DRAFT DUBAI DECLARATION ON OER: DIGITAL PUBLIC GOODS AND EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES FOR EQUITABLE AND INCLUSIVE ACCESS TO KNOWLEDGE

"Emerging technologies have the potential to enhance inclusive and equitable access to quality OER. For example, text-to-speech or AI-based translation services can support activities to make OER more accessible. Ensuring that OERs are accessible in low-bandwidth scenarios is essential to make these resources inclusive and equitable. Blockchain can support the principles of inclusivity and participation by enabling transparent and accessible sharing of OER globally. This can facilitate the creation, adaptation, and sharing of OER while respecting intellectual property rights...."