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A learner’s passport will now be issued to every newborn in Dubai to track their educational journey and help parents make informed decisions about their children’s education, the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) announced on Wednesday during the presentation of ‘Education Strategy 2033‘. The system will be implemented in collaboration with Dubai Health Authority. KHDA director-general, Aisha Miran, said: “The Learning Passport aims to guarantee every child’s right to education. It will register children of mandatory school age and monitor them to ensure they enrol in schools, ensuring no child is deprived of education. The system will identify children of compulsory education age who have not yet enrolled in school, prompting immediate action to guarantee their education.” Miran further explained: “The Learning Passport is primarily aimed at ensuring every child’s right to education; we want to know about all the children in Dubai to ensure they are enrolled in the educational system.” “When a child is born, they are entered into the system so that we clearly understand the educational stages available. And we provide information about the nurseries available,” she added. Miran noted the enrolment rate of Emirati children in early childhood centres is below the global average, […]
4 weeks ago
The Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) and the Ministry of Education signed a memorandum to launch the AI scholarship program during the Global AI Summit. The scholarship program will work to bridge the gap in distinguished national talents in artificial intelligence by sending talented individuals to the most prominent international universities in artificial intelligence specializations. The program offers a package of services that include establishing an association for the program’s scholarship recipients in specializations related to data and artificial intelligence and exploring the possibility of granting the scholarship recipients the opportunity to work on developing solutions to the technical challenges that SDAIA and its partners are working on. The aspects of cooperation also include forming research groups to raise the quality of scientific research, linking students with prominent researchers, and stimulating cooperation between scholarship recipients in artificial intelligence specializations. The two parties will also cooperate in providing guidance workshops for the program’s beneficiaries. SDAIA launched the Artificial Intelligence Scholarship Program in cooperation with the Ministry of Education and the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Scholarship Program, which aims to provide distinguished educational opportunities for national competencies in artificial intelligence and data sciences at the most prestigious international […]
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Qassim Gov. Prince Faisal bin Mishaal bin Saud inaugurated on Thursday the Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Mushaiqih Center for Scientific Research and Innovation, in Buraidah. The facility, operating under the region’s General Administration of Education, is set to revolutionize scientific research skills among students. Equipped with state-of-the-art laboratories, the center covers a wide range of scientific disciplines including applied physics, biochemistry, computer engineering, robotics and artificial intelligence. It also features dedicated spaces for emerging fields such as solar and alternative energy, aviation, space sciences, project showcases and a digital manufacturing workshop. The facility can accommodate 380 students. During his tour, the governor received a briefing from Mohammed Al-Fraih, director general of education in the region. The governor expressed his enthusiasm for the center’s potential, emphasizing its role in empowering students to discover their talents and develop their capabilities. He said: “I am proud of our education department’s achievements and their commitment to preparing our youth for future challenges, particularly in technology, space sciences and specialized research.”
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Jeddah’s King Abdulaziz University has won a gold medal at the 9th International Invention Innovation Competition in Canada. The university also received a special international award from the World Invention Intellectual Property Associations, and the best video presentation award out of over 700 participants for its project “Fasyla.” The “Fasyla” project, for which the team was recognized, is an innovative design system that engages users in environmental work using advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence and LIDAR, or light detection and ranging. Hassan Al-Sulami, the “Fasyla” project team leader, told Arab News: “Winning this award was not easy. We faced many challenges, including preparation difficulties and initial fears with over 700 participants from 50 countries. “However, through extensive training, we earned the best presentation award and received praise from international judges.” The “Fasyla” system guides users on effective planting and cultivation methods based on city targets. Users earn points that can be redeemed for valuable prizes through partnerships with various companies, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Monday. The system integrates company efforts and social responsibility initiatives to support global climate goals and promote sustainability. The team are looking forward to presenting the project at the Global CSR Forum in […]
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The Mahd Sports Academy has inaugurated the first educational school that integrates academic education with athletic training, offering students the opportunity to develop their skills and future careers in the sports sector. Located at the Olympic Complex in Riyadh, the school was opened in partnership with the Ministry of Education. Targeting intermediate school students, the academy aims to serve as an incubator for young sports talents, nurturing a generation of champion athletes in various disciplines. The school provides specialized resources to meet the needs of students, including a medical clinic, learning resources, a science hall, classrooms, educational supplies, and nutritious meals. These educational sports schools enable talented students to balance academic studies with athletic pursuits, focusing on academic performance, sports training, and nutrition. Students receive daily coaching and training from internationally skilled coaches and teachers, ensuring a comprehensive academic and athletic education.
2 months ago
In an exciting move to enhance digital learning, government schools are set to receive cutting-edge tablet computers for both teachers and students. The Ministry of Education is spearheading this initiative, ensuring that the new tablets boast the latest technological features to meet modern educational demands. These state-of-the-art tablets are designed to keep up with rapid technological advancements, offering high responsiveness and efficient data transfer capabilities. The goal is to transform the educational experience by integrating up-to-date technology into everyday learning. A competitive bidding process has attracted several notable contractors, including FAKHROO Information Technology Services W.L.L, Nexcel Computer Solutions, Almoayyed Commercial Services, Almoayyed Computers Middle East WLL, ZAK Solutions for Computer Systems, North Star Technology Company W.L.L, and Computer World W.L.L. The cost of the project, based on the bids received, is expected to fall between BHD 135,118.500 and BHD 424,935.830. This technological upgrade promises to make learning more interactive and engaging, marking a significant step forward in the Kingdom’s commitment to modernizing its educational infrastructure.
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The UAE has announced the introduction of comprehensive updates to student assessment policies in place of the traditional exams across all educational levels in public schools. “These evidence-based policy updates are grounded in [the] best practice, and intend to enhance the quality of educational outcomes, in line with the UAE leadership’s aspirations,” stated Sarah Al Amiri, Minister of State for Public Education and Advanced Technology, on Tuesday. The updates include changes to assessment policies, notably the weightings of the three academic terms and the balance between formative and central assessments. One of the changes is the replacement of traditional exams with skills-based evaluations for students in the second cycle, specifically for those in grades five to eight. Instead of sitting for exams at the end of the second term, these students will now be assessed through project-based evaluations that focus on the practical application of their theoretical knowledge, Khaleej Times reported earlier. Al Amiri explained: “The central exam for Cycle 2 students in the second term has been replaced with a project-based assessment that focuses on skill measurement, and helps students put theoretical knowledge into practice, further enriching their learning outcomes.” Here’s what you need to know about the evaluation weightings for the next […]
9 months ago
The Saudi Ministry of Culture has announced a call for applications for its ‘Emerging New Media Artists’ Programme, set to take place at the soon-to-open Diriyah Art Futures (DAF) centre. The programme, which is targeted at emerging creatives from within the region and beyond, provides emerging artists with access to cutting-edge professional equipment, a production budget, and a wide range of multidisciplinary learning opportunities, including personal mentorship from prominent international digital artists. The programme is part of a wider partnership between the Ministry and Diriyah Company, which will launch Diriyah Art Futures as the region’s first centre dedicated to new media arts. DAF aims to facilitate creativity across various visual art disciplines through education, empowerment, and the creation of an environment that fosters artistic imagination. Located in the historical Diriyah, the centre will nurture the thriving artistic scene in Saudi Arabia and reaffirm the site’s position as a global cultural destination. Designed in collaboration with Le Fresnoy – Studio National des Arts Contemporains in France, DAF’s Emerging New Media Artists Programme is a one-year-long programme supporting creative production training. The call for applications for DAF’s Emerging New Media Artists Educational Programme is now open. Applicants should be 35 years of […]
9 months ago
Education_BH: Innovation and Excellence celebrates the remarkable innovations implemented in Bahrain’s schools and universities. We learned about these innovations, the process, the challenges, and the lessons learned from some of the leading educational institutions in the Kingdom. Read more in our latest issue. A model that facilitates students with practical experience and encourages local as well as international internship placements, developing various essential professional and real-world skills. Practical Application is a weekly practice done every other week during the theoretical semester (October–April). In the theoretical semester, students attend one week on campus and the other as practical practice in the hotels in all the operational functions in the first 2 years (Front desk, F&B, Housekeeping and the Kitchen); and in the back office in the last 2 years (Marketing, HR, Finance, etc.). During the first 2 years, students are mandated to do their internships in Bahrain (May–September), which are conducted for 18–22 weeks. During the 3rd year, Internships are done in France due to the teaching of the French language in the curriculum of the Bachelor of International Hotel Management and the great experience gained by doing an internship in France, which includes learning about the culture and a different way of […]
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Education_BH: Innovation and Excellence celebrates the remarkable innovations implemented in Bahrain’s schools and universities. We learned about these innovations, the process, the challenges, and the lessons learned from some of the leading educational institutions in the Kingdom. Read more in our latest issue. An initiative to equip aspiring entrepreneurs with the knowledge, skills, and resources required to establish and manage their ventures. Please share a brief background of your innovation: The Entrepreneurship Development Program is an innovative educational initiative to provide aspiring entrepreneurs with the knowledge, skills, and resources required to establish and manage a thriving business. These programs offer a holistic and comprehensive curriculum that includes instructional sessions, interactive workshops, mentorship opportunities, networking events, and access to financial support and resources. The curriculum encompasses various aspects of entrepreneurship, including market analysis, strategic business planning, financial literacy, marketing strategies, and sales techniques, among others. The overarching objective of these programs is to equip participants with the tools and insights necessary to transform their entrepreneurial aspirations into a thriving reality. These programmes aim to educate and engage the students about entrepreneurship. The curriculum is designed to encompass the various aspects of industrial activity, including project profile preparation, marketing, pricing, export opportunities, financial management, […]
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