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Heriot-Watt University Dubai champions future-ready skills and tailored education

News Desk 1 11/12/2024 0

Heriot-Watt University Dubai is paving the way for students to thrive by equipping them with future-ready skills and aligning its programmes with the needs of employers. The University’s approach combines cutting-edge curricula, experiential training, and strong industry collaboration to

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Hamdan Foundation and the Arab Bureau of Education for the Gulf States Launch the “Distinguished Educator Award”

News Desk 1 05/12/2024 0

Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation for Medical and Educational Sciences and The Arab Bureau of Education for the Gulf States signed a Memorandum of Understanding today (Thursday, December 5) at the Museum of the Future in Dubai to launch the “Distinguished Educator Award” at the level of member states of the Bureau, in the […]

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The Aquila School unveils a new secondary building, reinforcing its commitment to quality education

News Desk 1 11/11/2024 0

The Aquila School, part of International Schools Partnership (iSP) has announced the official opening of their new secondary building, marking a significant milestone in the school’s commitment to providing exceptional learning facilities for its pupils. Held today at The Aquila School, the opening ceremony brought together students, parents, staff, and members of

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World Giftedness Center Highlights Innovative Strategies for Developing Gifted Education Curricula

News Desk 1 05/11/2024 0

The World Giftedness Center, an initiative of Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation for Medical and Educational Sciences, held an online training workshop titled “Guidelines for Developing Curricula for Gifted Students”. The workshop saw the participation of over 200 educators and experts in gifted education from around the world. Led by Dr. Kimberley Chandler,

Education Events

Global STEM Education Confex takes place in Dubai

News Desk 2 02/11/2024 0

From November 6 to 7, 2024 IBEForuM will host the 11th edition of the Global STEM Education Conference from November 6 to 7, 2024, at the Millennium Plaza Downtown Hotel in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The Global STEM Education Confex in Dubai is set to be a crucial event, bringing together leaders and experts from around […]

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ADCMC releases research report highlighting role of education and community awareness in disaster preparedness

News Desk 1 13/10/2024 0

The Emergency, Crises and Disaster Management Centre Abu Dhabi (ADCMC), in collaboration with the TERNDS Research and Advisory, has published a comprehensive research report highlighting the significant role of education and community awareness initiatives in building the capacities of individuals and communities to address risks associated with emergencies, crises, and

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Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation Participates in the International Symposium “Appreciating Teachers: Towards a New Social Contract for Education”

News Desk 1 07/10/2024

Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation for Medical and Educational Sciences participated in the international symposium “Appreciating Teachers: Towards a New Social Contract for Education”, organized yesterday by the Arab Bureau of Education for the Gulf States in celebration of World Teachers’ Day. The symposium featured participation from notable

Education Interviews

Zurich: Parents in UAE should opt for higher education savings plans

Arnold Pinto 05/10/2024 0

Majority still use traditional savings methods The global higher education savings market is valued at over $2.7 trillion, with significant growth driven by rising tuition costs and increasing demand for higher education. With the cost of higher education rising globally, more parents in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are starting to focus on securing a […]

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AnaAkhtar Receives Prestigious AAA Accreditation, Marking a Milestone in Education

News Desk 1 04/09/2024

AnaAkhtar, an innovative initiative by AlBadera Holding aimed at promoting holistic life-long learning in the MENA region, has received the prestigious AAA accreditation. This recognition underscores AnaAkhtar’s commitment to advancing education, particularly in the areas of social, emotional, and behavioral development. AnaAkhtar is a bilingual Arabic and English

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UAE parents anticipate as much as AED 600,000 for their children’s higher education, Zurich survey reveals

News Desk 1 29/08/2024

A recent survey has unveiled that parents in the UAE anticipate between AED 250,000 and AED 600,000 in funding their children’s higher education. Despite these significant costs, many parents are unprepared financially as the survey revealed that 29% have yet to begin saving for their children’s university education. The survey by market research company YouGov, […]

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Under the theme of ‘Sustainable Summer of Dubai: Education, Inspiration and Implementation’

News Desk 2 08/07/2024

Dubai Municipality has launched today the fourth season of summer camp in Children’s City; running from July 8 to August 2, 2024, under the theme ‘Sustainable Summer of Dubai: Education, Inspiration and Implementation’ with the active participation of about 90 children aged between 7 and 12 years. The key goal of the camp is to […]

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Kenya takes significant step forward in climate change education as Alef Education, KICD, and UNICEF sign landmark agreement

News Desk 2 02/07/2024

Alef Education, the Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD), and UNICEF today announced the signing of a groundbreaking Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to integrate climate change education into the curriculum in public schools across Kenya. This innovative partnership will harness the power of technology and digital learning to equip children, young people, and

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Chery x UNICEF Initiative Promotes Global Children’s Education

News Desk 2 06/06/2024

Chery, in collaboration with UNICEF, is proud to announce its #InnovationAndSkills initiative. This global program aims to address significant educational challenges faced by children worldwide. The funding provided by Chery is designed to support UNICEF’s (United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund) mission of improving access to teaching and

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Knowledge Leadership: MBRF’s global efforts to advance education and innovation

News Desk 2 24/04/2024

The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) has constantly strived to be a prominent platform for education and knowledge, promoting innovation on both regional and international levels. The MBRF is driven by a defined goal that aims to improve skills and competence, while also promoting the global exchange of scientific knowledge through

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PEUGEOT ANNOUNCES CHAT GPT IMPLEMENTATION

News Desk 1 07/02/2024

PEUGEOT is enthusiastically and determinedly committed to a radical transformation in order to become the leading brand in the European electric market by 2025. PEUGEOT offers the widest EV line-up of any European mainstream brand and aims to convince its customers to participate in this evolution by multiplying initiatives to make zero-emission mobility accessible, simple

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The third season of Amazon UNIVERSITY Esports UAE begins

News Desk 1 23/10/2023

Amazon UNIVERSITY Esports, the premier university education and esports project, announces the launch of its third season in the MENA region, which promises to be bigger, better, and more exhilarating than ever before. The previous season of Amazon UNIVERSITY Esports saw participation from more than 1,500 students from over 75 universities across the MENA region. […]

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Empowering Colombia’s Future Through Education

News Desk 1 12/10/2023

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates — The Early Childhood Development Centers (ECDC) project in Colombia, supported by an allocation of US$10.5 million from the Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD), stands as a testament to the UAE’s commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This initiative has led to remarkable advancements in primary education and […]

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His Excellency Dr. Hassan Al Muhairi, Assistant Undersecretary for the Curriculum Sector,

News Desk 1 11/10/2023

DUBAI — His Excellency Dr. Hassan Al-Muhairi, Assistant Undersecretary for the Curriculum Sector at the Ministry of Education in the UAE, yesterday opened the Dubai edition of Najah, the biggest annual international education fair in the UAE. This year’s event has attracted thousands of school and college students seeking the latest opportunities in higher education. […]

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Saudi Fund for Development Inaugurates New Public School in Tajikistan

News Desk 1 06/10/2023

Shahrinav, Tajikistan — The Saudi Fund for Development (SFD) Chief Executive Officer, H.E. Sultan Al-Marshad, officially inaugurated today in Tajikistan, Shahrinav School, with the Deputy Minister of Education and Science of the Republic of Tajikistan, H.E. Abdullzoda Ziyodullo. The school was inaugurated as part of the fourth phase of the “Constructing and Equipping of

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The Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government enables managers

News Desk 2 10/05/2023

United Arab Emirates-Dubai, 10 May 2023: The Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government (MBRSG), the first research and education institution specialising in public policy in the Arab world, will hold The Executive Leadership Camp in two sessions, the first from May 17 to 19, and the second from May 24 to 26. This camp aims […]