Algeria’s Ban on Research Ties with Morocco Violates Academic Freedom, Scholars Say
Algerian and Moroccan academics say the decision will have little effect on scholarly output in either country because research collaborations were already rare.
As Arab Students Take Final Exams, Psychologists Offer Tips on Reducing Stress
High school exit exams are a high pressure time for Arab students. The traditional view of test scores as the doorway to personal and professional success only adds to students’ anxiety.
Gender Gap Report Finds MENA Region Lags in Leadership Roles for Women
The World Economic Forum’s latest report notes some gains for women, but says progress toward gender parity was set back by Covid-19.
UniMed Projects Promote Collaborations Across the Mediterranean
Arab universities are participating in UniMed projects that address issues like university governance, degree recognition, and student mobility and employability.
84 Million Youth Are at Risk of Missing Out on Education by 2030
Unesco warns that most countries will fail to achieve their targets under Sustainable Development Goal 4, to provide quality education for all by 2030.
Learning to Earning: Forum Focuses on a Critical Transition for Youth
Four United Nations agencies recently convened a meeting in Jordan to discuss the skills young people need to transition from school to jobs.
Many Moroccan Medical Students Seek Outside Jobs to Cover Expenses
A survey of students of medicine, dentistry, and pharmacy in Morocco found that for many, financial need was affecting their ability to study and their quality of life.
Arab Academics Discuss Sustainable Universities and Combating Climate Change
In a recent webinar, Arab academics discussed regional role models in funding higher education and how universities can help combat global problems.
Moroccan Students Returning from Ukraine Have Problems Continuing Their Education
Returning students complain that Morocco has been slow to integrate them into programmes at home. They also object to having to pass placement tests.
Blind Moroccan Student’s Journey to a Ph.D. Inspires Hopes for Others with Disabilities
Hamid Nabil earned a top doctoral degree in English from Mohammed V University of Rabat. Advocates hope his achievement stirs reforms to help all students with disabilities.
