Opinion
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The United Arab Emirates: An Emerging Hub for Higher Education
The U.A.E. increasingly is becoming a preferred destination for international study. A director at Heriot-Watt University Dubai looks at why…
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How to Make Ancient History Relevant to Students in the Gulf Today
Students do not need to have the remnants of a Greek or Roman temple nearby to understand the legacy of…
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An Egyptian Educator Reflects on Teaching Journalism and Media Job Prospects
After teaching at Suez University, Al-Fanar Media’s senior Arabic editor talks about the challenges and limitations of media studies at…
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Teaching Media in Arab Universities: Challenges of 2023 and Beyond
Issues like false news, artificial intelligence, and a changing labour market pose serious challenges for the journalists of tomorrow. Are…
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Book Explores What Iraq Must Do to Improve Its Education System
The Iraqi academic Mohamed Al-Rubeai discusses the problems of his country’s education system and how to improve it.
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3 Ways Algerian Universities Can Reform to Help Build a Better Future
A professor suggests three avenues of reform for Algerian universities that can help the nation move toward a more socially…
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Blended Learning: Finding the Right Blend for University Students
Blending digitally enabled learning experiences with traditional classroom teaching helps students and educators cope with the demands of the new…
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Helping High School Students Make the Transition to University
A professor at Heriot-Watt University Dubai explains how its Degree Entry Programmes help put students on a pathway to an…
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It Is Time to Deal with Arabic’s Diglossia
Not treating Arabic's diglossia is causing an education crisis. Children speak one language at home and are expected to learn…
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