Coronavirus School Closings Around the World Will Hit Girls the Hardest
Humanitarian groups warn of the potential for increased drop-out rates among adolescent girls, putting them at greater risk of sexual exploitation and early marriage.
Coronavirus Fears Shut Down Universities and Schools in the Arab World
Several countries have closed educational institutions and others are restricting school activities in an attempt to limit the spread of the dangerous new virus, Covid-19.
The Value of Creativity in the Mediterranean Cauldron
An Italian professor suggests that those living in the Mediterranean region take their natural tendency toward creativity as a philosophy and way of life and invest in it even more.
Arab Youth Focus on Traditional Careers, Not Emerging Ones, Report Finds
In the Arab region, young people’s professional aspirations are not compatible with expected changes in employment markets, says a new report.
Arab Students Trapped in China by Coronavirus Outbreak
Some Arab countries have begun evacuating students from the area under quarantine, but many students feel abandoned and want more help.
Arab Public-Opinion Survey Finds Widespread Dissatisfaction With Education
The Arab Barometer, one of the largest public-opinion surveys of the Arab region, has found that the region’s residents have a low opinion of the quality of public education.
A Podcast Takes Listeners on Tours of Arabic Music
Dom Tak, a pioneering podcast about Arabic popular music and history, is embarking on its second season.
Arab Researchers Use Artificial Intelligence in Bid to Thwart Fake News
Computer engineers in the U.A.E. and Jordan are working together on technology to help Internet users better identify fake news.
Arab Adult Education Is Not Accessible for Many
Arab countries have made progress in their adult learning and education efforts, a new report from UNESCO says, but program participation rates remain low.
Human Rights Film Festival Showcases Yemeni Stories
The Karama Festival, based in Jordan, uses cinema as a force for social change. This year it highlighted films from Yemen.
