Inspecting secondary school exams, summer activities in several Sana'a directorates
Sana'a - Saba:
The Undersecretaries of the Ministry of Education and Scientific Research (Hadi Ammar, Mohammed Ghallab, and Talib Dahan) conducted an inspection visit to the Hamdan District in Sana'a Governorate to monitor the progress of the General Secondary Certificate exams and summer course activities.
The visit included testing centers such as Imam Ali and Al-Sadaqa, as well as summer course centers such as Al-Furqan and Al-Fath, where they were assured of the discipline of the testing process and student turnout for summer activities.
The delegation was accompanied by the Director of the District, Fahd Attia, and local officials and listened to a detailed explanation of the progress of the exams and summer programs. The Undersecretaries praised the efforts and resilience of the educational staff despite the challenges resulting from the "American aggression," considering the summer courses a means of strengthening religious and national identity and confronting the "soft war."
Other officials also visited testing centers and summer courses in the Al-Haymah Al-Kharijiyah and Al-Dakhiliyah districts, Bani Hashish, and Manakhah, where they reviewed the progress of work and heard reports from education officials in those areas.
The visit concluded with appreciation for community and educational efforts, emphasizing the importance of supporting summer activities to strengthen youth culturally and religiously.
Whatsapp Telegram Email Print
more of (Local)
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Saba Yemen
2 days ago
- Saba Yemen
Yemen to launch National Knowledge, Innovation Index amid Intel exclusions
Sana'a – Saba: Yemen is developing its own National Knowledge and Innovation Index (YKII), a strategic move aimed at accurately monitoring and directing the nation's capabilities in science, research, and technology. This initiative comes as Yemen has been largely excluded from or given low rankings in international indices, often due to perceived political considerations, according to Dr. Abdulaziz al-Houri, Vice Chairman of the General Authority for Science, Research, Technology and Innovation. Dr. al-Houri highlighted the urgent need for this national index, citing the absence of a comprehensive national framework for measuring knowledge and innovation, along with pressing economic and social challenges. The index is seen as crucial for supporting reconstruction and development, fostering cooperation between public and private sectors in research and development, encouraging investment, and keeping pace with global advancements. It will also enhance transparency, accountability, and the assessment of public policy impacts. The Authority is collaborating with partners, notably the Central Statistical Organization, to finalize the YKII's draft. This index will identify knowledge gaps in Yemeni society, guide efforts to bridge them through informed policies, and provide a national database for evidence-based decision-making. Expected Impact and Objectives: The project is anticipated to bring wide-ranging benefits, including: Improving education quality and outcomes to meet labor market and development needs. Increasing the quantity and quality of research output, enhancing its relevance to societal challenges. Stimulating innovation and creativity, and boosting competitiveness. Contributing to sustainable development goals by leveraging knowledge and innovation. Enhancing local competitiveness among educational, research, and production entities. The primary objectives of the index are to: Assess the current state of knowledge and innovation nationally. Measure and track scientific, technological, and innovative progress. Improve national and local innovation policies by identifying strengths and weaknesses. Provide reliable information for policymakers, researchers, investors, and stakeholders. Help re-prioritize efforts to encourage creativity, scientific research, and youth empowerment. Index Framework and Next Steps: The YKII's general framework comprises two main aspects: Innovation Inputs: This includes six axes with 42 indicators covering education, research and development, investment, the knowledge workforce, communications and information technology, and institutions. Innovation Outputs: This consists of three axes with 20 indicators focused on innovation, creativity, and knowledge. Dr. al-Houri detailed the steps taken so far, which include studying evidence for composite indicators, examining global and regional indices, developing a methodology, and preparing an initial draft guide. Current and future steps involve finalizing the draft, piloting and testing the index, obtaining official approval, and finally, the launch of the National Knowledge and Innovation Index 2025. Dr. al-Houri called upon all state institutions to enhance cooperation with the General Authority for Science, Research, Technology and Innovation, emphasizing its vital role in advancing innovation and creativity for Yemen's economic and social development. Whatsapp Telegram Email Print
Saba Yemen
24-05-2025
- Saba Yemen
Higher Education Sector begins review of Yemeni University annual reports
Sana'a – Saba: The Higher Education Sector of the Ministry of Education and Scientific Research on Saturday commenced its annual meeting to present and discuss the performance reports of Yemeni universities and colleges for the academic year 2023-2024. Over the next two weeks, the sector will review achievement levels in the annual reports of both public and private universities and community colleges. Meetings will be held with university and college presidents to discuss their reports and the provided data. The first session involved the review of the Emirates International University's annual report, presented by its leadership. The report detailed the university's operational achievements, developments in academic, administrative, and research areas, infrastructure expansion, challenges, and proposed solutions. Minister of Education and Scientific Research Hassan Al-Saadi emphasized the importance of this process for assessing performance, identifying shortcomings, and improving the quality of higher education. He stressed the need for transparency and accurate data. Undersecretary of the Higher Education Sector, Dr. Ibrahim Luqman, stated that reviewing all university reports is crucial for evaluation and understanding their achievements and challenges. He noted that this process would inform the national classification of universities and highlighted the complementary role of private institutions. Dr. Ahmed Al-Haboub, Chairman of the Academic Accreditation Council, underscored the significance of these reports for the National University Classification Project. Dr. Ilham Al-Sanabani, Vice Chair of the review committee, outlined the evaluation themes used for the fifth consecutive year, including strategic planning, student statistics, faculty, finances, quality management, research, and community services. The annual achievement report of al-Afaq Community College for Medical and Technical Sciences was also discussed during the session. Whatsapp Telegram Email Print more of (Local)
Saba Yemen
15-05-2025
- Saba Yemen
Workshop in Sana'a addresses Gap between computer education outputs & labor market needs
Sana'a - Saba: A workshop titled "Bridging the Skills Gap: Aligning Computer Education Outputs with Labor Market Demands – From University to Employment, Vision and Application" was held today in Sana'a, organized by the Emirates International University. The workshop brought together a selection of academics and deans of engineering and computer science faculties from various universities, representatives from the Ministries of Education and Communications, relevant authorities, employers, and graduates. It aimed to diagnose the gaps between academic outputs in computer-related disciplines and labor market requirements, assess the alignment of national academic standards, curricula, teaching methods with current and future market needs, and develop practical solutions and a roadmap to bridge these gaps. During the workshop, Deputy Minister of Education and Scientific Research Dr. Hatem Al-Duais praised the university's initiative in organizing the event and involving stakeholders, education experts, and IT professionals to discuss the causes and effects of the gap between computer education outputs and labor market demands. He emphasized the importance of producing actionable, measurable solutions to bridge this gap and achieve comprehensive developmental progress. Dr. Al-Duais highlighted the university's focus on quality programs and strategic planning in all its academic and educational activities, expressing the ministry's readiness to collaborate with universities to address the gap in engineering, computer science, medical, and technical fields. He called for cooperation in aligning education outputs with labor market needs and stressed the importance of collective efforts to implement the workshop's recommendations effectively. For his part, Dr. Ahmed Al-Hubub, Chairman of the Academic Accreditation and Quality Assurance Council for Higher Education, emphasized the workshop's role in evaluating the compatibility of higher education outputs with labor market demands. He noted that academic programs can only be effective after studying labor market needs, affirming that universities' adherence to "NARS" (National Academic Reference Standards) documents and their enhancement is a key solution to bridging the gap. Dr. Nasser Al-Mofari, President of the Emirates International University, explained that the workshop served as an interactive platform to highlight the challenges graduates face when transitioning from academia to the workforce. The event focused on developing educational programs that keep pace with changes and meet societal and labor market needs. He added that the workshop sought to identify key gaps between academic and practical skills, analyze employment challenges from the perspectives of graduates and employers, and propose actionable solutions. National expert Dr. Sharaf Al-Humdi presented the workshop's objectives, survey results from beneficiaries, and the importance of sustainable partnerships between education and the labor market. Meanwhile, international quality expert Dr. Mohammed Al-Sharjabi analyzed the causes, context, and effects of knowledge, skill, and value gaps among graduates, proposing solutions through knowledge-based economy drivers, institutional performance governance, IT infrastructure, and education innovation. Engineer Mishal Thabit, representing the private sector and employers, discussed current and future labor market trends in computer-related fields and the skills needed to enhance graduates' capabilities. Participants were divided into groups to examine experiences from graduates' perspectives, analyze and evaluate gaps, assess the availability of current and future knowledge and skills, review gaps in "NARS" standards, and explore sustainable education-labor market partnerships. The workshop concluded with practical solutions and a roadmap to bridge the gap. Whatsapp Telegram Email Print
