CARDET (Center for the Advancement of Research & Development in Educational Technology) is an independent, non-profit, non-governmental, research and development organization based in Cyprus, with partners around the world. CARDET is one of the leading institutions in the Euro-Mediterranean region for research and development. We collaborate with local and international organizations, public and private bodies, and across diverse disciplines in designing solutions for local and global challenges.

CARDET’s mission is to inspire next generation education, and to promote research, innovation, and development through evidence-based practices, cutting-edge research, and empowered people.

One of our strengths is our interdisciplinary approach and ability to bring together sectors and disciplines in ways that are meaningful to achieve long-term impact.

We serve clients representing a variety of sectors and stakeholders including public authorities, private organizations, civil society, non-profit organizations, large enterprises and SMEs.

Sectors

Social justice & migration: Addressing inclusion, migration, integration of marginalized groups, gender equality, peace education, disabilities, and development education.

Education & learning : Serving the full range of the education sector including early childhood, primary, secondary, higher, vocational (VET) and professional education.

E-learning & digital solutions: Core expertise in developing e-learning, mobile learning, and gamified solutions across disciplines.

Innovation & entrepreneurship: Inspiring creativity, innovation and strategic visioning; infusing innovation across sectors; and supporting entrepreneurship.

Sustainable development: Serving the health and environment sectors, focusing on sustainable consumption, environmental education, clean energy, smart cities, and sustainable communities.