Mauritania Hosts International Conference on Pedagogical and Digital Transformation

The second and final day of the international conference, titled "Relever le défi de la transformation pédagogique et numérique dans l’enseignement supérieur," took place on November 6, 2026, in Nouakchott, Mauritania. The event was organized in partnership with the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MESRS) and the University of Caen Normandie.

The conference began with a presentation by Mme Béatrice Verquin Savarieau from the University of Rouen Normandie, focusing on new digital practices in university amphitheaters. Her intervention set the tone for the day's discussions, which covered topics such as pedagogical transformations in the digital age and the integration of artificial intelligence in higher education.

The conference also addressed the harmonization of public policies with teaching practices and learning devices. These thematic debates allowed experts and participants to share their experiences and insights, contributing to a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities in pedagogical and digital transformation.

A significant highlight of the event was the ceremony where Diplômes Universitaires "Enseigner et innover pour la réussite dans le supérieur" were awarded to teacher-referents from the Mauritanian University Pedagogical Center. These educators had undergone training as part of the Fonds Équipe France program, aimed at enhancing their teaching skills and innovative capacities.

The conference concluded with an appreciation of the experts, academics, and participants for their rigorous contributions over the two-day event. The organizers expressed their satisfaction with the level of engagement and the quality of discussions, which they believe will have a positive impact on the modernization of teaching methods in Mauritania.

The event has opened up new avenues for strengthened bilateral cooperation, aimed at accelerating the modernization of teaching methods and the digital transition within Mauritania's university system. This cooperation is expected to support the country's efforts to improve the quality of higher education and equip its institutions with the necessary tools for the digital age.

The conference demonstrated the commitment of Mauritanian educational institutions and their international partners to addressing the challenges of pedagogical and digital transformation. By sharing knowledge and best practices, the participants have contributed to the ongoing efforts to enhance the quality and relevance of higher education in Mauritania.

Key points

• The conference was organized in partnership with the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MESRS) and the University of Caen Normandie.
• The event covered topics such as pedagogical transformations in the digital age and the integration of artificial intelligence in higher education.
• The conference concluded with an appreciation of the experts, academics, and participants for their contributions over the two-day event.