UniMed’s General Assembly to Discuss University Cooperation in Times of Crisis
UniMed, the Union of Mediterranean Universities, is holding its 2022 general assembly this week in Amman, hosted by the University of Jordan.
Lebanese Universities Expand Overseas to Battle the Economic Crisis at Home
Three Lebanese Universities hope to profit from the country’s educational reputation by establishing education hubs elsewhere in the region.
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.
Arab and Global Education Thought Leaders to Meet in London
The second Middle East Education Thought Leadership Forum will bring together Arab and international education leaders and experts in London this month.
Libya Seeks Solutions for a Surplus of Teaching Assistants in Universities
Libya has more teaching assistants than its Ph.D. programmes can absorb and no money to send them abroad. It is seeking alternative options for them.
Saudi International Education Conference Emphasises Distance Learning and Skills-Based Curricula
Delegates at a recent conference in Riyadh said science, mathematics, and digital and language skills were the capacities most in demand in the 21st century.
University of Khartoum’s New Draft Law Limits Security Forces on Its Campus
The terms of the University of Khartoum’s new draft law, shared with Al-Fanar Media, stipulate how the university will be run and assert its independence.
Scholar Ana Costa Freitas: Lifelong Learning Promotes Prosperity and Peace
Ana Costa Freitas, rector of Portugal’s University of Evora, says we need lifelong learning, research, and global cooperation for the good of students and the world.
University Accreditation Systems: An Exercise in Quality Assurance
Universities seek accreditation as a way of assuring the quality of their educational offerings. For parents and students, it can aid in choosing where to enrol.
Libyan Professors May Finally Get Raises Under New Agreement
Libyan professors have been promised raises before. Their syndicate tried a new approach this time that is expected to pay off.
