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Research news: School attendance problems

22 June 2026

Absent students miss more than just lesson content they miss the opportunities to build the habits and skills to succeed at school and in life. New…

Life lessons: UAE school heads say new social media rules will 'protect

20 June 2026

Schools will be a bridge to spread the word on how the new policy will protect children and increase real-world interaction.

Abu Dhabi unveils new private education strategy with focus on AI,

19 June 2026

ADEK outlines four priorities to prepare students for future jobs and digital skills.

UAE schools 2026: How top education providers are hiring teachers for the

18 June 2026

UAE schools ramp up 2026–27 teacher hiring as top education providers compete globally for talent and focus on retention, career growth and teacher...

Why AI Literacy Is Becoming Essential for the Future of Education in the

17 June 2026

Imagine a university graduate who knows the theory perfectly but gets lost when it comes to setting up workflow automation using neural networks. Or a…

Recognizing Champions of Student Well-Being

09 June 2026

Four faculty members and five teaching assistants have been named Aggie Well-Being Champions in recognition of their efforts to integrate the health…

'I use AI for nearly everything': Teachers discuss the promise and

09 June 2026

Artificial intelligence is shaping the technological boom in education and it's already having an impact in classrooms nationwide.

The Role of Gamification and Interactive Learning in K-12 Classrooms

08 June 2026

Explore how gamification and interactive learning tools can drive student engagement in K-12 classrooms, and learn what to look for when choosing the…

Dubai expands education councils to include parents and teachers

08 June 2026

Dubai expands education councils to include parents, teachers and students, giving families a stronger voice in shaping private schools and early…

UAE Expands AI Push With New Leadership Development Program

04 June 2026

The program aims to equip Emirati professionals with the governance and leadership skills needed to deploy agentic AI responsibly at scale.

Why AI Fluency, Not Literacy, Is The Differentiator: 4 Moves For Higher Ed

28 May 2026

What separates graduates entering an AI-restructured entry-level job market is whether they can use AI to pressure-test an ...

4 Questions We Must Answer Before Bringing AI Into the Classroom

28 May 2026

New York City public schools’ recently released guidelines aim to establish “a foundational vision for how to use AI going ...

Alef Education and TMRW Edtech Join Forces to Reimagine Future of

25 May 2026

Alef Education, a UAE-based global leader in education technology, and TMRW Edtech have joined forces to redefine the future ...

How to choose the right AI tools for teaching

25 May 2026

Educators are not always aware of the implications of using the latest shiny AI tool. Laura Milne offers guidance on balancing educational value with…

Code Ninjas: The AI-In-Education Problem Isn’t Cheating. It’s Passivity.

22 May 2026

AI in education is a problem, says Code Ninjas CEO Navin Gurnaney. But it's not cheating. Rather, it's passivity.

DEF Education & Gaming Summit

22 May 2026

The DEF Education & Gaming Summit is the first-ever education-focused gaming summit launched as part of Dubai Esports & Games Festival…

Abu Dhabi pushes Emirati representation in classrooms with new education

21 May 2026

Abu Dhabi boosts Emirati teachers through a landmark ADEK–Aldar partnership, creating structured pathways, training, and jobs in future-ready…

UK agrees £3.7bn trade deal with six Gulf states

20 May 2026

The Conservatives, who began the negotiations for the deal when in government, said it was "another major Brexit opportunity" which Labour risked…

Teachers need AI literacy, ethics and agency before classrooms can scale AI

19 May 2026

A new review published in Education Sciences finds that AI can support more flexible and responsive teacher preparation, but ...

The Real Problem With AI in STEM Education

14 May 2026

Last semester, I assigned students in my energy storage systems class a problem set comparing the electrical designs of ...

UAE schools mark strong in-person comeback as parents, pupils show

13 May 2026

UAE schools record strong in-person return as over a million students resume classes, with parents showing confidence in safety and continuity…

New research highlights key drivers for effective mental health education

11 May 2026

New findings reveal that teacher confidence is the strongest predictor of successful mental health education in secondary schools, and that…

UAE schools look to bounce back but nurseries feel financial squeeze

11 May 2026

Majority of pupils returned to in-person learning on Monday, while some stay home or study from abroad.

How can emerging leaders of higher education develop skills in

11 May 2026

Debbie McVitty and Fiona Lennoxsmith reflect on the structural challenge of higher education change and invite emerging leaders to join a new Wonkhe…

Why some Mecca schools are switching to remote learning

08 May 2026

Mecca schools shift to partial distance learning as Saudi Arabia eases traffic and boosts Hajj preparations while keeping classes running online.

Teacher wellbeing in schools: a systematic review of job demands and job

08 May 2026

Research indicates that while teachers generally love their jobs, teaching remains a highly stress-sensitive profession.

UAE distance learning 2026: How schools switched to online classes amid

06 May 2026

UAE schools swiftly shift to distance learning after renewed regional tensions, ensuring continuity, safety and support for students and families from…

We Studied How AI Shapes Teachers’ Well-Being. Here’s What We Found

25 April 2026

A lot of teachers first met artificial intelligence the same way they met previous initiatives—in a staff meeting, on a slide deck, and with a promise…

Beyond the classroom: Connecting Education to Purpose in Uncertain Times

21 April 2026

In a time of disruption and uncertainty, students are no longer just adapting to education systems, they are actively reshaping them. In today’s…

How alternative schooling models are gaining momentum in the UAE

16 April 2026

Dubai: Changing lifestyles, increased mobility, and the rise of hybrid work models are reshaping how families in the UAE and regionally approach…

EdTech Promised to Fix Education. This University Is Actually Doing It.

15 April 2026

Over the past decade, the education technology industry attracted more than $20 billion in venture capital, with 2021 alone accounting for that total.

Nurturing young minds with sustainable storytelling

14 April 2026

Maxine Spence, Senior Product Manager, shares how Green Sparks, our series of levelled readers aligned to the UN's SDGs, aims to empower and…

A diamond in Dubai - GEMS School of Research and Innovation

14 April 2026

GEMS School of Research and Innovation offers a varied, purpose built, technology-rich campus to prepare students for the future. Paul Milligan…

Digital School’s 'Donate Your Own Device 2.0' hits 70% milestone in record

12 April 2026

Launched by the Digital School, the "Donate Your Own Device 2.0" campaign has recorded a significant milestone, attracting ...

Saudi POS climbs 13.4% to $3.9bn as education spending spikes

10 April 2026

https://arab.news/zr8nq. RIYADH: Saudi Arabia's point-of-sale transactions climbed 13.4 percent in the week ending April 4 to SR14.7 billion ($3.9…

Balancing work and remote learning in the UAE: How parents are coping

10 April 2026

How UAE parents juggle remote work and online schooling, leaning on community support, flexible routines and wellbeing tools to keep families…

UAE eases teachers' burden, introduces new admin roles to reduce teaching

10 April 2026

UAE's Ministry of Education is set to transform the country's education sector with major reforms in administrative and ...

Four AI Platforms Approved for Use in UAE Schools

09 April 2026

The Ministry of Education authorises ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini and Claude for classroom use under new guidance.

273 Million Children Out of School

08 April 2026

A new United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) report delivers a sobering message: the ...

UAE issues 10 rules to keep students safe during remote learning

07 April 2026

Dubai: The UAE's Ministry of Education has issued 10 key guidelines aimed at protecting students during periods of remote learning, as schools across…

Sustaining education in the Middle East: Innovation and adaptation amid

07 April 2026

Ongoing tensions between Iran, Israel and the US have brought new challenges to countries across the Gulf. For the education sector in the United…

Which AI tools can students use in UAE schools? Ministry names four

21 February 2026

Discover the four AI platforms approved by the UAE Ministry of Education for safe use in schools, enhancing learning while maintaining academic…

Global Education Trends: How Students Are Adapting to New Learning

20 February 2026

Digital Learning, Educational technology, global education trends, online education Global Education Trends: How Students Are Adapting to New Learning…

Searching for K–12 and workforce-ready teachers

19 February 2026

The United States is facing a teacher shortage of historic proportions — one that now threatens both K–12 education and the nation's emerging…

Leadership Q&A: A multidisciplinary approach to learning and student

18 February 2026

In today's Leadership Q&A, River Nile School Principal Charles Hertzog shares what makes his school community unique, how the context shapes his…

What is Alpha, the AI-only school of the future?

18 February 2026

Alpha School was founded in 2014 by educational podcaster and 2 Hour Learning founder MacKenzie Price and software and ...

Eye on Education: 10 ways K-12 education policymaking can go wrong

18 February 2026

There is nothing like a disagreement over education policy to ruin an otherwise pleasant dinner out with friends.

Abu Dhabi school food rules 2026: What’s on the banned list?

18 February 2026

Discover the new 2026 school food rules in Abu Dhabi, where strict guidelines aim to promote student health by banning high-sugar, high-salt,...

What’s Worse for Students: A Boring Worksheet or Ineffective Ed Tech?

11 February 2026

Amelia Vance, at left, the founder and president of the Public Interest Privacy Center, leads a discussion on Feb. 10, 2026, at George Washington…

Why teachers need to ‘care less’ to avoid burnout

10 February 2026

From data overload to emotional exhaustion, new research reveals why Australia’s teacher retention crisis shows little sign of easing

British Council joins key UNESCO-led global education initiatives

10 February 2026

The British Council has joined UNESCO's Global Education Coalition and the International Task Force on Teachers for Education 2030, reinforcing its…

Khalifa Foundation grants $12.8 million to support Indonesia’s education

06 February 2026

With a grant totalling US$12.8 million, the UAE is supporting the education sector in Indonesia through a strategic ...

From Vision to Execution: How Artificial Intelligence Is Quietly Reshaping

06 February 2026

Governments and companies are embedding machine learning into transport safety, recycling, and logistics systems that residents use every day, often…

Ramadan 2026: UAE schools announce 12-day holiday and shorter school days

04 February 2026

Middle East News: As Ramadan 2026 approaches, UAE schools will implement shorter school days and a significant 12-day holiday, promoting a balance…

How ChatGPT is replacing Google search, helping UAE students learn much

02 February 2026

University students told Khaleej Times that AI has reshaped their academic routines, making them more confident about learning. PUBLISHED: Sun 1 Feb…

Artificial Intelligence in the real world: How students are being prepped

02 February 2026

Whether it's middle schoolers at Code Girls United or students at Flathead Valley Community College, young people of all ages ...

Teachers’ social-emotional confidence at the start of term supports ongoing

02 February 2026

Rebecca J. Collie shares her new research that examines teachers’ social-emotional confidence, the role of school leader support in fostering it, and…

UAE residents outsourcing their brains to AI: Are we losing our minds?

31 January 2026

Middle East News: In the United Arab Emirates, artificial intelligence is no longer a niche technology used only by tech companies.

Shock over pupil behaviour and teacher safety in 'one of the toughest jobs'

31 January 2026

WalesOnline readers have shared concerns about teacher safety and pupil discipline after reports of assaults in schools, with calls for action on…

2026 Predictions for AI and Ed Tech in K-12 Education: What Industry

31 January 2026

In an open call last month, we asked education-serving industry leaders to weigh in on how AI and ed tech will impact schools and districts in the…

Misk Schools Achieves ISO 9001:2015 Certification for Quality Management

30 January 2026

Riyadh, 26 January 2026: Misk Schools has achieved ISO 9001:2015 certification, the internationally recognised standard for Quality Management…

Artificial Intelligence Reshapes the Future of Education in the Kingdom

19 January 2026

Artificial intelligence has become one of the most profound transformative forces shaping the future of education, through the integration of…

Teachers turn to AI, but doubts linger

19 January 2026

Australian educators are adopting artificial intelligence at rates higher than their international peers, but concerns about academic integrity and…

UAE school for special needs children launched

17 January 2026

In an attempt to transform the educational landscape for children with special needs, the Government of Guyana, in partnership with the United Arab…