Will the Latest Generation of Online Courses Help the Arab World?
Massive open online courses could wind up only serving those who are already privileged, says one academic who studies pedagogy.
After Two Revolts, Egypt’s Energetic Youth Deserve a Better Education
Egypt’s young people have toppled two inept governments. With a proper education, they could help revive the country, says Farouk El-Baz.
A Second Chance for Many Arab Students
Arab Open University blends online learning and classroom time to reach students who might not attend university otherwise.
Helping Business Students Learn About Social-Media Strategies
A course at the American University of Beirut focuses on ways to use platforms like Facebook and Twitter to create a competitive advantage.
The Arab World’s Tangled Linguistic Landscape
A generation of Arabs faces the growth of English-language instruction, the increased literary use of colloquial Arabic, and the fading ability to master classical Arabic.
