EdTech Center Western Balkans

Mission:

The EdTech Center Western Balkans aims to enhance the quality of education for all students in the region by leveraging educational technologies and innovative approaches.

Vision:

We envision a future where every young person in the Western Balkans has equal access to high-quality education, enabling them to thrive and make positive contributions to their lives and communities in the 21st century.

Objectives:

Develop human capacities in a knowledge-based economy by improving digital skills and competencies of education professionals.

Enhance the quality of the education system through effective and strategic use of information and communication technologies at all educational levels.

Foster accessibility, openness, efficiency, and equity in education through innovative technologies.

Contribute to the development of educational policies, instruments, and interventions in the field of educational technology and information communication technologies in education.

To fulfil organizations objectives, EdTech Centre’s WB span of work includes:

• Designing and implementing programs and projects related to education, information communication, and assistive technologies.

• Organizing conferences, training sessions, and events to enhance the digital skills and competencies of various target groups.

• Providing expert support and technical assistance in collaboration with educational institutions such as kindergartens, schools, and universities.

• Promoting innovative programs, projects, and best practices in educational technology and disseminating them to professionals and the general public.

• Collaborating with students, parents, and other stakeholders to improve academic achievements, motivation, and promote healthy lifestyles.

• Establishing a network of experts and practitioners to provide specialized assistance and knowledge sharing.

• Participating in the development of educational policies and measures regarding the application of educational technology and information communication technologies in education.

• Conducting analyses, surveys, reports, and assessments in the field of educational technology and information communication technologies in education.

• Monitoring and evaluating the impact of educational technology interventions, projects, and programs.

• Collaborating with similar organizations, both nationally and internationally, as well as with governmental institutions, NGOs, and educational centers.