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Jordan News
29-04-2025
- General
- Jordan News
Jordanian e-learning platform accessed by 1.2 million Palestinian students in Gaza, West Bank - Jordan News
Jordanian e-learning platform accessed by 1.2 million Palestinian students in Gaza, West Bank One point two million Palestinian students in Gaza and the occupied West Bank have benefited from the free services of the Jordanian e-learning platform dedicated to Palestinian students since the start of the current academic year. اضافة اعلان The General Manager of the Jordanian company for interactive e-learning solutions and content, Jo Academy, Alaa Jarrar, announced that the "Wise School" platform and application were developed in collaboration with the World Islamic Sciences and Education University, in line with royal directives. The initiative is part of Jordan's ongoing efforts to support the Palestinian people and ensure that students can continue their education despite the challenging circumstances, particularly during the ongoing conflict in the Gaza Strip. According to Jarrar, users of the application can complete their school education by downloading materials for offline study. He commended the World Islamic Sciences and Education University for its role in creating content and producing lessons in its studios. The app covers the Palestinian curriculum from first to twelfth grade (Tawjihi) and provides students with a certificate approved by the Palestinian Ministry of Education and recognised in Jordan. He noted that over 100 Jordanian teachers contributed to the preparation and explanation of the educational materials. Jarrar added that the app ranks among the five most-viewed educational applications globally and includes interactive academic content, worksheets, questions and exercises, as well as specialised educational videos on topics such as psychological support, e-marketing, design, programming and first aid. He emphasised that the app meets the needs of students, supervisors and the Palestinian Ministry of Education for general secondary school exams, assisting in the implementation of the standards and instructions for these assessments. Petra
Jordan Times
28-04-2025
- Jordan Times
‘1.2 million students in Gaza, West Bank benefit from Jordanian e-Learning platform'
AMMAN — Over 1.2 million students in Gaza and the West Bank have benefited from Jordan's free e-learning platform, which was specifically developed to support Palestinian students. The platform has been available since the start of the current academic year. Alaa Jarrar, CEO of the Jordanian interactive e-Learning solutions and content company, Jo Academy, said that the "Wise School" platform and application were developed in collaboration with the World Islamic Sciences and Education University. Jarrar told the Jordan News Agency, Petra, that the initiative was launched in response to Royal directives as part of Jordan's ongoing efforts to enhance the steadfastness of the Palestinian people and ensure that students continue their education despite the ongoing challenges, particularly the impact of the Israeli conflict in Gaza. He said that the platform allows students to download study materials and continue their education offline, without the need for an internet connection. He praised the role of the World Islamic Sciences and Education University in producing content, filming lessons, and recording them in their studios. The platform covers the Palestinian curriculum from grade one to the twelfth grade (Tawjihi) and offers students a certificate accredited by the Palestinian Ministry of Education and recognised in Jordan. Jarrar noted that over 100 Jordanian teachers contributed to creating and explaining the educational content. Jarrar said that the "Wise School" application is now among the top five most visited educational platforms globally, offering interactive academic content, worksheets, exercises, and video lessons. 'The platform also includes specialised content in areas such as psychological support, digital marketing, design, programming, and first aid.' 'The application [Wise School] is designed to support Palestinian students in preparing for Tawjihi examination and helps the Palestinian Ministry of Education implement the necessary standards and guidelines for exam administration.
CairoScene
12-02-2025
- Business
- CairoScene
Saudi Edtech ULA Raises $28 Million Series B to Advance AI Education
ULA secures funding to expand in Saudi Arabia and launch an AI-powered digital education platform. Feb 12, 2025 ULA, a Saudi edtech startup, has raised $28 million in a Series B funding round led by Growth Visions Fund, with participation from Jordan Capital & Investment Fund and Foursan Group. The funding comes as the company looks to scale its presence in Saudi Arabia and introduce a generative AI-backed digital education platform. Founded by Alaa Jarrar, ULA is a platform that prioritises the use of emerging technology like artificial intelligence, virtual reality, and augmented reality to create personalised learning experiences. Its goal is to narrow the gap between public and private education by integrating these technologies into the curriculum. Saudi Arabia's edtech sector is expanding rapidly, with a projected 13.3% growth rate from 2024 to 2032, according to IMARC. Increased investment in AI-driven learning solutions is anticipated to reshape the role of technology in education.
