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GEMS Students To Benefit From LG Technology
Published May 24, 2010
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Students across the GEMS global network of schools will have access to the very latest technology following the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between global leader and technology innovator, LG Electronics and GEMS Education’s parent company, Varkey Group Ltd.
LG electronics state of the art technology solutions will be incorporated across all schools, providing an advanced learning environment where IT tools are used across virtually all areas of the GEMS community.
LG Electronics which will also supply environmentally sustainable solutions which will take GEMS Education, the largest private K-12 education operator in the world, one step closer to fulfilling its vision of building and operating, ‘sustainable schools of the future.
Commenting on the agreement, Sunny Varkey, founder and chairman of GEMS, stated: “We firmly believe that the role of schools is to support students so that they are ready to thrive and compete in an increasingly competitive world, due to globalization. Providing a quality Education is the number one priority for GEMS Education and embracing smarter ways of learning will offer students a competitive edge when they graduate.
“It is vital for schools to adopt advanced solutions and in LG Electronics we have found a partner that provides the best solution for our technological needs, enabling a unique information sharing platform that will prepare our students for the future. Together we will implement state-of-the-art education solutions such as mobility, security & RFID, line of business automation and electronic school services”
Mr. K. W. Kim, CEO of LG Electronics Middle East and Africa Regional Company said, “GEMS Education is regarded as a pioneer of education innovation around the world, so LG Electronics, in its capacity as a global technology innovator sees many synergies between our two companies. IT plays such an important role in the learning process in schools, so we are proud to work with GEMS in order to help fulfill the ambitions of GEMS school children globally.
The introduction of a technology interface will not only provide students and teachers with access to a greater range of resources, but it will also make them more productive and facilitate creativity and deeper understanding of subject matter.
Teachers will be able to enhance their collaboration with colleagues, sharing lesson plans and other ideas. The technology is also expected to strengthen the bond between teachers, students and parents, giving the school a far more central role in family life.
For more information:
Hamad Malik
Director Marketing & Corporate Communication MEA
T: +9714-3340066
F: +9714-3344304
E: hamad@lge.com
Amina GRIMEN
T: +971 4 3344930
F: +971 4 3344923
E: Amina.Grimen@lg-one.com
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VMD - [Virtual Marketing Department]
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