Microsoft and ZAK Solutions showcase education technology at Edutech Conference 2014
Sunday, December 7, 2014
Microsoft Kuwait has joined ZAK Solutions, the leader in e-learning projects and a strategic advisor to the education sector in Kuwait, at the annual Kuwait Edutech Conference and Exhibition 2014. At this premiere education sector gathering, ZAK Solutions showcased solutions that simplify the implementation, maintenance, and use of technology to create effective environments in the classroom to drive digital literacy.
Commenting on the participation Mr Ashraf Fathy AbulKhair, Vice Chairman and Managing Director of ZAK Solutions said: “We have always backed the government’s efforts in developing educational systems and curricula, with a view to contributing towards socio-economic development and accelerating the evolution of a knowledge-based society. Together with Microsoft, we aim to empower youth across the country through technology that will prepare them to be competitive in today’s global economy.”
“Over the years, ZAK Solutions and Microsoft have contributed significantly to the ways in which students use technology in the classroom. We have worked with the Ministry of Education on a Datacentre for both teachers and students, and have also built the core infrastructure for connecting and managing the schools run by the MOE. We have also transformed the modern learning model through innovative use of cloud solutions”, he added.
Kuwait’s vision of the development especially in the education sector. We are committed, through working with our education partner, ZAK Solutions to provide the education sector in Kuwait with the latest technology to enhance matchless education experience.”
ZAK Solutions participated in the ‘one 2 one initiative’, which recommended providing a laptop for each student to help create a better learning experience. Students, teachers, school administrations and parent can benefit from productivity tools from ZAK solutions, including single sign on, Email, Lynn and office suite.
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