A research, creation and innovation environment, the New Educational Technologies Unit (UNTE) is recognized for its varied services dedicated to the entire USJ community. In a transdisciplinary spirit, the Unit’s members are committed to disseminating scientific findings to its public. Strengthened by the contribution of its members, the UNTE is dedicated to ensuring that the activities as well as the creation and innovation projects are inclusive of the diversity of people and perspectives, the next generation, disciplines and approaches. Our ambition this year is clear: To carry out connected and sustainable work for the benefit of society and on a national scale.

UNTE releases the first issue of its Newsletter revolving around “Digital Technology for Inclusivity” and invites you to read the latest articles, the new AI-inspired phenomenal tool "ChatGPT" as well as innovative projects and news.

Happy reading to all !

There is growing consensus that the Information and communication technologies represent a real opportunity to improve educational inclusion and make educational content and activities accessible to all learners. In this sense, technologies acts as a catalyst, promoting a mindset shift that makes the learning environment more inclusive and supportive of student engagement whether it is those who learn at a slower rate or those gifted students who benefit from enrichment activities. From this standpoint, the New Educational Technologies Unit (UNTE) of Saint Joseph University of Beirut (USJ), is committed to promote inclusive excellence by working to ensure equitable access to opportunities, benefits, and digital resources and through engagement with the campuses and the community. (Read more ....)