Education experts from around the world will gather in Dubai for the 4th Global Conference on Education (GCEDU), scheduled from Friday 12 December 2025 to Sunday 14 December 2025, with the closing day on Sunday. The organisers describe GCEDU as a platform for sharing research, best practices and innovations in teaching and learning, with a strong emphasis on real-world classroom and policy challenges. Current information indicates that the main in-person venue is the Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Media City, although some older listings still show the venue as “to be confirmed”, so delegates should keep an eye on official updates. Because of this, it makes sense to monitor announcements in case of any hall or building changes closer to December. Delegates can attend in person or join virtually, with hybrid options designed for presenters and listeners alike. (suitable for solo professionals, academic teams, institutional delegations) Venue details should always be reconfirmed with the organisers before you book flights or hotel nights.
Conference aims, history and audience
GCEDU has grown into a recurring international meeting point for educators, researchers and policymakers who want to link classroom practice with broader system-level reforms. Earlier editions have focused on themes such as teaching methods, learning technologies, assessment and equity, and the 2025 programme continues this by framing sessions around challenges and opportunities in learning. You can expect keynote talks from invited speakers, parallel paper sessions, poster presentations and networking slots that connect different regions and education levels. Organisers also highlight publication opportunities in indexed journals, which makes the event attractive for academics who need peer-reviewed outputs. (suitable for researchers seeking publication, school and university leaders, graduate students) The programme is built for people who want ideas they can take back into classrooms, faculties and ministries quickly.
Focus on Sunday 14 December 2025
While GCEDU runs across three days, Sunday 14 December 2025 is expected to function as a full working day, bringing the conference to a close with a mix of late-stage paper sessions, special panels and closing remarks. Daily activities generally run from around 09:00 to 18:00, although exact timings for each track will be confirmed in the detailed agenda. Many conferences of this type use the closing day to showcase cross-cutting panels, institutional case studies and sessions that synthesise earlier discussions, so it often becomes the moment when practical recommendations emerge. GCEDU’s registration information also notes that a complimentary city tour is included in the overall package, so you may find that some social or informal elements are scheduled towards the end of the programme. (suitable for solo delegates and small teams who stay through the closing) If you only attend one day, Sunday 14 December tends to be the moment when themes from the entire conference come together.
Venue, layout and on-site services
Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Media City stands in the heart of Dubai Media City, close to major regional broadcasters, tech firms and universities, which creates a natural ecosystem for an education-focused event. The hotel usually offers several medium-sized ballrooms and breakout rooms, so GCEDU can run parallel tracks while still keeping delegates within a compact footprint. You can expect standard conference facilities such as Wi-Fi, on-site catering for coffee breaks and lunches, and quiet corners for one-to-one meetings. Because this is a city hotel rather than a convention centre, lobby and lift areas may feel busy at peak times as hotel guests and conference delegates overlap. (suitable for solo travellers and small institutional groups) Parking capacity is limited compared with a full-scale exhibition centre, so early arrival or alternative transport options are worth considering.
Registration categories and approximate fees
The registration structure lists several categories priced in US dollars: student presenters at 320 USD, regular presenters at 380 USD, and both virtual delegates and listeners at 140 USD, with an extra-paper fee of 75 USD. At current exchange rates, that translates to approximately 1,175 AED for student presenters, about 1,395 AED for regular presenters, and roughly 515 AED for virtual delegates or listeners, while the extra-paper fee sits near 275 AED. These amounts cover access to scientific sessions, exhibition and poster areas, conference materials, tea and coffee breaks, lunch, a certificate of attendance and a city tour, but they do not include accommodation or airport transfers. The registration deadline is currently listed as Tuesday 2 December 2025, so delegates should plan financial approvals and internal paperwork well in advance. (suitable for self-funded researchers and institution-funded teams) Registration is compulsory for all participants, including listeners and virtual attendees, so you should secure your place as early as possible.
Travel and access within Dubai and from other emirates
The Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Media City is located near Al Sufouh, with convenient access from Sheikh Zayed Road and Hessa Street, which makes it practical for delegates commuting from different parts of the city. If you stay in Marina, JBR or Palm Jumeirah, you can usually reach the venue in about 10–20 minutes outside rush hour by car or taxi. However, weekday mornings in December are busy in and around Dubai Media City, so travellers coming from Downtown, Deira or Bur Dubai should allow extra time, often 30–45 minutes, to account for congestion. Delegates driving from Sharjah or Ajman typically use E11 south towards Dubai and then turn towards Media City, while those from Abu Dhabi follow E11 north and exit near Dubai Marina and Media City. (suitable for solo drivers and car-sharing colleagues) Morning traffic around the Media City and Knowledge Park junctions can be heavy, so aim to arrive before 08:30 if you want a calm start to the day.
Public transport options and sustainable commuting
For delegates who prefer public transport, Dubai Media City sits within reach of the Red Line Metro and the Dubai Tram, giving multiple options that reduce parking stress. The nearest Metro stations connect easily to the tram and taxi network, allowing a short last-leg journey to the hotel. Because the conference days fall on regular working days rather than public holidays, you can also expect taxis and ride-hailing services to be widely available around the venue at typical city rates. In addition, some delegates staying in Marina or JBR may choose to combine the tram with a brief walk, especially in the cooler morning hours. (suitable for solo travellers and environmentally conscious delegates) Using Metro and tram where possible not only avoids parking issues, it also gives you a more predictable arrival and departure time.
Accommodation around Dubai Media City
One advantage of hosting GCEDU in Dubai Media City is the dense cluster of hotels and serviced apartments in the surrounding area, from upper-midscale business hotels to more premium brands. Within a short taxi ride you will find accommodation options in Dubai Marina, Jumeirah Lake Towers, Barsha Heights and Palm Jumeirah, so it is relatively easy to match your budget and loyalty preferences. Because December is a busy conference and tourism month in Dubai, room rates can fluctuate sharply between weekdays and weekends, and they can climb further when large events run nearby. It therefore pays to secure cancellable accommodation early and then monitor prices in the run-up to the conference. (suitable for solo researchers, small groups and family-accompanied delegates) Hotel rates in December rise quickly as occupancy tightens, so booking flexible accommodation as soon as your GCEDU attendance is confirmed is a sensible move.
Weather outlook for 12–14 December 2025
Forecasts for Dubai during the GCEDU dates show warm, mainly dry conditions: on Friday 12 December, partly sunny skies with a high near 30°C and a low around 20°C; on Saturday 13 December, hazy sun and a high near 31°C; and on Sunday 14 December, a mix of sun and clouds with a high close to 29°C and a low around 20°C. Rain is not currently expected, and there are no indications of mud or disruptive weather, although short-lived showers are always possible in winter. Indoors, conference rooms will be air-conditioned, so a light layer such as a blazer or cardigan is helpful, especially if you move between cooler halls and warmer outdoor spaces. For any city tour or campus visit linked to the conference, breathable fabrics and comfortable walking shoes remain the best choice. (suitable for delegates unused to hot climates, provided they stay hydrated and dress appropriately) Pack smart layers so you stay comfortable both in cool meeting rooms and during any outdoor networking or sightseeing.
Closing warnings, traffic tips and booking advice
During GCEDU, you should expect typical weekday traffic patterns, with morning peaks between about 07:30 and 09:30 and evening slowdowns from roughly 17:00 to 19:30 around Media City and the neighbouring business districts. Consequently, arriving early for morning plenaries, and leaving either a little before or after the evening rush, will make your day smoother. Parking at Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Media City combines on-site spaces with surrounding paid options, but availability can tighten once multiple events overlap, so delegates may want to rely on taxis, ride-hailing or the Metro–tram combination during the busiest hours. Registration and conference fees are set in foreign currency and then paid through the GCEDU registration system operated by PROUDPEN, and all AED figures here should be treated as approximate because exchange rates and fee structures can change before December 2025. Make your registration before the early December deadline so you secure your place, lock in your approximate fee level and still have time to arrange travel and accommodation calmly. As recent previews from the editorial team at www.few.ae have emphasised for similar academic events, delegates who treat GCEDU as a full three-day experience, rather than dropping in for a single session, usually gain the deepest insights, the strongest professional connections and the most value from their time in Dubai.
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