. This initiative aligns with UNESCO’s efforts to establish the first global standard on AI ethics, which was unanimously adopted by its Member States.

The 2024 conference aims to continue this work by capitalizing on digital technology to innovate educational ideas, reforming educational models, and actively contributing to transforming higher education in the intelligence era while enhancing educational equity and outcomes, and developing high-quality MOOC and online education.

Encourage the innovative development of new education methods and models to improve quality of higher education

Foster the integration of digital technology and the higher education system to ensure high-quality resources are more inclusive and equitable for all learners

Promote the building of a community with a shared future for mankind and expand global cooperation under a common vision.

We look forward to connecting with you for the Global MOOC and Online Education Conference! Don’t hesitate to reach out to [email protected] if you have any questions.

The conference will begin in

  

Plenary Sessions

  • Transforming Higher Education for the Future: Exploring In-Depth Reconstruction of University Models
  • Navigating Ethical Considerations of AI: Challenges and Solutions from a Global Perspective
  • Embracing the New Era of Lifelong Learning: Integrating Future-Oriented Workforce Skills with Digital Literacy
  • Reshaping Teaching and Learning Paradigms with Technological Innovation: Transforming Skills-Centered and Practice-Based Learning
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Your Conference Co-organizers

Your Conference Co-hosts

Queen Mary University of London

Queen Mary University of London is one of England’s leading universities and a member of the Russell Group. With a history dating back to 1785 , it has long been a pioneer of research and education. Renowned for its international reputation, it attracts students from over 170 nationalities, making it a diverse and global institution.

Tsinghua University

Tsinghua University was established in 1911. As one of China’s most prestigious and influential universities, it is committed to cultivating global citizens who will thrive in today’s world and become tomorrow’s leaders. Through the pursuit of education and research at the highest level of excellence, it is developing innovative solutions that will help solve pressing problems in China and the world.

Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications


Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications was established in 1955. It is a key national university distinguished by the teaching and research in the field of cable communications, wireless communications, computer, and electronic engineering.

Global MOOC Conference 2024

“Reimagining the Future of Higher Education in the Intelligence Era”

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Global MOOC and Online Education Conference (GMC)

“MOOC and online education are triggering a profound learning revolution, and drastically transforming the ideas, methods, forms and models of higher education.” Beijing Declaration on MOOC Development: Learning Revolution and Higher Education Transformation (2020)