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Sharjah 24
4 days ago
- General
- Sharjah 24
ALECGS participates in the 14th Board of Trustees meeting in Oman
Representatives of ABEGS member states were present, chaired by His Excellency Sulaiman bin Hamoud Al Harrasi, Advisor to the Minister of Education in the Sultanate of Oman and Chairman of the Board of Trustees for the current session, and in the presence of Her Excellency Madiha bint Ahmed Al Shaibani, Minister of Education in the Sultanate of Oman. Promoting the Arabic language The participation, which concluded on Wednesday, represented an important milestone for reviewing ALECGS efforts and pioneering programmes in developing the teaching and learning of Arabic. His Excellency Dr. Issa Saleh Al Hammadi, Director of ALECGS, expressed his deep gratitude and appreciation to the Ministry of Education in the Sultanate of Oman for its generous hosting and excellent organisation of the meeting and its accompanying program. Al Hammadi noted the support and cooperation provided, which reflects the spirit of joint Gulf action and embodies the depth of educational relations between the GCC states. Accredited programmes and international conferences During the meeting, ALECGS reviewed the most notable achievements of the previous session, 2023/2024. It implemented ten accredited programmes, including the publication of six scientific studies and nine publications for specialised conferences. It also organised two conferences and participated in twelve international conferences and eight international book fairs in several Arab capitals and cities. ALECGS also organised nine seminars and participated in eight others, in addition to a series of community events and specialised training courses, most notably ten training courses on the Reference Framework for Teaching Arabic to Non-Native Speakers. New programmes ALECGS also unveiled its new programmes for the current session, which began in January 2025. These include a range of qualitative studies, such as a study on developing reading and writing skills in early childhood in light of digital children's literature, a study on developing Arabic language teaching for upper grades through artificial intelligence applications, and the preparation of a reference framework for curriculum development based on digital citizenship requirements. The Center also held linguistic competitions, contests, conferences, and specialised educational meetings that serve this purpose. At the conclusion of the meeting, the board commended the Sultanate of Oman's efforts in making the meeting a success, expressing its appreciation for the warm welcome, generous hospitality, and authentic coordination. The board also thanked Her Excellency Madiha bint Ahmed Al Shaibani, Minister of Education in the Sultanate of Oman. Field visits The accompanying programme included field visits to several educational and cultural institutions, most notably the Specialised Institute for Vocational Training for Teachers, which briefed the delegation on its experiences in developing educational competencies. The delegation also visited the Royal Opera House and some of the prominent historical landmarks in the capital, Muscat, reflecting the integrated educational and cultural dimensions of this participation. The meeting was attended by representatives of the member states of the Board of Trustees, who expressed their continued support for ALECGS progress and its purposeful programmes, emphasising the importance of this cooperation in building a shared linguistic and educational future for the Gulf states.
Kuwait Times
26-05-2025
- Science
- Kuwait Times
Education experts explore blended learning strategies
MUSCAT: Educational policy experts from member states of the Arab Bureau of Education for the Gulf States (ABEGS) commenced a series of meetings in Muscat on Monday to discuss the concept of blended learning, its significance, and its potential role in advancing education systems across the Gulf region. The regional gathering, organized by the Arab Center for Educational Research for the Gulf States (ACERG), focuses on developing modern educational frameworks that align with rapid technological advancements. Speaking at the opening session, Hamad Al-Sarhani, Advisor to the Omani Minister of Education for Educational Administration Affairs, highlighted the importance of embracing new learning models in response to ongoing digital transformation. 'We are living in a time of profound digital change, which calls for the creation of innovative educational systems that reflect this transformation,' Al-Sarhani said. 'One of the most notable models is blended learning, which combines the strengths of both in-person and e-learning methodologies.' Al-Sarhani noted that the meetings aim to build participants' capacities in designing and implementing effective blended learning strategies. He expressed appreciation to ACERG for its continued support of educational development in Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. Director of the Arab Center for Educational Research, Dr Mohammed Al-Sharika, also addressed the gathering, describing blended learning as a practical and effective solution to contemporary educational challenges. 'Blended learning helps improve access to knowledge, supports self-learning, and promotes the integration of technology in education,' Al-Sharika said, while praising the Omani Ministry of Education for hosting the event and acknowledging the active participation of education ministries from ABEGS member states. Al-Sharika reviewed several initiatives led by the Center aimed at incorporating technology into educational systems and enhancing blended learning practices throughout the region. The three-day event includes nine sessions dedicated to examining the outcomes of ACERG's blended learning programs. Discussions will cover key concepts, the rationale for adopting blended learning in Gulf education systems, and the design of blended learning environments—encompassing instructional methods, digital tools, and educational content. Attending the meetings are specialists in education policy, curriculum development, and educational supervision from the ministries of education in ABEGS member states. Headquartered in Kuwait, ACERG was established following a resolution of the Second General Conference of Ministers of Education in the Arab Gulf States, held in Riyadh in May 1977. As one of ABEGS' affiliated institutions, the Center is dedicated to promoting scientific research, educational assessment, and the advancement of education across its member countries—namely the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Yemen, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Oman, and Qatar. — KUNA
Times of Oman
19-05-2025
- Business
- Times of Oman
Oman participates in meeting of GCC Ministers of Education in Kuwait
Kuwait: The Sultanate of Oman today participated in the ninth meeting of the GCC Ministers of Education, held in the State of Kuwait. Oman's delegation was headed by Dr. Madiha Ahmed Al Shaibani, Minister of Education. The meeting discussed several topics related to enhancing cooperation and integration among the ministries of education in the GCC states. The Gulf Strategy for Drug Control (2025-2028) was reviewed, which included numerous proposals for developing educational and training programs in this field. Additionally, the meeting addressed the development of the Arab Bureau of Education for the Gulf States (ABEGS) to ensure its contribution in supporting the work of the ministries of education and keeping pace with current and future transformations in education. As for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the meeting agreed that ABEGS would incorporate some of the national indicators pursued by the GCC ministries of education into reports for Goal 4 (Quality Education) to highlight the role of GCC countries globally. Furthermore, the meeting reviewed the strategic plan of the GCC Scouts and Guides Committee for the years (2026-2030), which includes local and international scouting programs and activities. Discussions also covered a study conducted by ABEGS on enhancing financial literacy among school students for practical application. The meeting also examined several initiatives proposed by Kuwait and Saudi Arabia pertaining to school sports, sports exchanges for gifted students and outstanding teachers across the GCC, and strategic transformation in general education.
Sharjah 24
06-03-2025
- General
- Sharjah 24
ALECGS hosts the Dean of Spain's Faculty of Andalusian Studies
The visit included an introduction to ALECGS efforts in serving the Arabic language for non-native speakers and the most important studies in this field. His Excellency Dr. Abdul Samad Romero was briefed on the centre's work in the field of developing the teaching of the Arabic language for non-native speakers, such as studying terms of reference for teaching the Arabic language to non-native speakers, studying the quality standards document for institutions teaching the Arabic language to non-native speakers, and studying the preparation of Arabic language teachers for non-native speakers in light of contemporary standards. Touring ALECGS facilities The visit included an introductory tour of the centre's most important facilities to learn about the efforts and achievements made by ALECGS in serving the Arabic language at the regional educational level. The guest was accompanied by His Excellency Dr. Issa Al Hammadi, ALECGS Director, who introduced the guest to the centre (being one of the departments of the Arab Bureau of Education for the Gulf States 'ABEGS') in Sharjah. The centre is specialised in teaching and learning the Arabic language and is affiliated with ABEGS. It is headquartered in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. The centre has a legal personality and an independent budget within the Bureau's budget. ALECGS aims to develop the teaching and learning of the Arabic language on distinguished educational, scientific and professional foundations, while adopting the best technical means and adhering to international quality standards. Dr. Al Hammadi confirmed the importance of the Arabic language and its position at the Arab and international levels, and moved on to introduce the centre's goals and achievements, which are supported and sponsored by His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah. The tour included the halls within the centre, passing by the centre's library, which includes ALECGS publications and various valuable books, including the publications of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi as well as publications in the field of curricula and methods of teaching the Arabic language. The exhibition The tour also included the permanent exhibition of the Arabic language at the centre, which includes several corners related to the Arabic language and literature, including a corner of the most famous books in Arabic literature, a corner of the Mu'allaqat of pre-Islamic poetry, a corner of the Arabic language academies and a brief about each academy, in addition to the most famous scholars in the Arabic language. During the tour of the exhibition, Dr. Al Hammadi explained the history of the Arabic language and literature, which is divided into five eras: the pre-Islamic era, the Islamic era, the Abbasid era, the era of states and emirates, and then the modern era, and the role of literature in preserving Arabic culture and language. ALECGS achievements The centre's achievements were presented, including studies, research, programmes, conferences, seminars, forums, training programmes, and all the activities and events that ALECGS organised and participated in implementing at the regional and local levels with local community institutions and relevant authorities in the field of teaching and learning the Arabic language. The visit concluded with Dr. Abdul Samad Romero thanking ALECGS for the warm welcome and for the new knowledge it provided about the Arabic language, history, and strategies for teaching and learning it, appreciating the efforts of the centre, which enjoys the support and patronage of His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah.
