Opinion
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New Answer for the “Free” Education Debate?
As the sixty-year-old Egyptian system theoretically allowing universal access to universities breaks down, there’s one possible solution, says the author.
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The Language of Science Education: Between Two Trends
Should science be taught in native languages or in the global language of scientific research, asks Saleh Al-Shair.
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A Sudanese Student Watches a University Grow Dark
The University of Khartoum, the oldest and largest university in Sudan, closed in May after months of conflict.
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NYU Abu Dhabi: A Student’s View
A recent graduate of New York University’s controversial campus in the United Arab Emirates reflects on his experience.
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Don’t Let Egyptian University Appointments Become a Political Game
Egyptian President's plans to appoint university heads is a total abuse of the constitution, the author argues.
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A Conversation With Morocco’s “Pushiest” University President
Morocco has a need for applied-science research, said Ibn Zohr University's president.
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How Can Educational Success Be Measured?
In a global debate, experts question how to determine the quality of schools and universities.
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What Should Graduates Know?
Students need to learn facts and how to think. A key debate is how much time schools and universities should…
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In Egypt, the Failure of Privatizing Education
In the wake of the Egyptian elections, the author argues that the government is headed in the wrong direction in…
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A Sense of Belonging: Lost, Then Found
Two students talked about their undergraduate experiences as they prepare to move on to new challenges.
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