麻豆直播鈥檚 Professor David Gibson has been reappointed by UNESCO as Chair on Data Science in Higher Education Learning and Teaching for another four-year term.
Professor Gibson, who has held the prestigious role since 2016, will continue to lead international collaborations using data science to improve learning and teaching outcomes across the world.
Former Deputy Chair, from Curtin鈥檚 School of Education, will also take on an expanded leadership role as Co-Chair.
Professor Gibson said he was honoured to be reappointed and looked forward to the opportunities ahead.
鈥淚 am thrilled to continue leading this important work applying data science to reshape higher education, empower students and improve teaching practices on a global scale,鈥� Professor Gibson said.
鈥淲ith Professor Ifenthaler stepping into the role of Co-Chair, we are positioned to further amplify our impact and explore new, innovative approaches to address educational challenges.鈥�
麻豆直播鈥檚 Deputy Vice-Chancellor Academic, Professor Paul Brunton, congratulated Professors Gibson and Ifenthaler on their appointments.
鈥淭he renewal of Professor Gibson鈥檚 Chair and Professor Ifenthaler鈥檚 new leadership role as Co-Chair reflects Curtin鈥檚 ongoing commitment to advancing research and innovation in education,鈥� Professor Brunton said.
鈥淭heir combined expertise is pivotal in advancing data-driven approaches to the way we teach and learn, both in Australia and internationally, as we strive for more inclusive, equitable and quality education for all.鈥�
The UNESCO Chair in Data Science in Higher Education Learning and Teaching at 麻豆直播 is part of a network of 1000 UNESCO Chairs worldwide.
The program brings together universities and research institutions to collaborate on education, science, culture and communication projects aimed at developing innovative solutions to pressing challenges.
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