Self-Censorship in the University: A Breach of Academic Freedom
In a collective act of self-censorship, many academics today willingly cede the university’s unconditional freedom to investigate all ideas.
Iraq’s Former Higher Education Minister Strives to Improve Universities
Abdul Razzaq Al-Issa led Iraq’s higher education ministry during a period when the Islamic State controlled much of the country.
Refining Our Understanding of Conventional Exams
Online education presents challenges for teachers but also offers them an opportunity to devise new ways of assessing students.
How to Build Community in Your Courses, Online or In-Person
An education expert suggests good practices teachers can use to build community with students and create a caring climate in their courses.
Mauritania’s Medical Students Are Unhappy With Delayed Reforms
They say outdated curricula and a lack of infrastructure hamper the development of the country’s only medical school
Syria’s Private Universities Struggle With Costs but Still Grow
Rising inflation, a currency in free fall, and a ban on raising fees for continuing students have put Syria’s private universities in a financial bind.
Syrian Universities Struggle to Survive After a Decade of War
The collapse of the higher education system could prove an obstacle to peace-building after the conflict ends
When Self-Censorship Means Self-Protection
An Egyptian professor explains the complex motives behind her decision to limit her own freedom of expression.
Self-Censorship in Arab Higher Education: an Untold Problem
Arab professors routinely practice self-censorship, which limits academic discourse, a survey by Al-Fanar Media and Scholars at Risk found.
Public Art Is Finding Its Place in Qatar
The transition from purely decorative art to more complex works proves a learning curve for society, artists and public art institutions
