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#NEWS: Saudi Arabia to build 166 ‘schools without walls’ in push for

26 June 2025

The schools will be constructed in residential communities developed by the National Housing Company (NHC), known as NHC destinations, in six major…

#NEWS: How AI is becoming a ‘game changer’ for teachers

25 June 2025

Views on the role of artificial intelligence in education have shifted dramatically since ChatGPT launched in late 2022

#NEWS; New timetable: How UAE KG students will learn Arabic through music,

25 June 2025

Starting from the 2025–2026 academic year, all private schools in the UAE will be required to offer 200 minutes of Arabic classes per week at the…

#NEWS: UAE: Thousands of teachers to undergo AI-driven assessment to boost

23 June 2025

The education minister warns if students become passive consumers of AI outputs, this could weaken their ability to think critically and independently

Indian university boom in UAE: Affordable, high-quality education by

19 June 2025

Indian universities have experienced an 390% growth in their presence on global rankings, with many now opening up in the Emirates

#NEWS: Abu Dhabi launches child protection policy for sports sector

12 June 2025

Abu Dhabi: In alignment with Federal Law No. 3 of 2016 on child rights, known as the "Wadeema Law," the Department of Community Development – Abu…

Unlocking the potential and navigating the challenges of AI integration

10 June 2025

Education and AI experts have united to discuss the key challenges and opportunities that are foreseen, as part of a panel discussion staged by the…

#NEWS: From English to Automotive Class, Teachers Assign Projects to Combat

10 June 2025

As teachers experiment with ways to block students from cheating with generative AI, including going back to pen and paper, some educators see a

ADNOC Expands STEM Education Program 'to Empower UAE Students in AI'

09 June 2025

Through our STEM education program, ADNOC is equipping the UAE's young talent with the skills and mindset needed to thrive in an AI-driven future',…

Has AI 'transformed' university for the better?

05 June 2025

One told the BBC that AI had "transformed" her studies, praising it for making her "more confident" with her work. But experts have taken a more…

#NEWS: 7 teacher workforce trends you need to know

05 June 2025

The latest government census includes data on the size and characteristics of the workforce, and what’s happening with teacher recruitment and…

#NEWS: GEMS education expands to Saudi Arabia, Bahrain with new partnership

29 May 2025

SEP is backed by the Saudi Education Fund (SEF), which is managed by EFG Hermes — a subsidiary of EFG Holding and the region’s leading investment…

#NEWS: Researchers Turn to AI to Help Diagnose Children’s Speech Disorders

28 May 2025

In some parts of the country, speech language pathologists are scarce, even as more children need support with verbal communication. Researchers are

#NEWS: UAE announces Eid Al Adha holidays for public sector employees

28 May 2025

In a statement issued by the Federal Authority of Human Resources, the authority said on Wednesday that the nation will observe the holiday from 9…

Rethinking schooling abroad: How online education is empowering expat

28 May 2025

Finding the right educational fit can be daunting for expat families in the UAE and beyond. Traditional school systems aren’t always built for…

#NEWS: AI in education: we must steer a course between hype and fear

26 May 2025

Technology is challenging traditional ideas about studying and exams but if the academic world can adapt then it need not undermine them

#NEWS: ATLAB supports GCC’s K–12 and Universities with creative STEAM

26 May 2025

Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE are driving the adoption of blended learning, data insights, and gamified tools to enhance education and student…

Parent App hosts groundbreaking panel on AI and the future of early

20 May 2025

Firas El Bizri, CEO of Parent App, revealed: “While AI can help identify patterns or early warning signs, it is essential that it doesn’t undermine…

#NEWS: Future of higher education deserves an honest debate

13 May 2025

Universities are among the UK’s most prized assets but too many are financially unsustainable. A greater focus on vocational alternatives is required

#NEWS: Three-quarters of primary teachers report declining fine motor

12 May 2025

Primary teachers have noticed a deterioration in pupils’ ability to perform precise movements, such as holding a pencil or using scissors

#NEWS: Making Math Class Relevant to Real Life

12 May 2025

From focusing more on careers to connecting with computer science, K-12 math instruction is changing. How are publishers and experts thinking about

#NEWSHow Dubai schools’ peer mentoring programmes boost academic success,

12 May 2025

Several schools across Dubai are rolling out peer mentoring programmes aimed at supporting academic success and personal development among students

UAE to introduce AI in schools from age four in tech drive

06 May 2025

While implementation varies between institutions, education leaders say the overall shift marks a turning point in how schools think about technology…

#NEWS: Mandatory AI Education For All U.S. Kids? 250-Plus CEOs Say Yes

06 May 2025

In an open letter, America’s top CEOs say they want AI taught in every school. "We must prepare our children for the future — to be AI creators, not…

#NEWS: UAE to Make AI Official Subject in Schools | Entrepreneur

05 May 2025

You're reading Entrepreneur Middle East, an international franchise of Entrepreneur Media. The Ministry of Education (MoE) has announced the…

#NEWS: UAE to teach AI in government schools from kindergarten up

05 May 2025

DUBAI: UAE Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid announced on Sunday that artificial intelligence lessons would be introduced for public-school…

#NEWS: Best schools to work at in UAE: Taaleem earns global recognition for

01 May 2025

This recognition was awarded under its Best School to Work programme, which evaluates schools through an anonymous survey focused on leadership,…

#NEWS: One District’s Approach to Successful AI Integration

30 April 2025

Schools across the country are racing to integrate artificial intelligence into classrooms, but the real challenge isn’t just adopting the technology…

#NEWS: UAE: Some students can choose career path from Grade 8 as academic

30 April 2025

Experts say seeking guidance is beneficial for parents, who can consult educational advisers or specialised child psychologists during the academic…

#NEWS: Building A New Era In Education Through Tradition And Technology

29 April 2025

He's a seasoned technology executive with more than 30 years of leadership experience. Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of bridging two…

#NEWS: 9 in 10 secondary teachers make their own curriculum resources

28 April 2025

Almost nine in 10 secondary school teachers are developing their own curriculum resources for lesson planning, according to a new Department for…

#NEWS: UAE announces new higher education certificate rules

28 April 2025

UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research issues new resolution to enhance recognition of qualifications issued by foreign higher…

#NEWS: For the first time, Saudi parents can see school performance data

16 April 2025

Since the launch of the program, more than 1.7 billion data points have been collected, involving over 10 million students, teachers, and parents.

#NEWS: UAE announces 2-day extension of online classes

16 April 2025

The decision was taken to guarantee the preparedness of all schools and their surrounding areas in terms of safety and security

#NEWS: AI In Education: Personalized, Adaptive, And Breaking Barriers

15 April 2025

How does AI help students learn better? Answer by Dominik Masur.

#NEWS: UAE: Super premium Harrow school to open new campus in South Dubai

14 April 2025

This marks the second addition to Taaleem’s collection of super-premium institutions, after the February 2025 announcement of Harrow International…

#NEWS: Good news at last for early years support | Letter

13 April 2025

It was a rare sunny week for the early education sector (Editorial, 7 April). The first wave of 300 new school-based nurseries was announced – with…

#NEWS: Educators Share How They Implement AI in Their Classrooms

10 April 2025

Schools are building innovative use cases for artificial intelligence that improve lesson planning and guide students into deeper creativity and…

#NEWS: Saudi Arabia Enhances Education With Digital Platforms

03 April 2025

The Ministry of Education in Saudi Arabia has taken significant strides in modernizing educational services, particularly with the launch of the…

#NEWS: How Dubai schools are addressing the unique needs of students with

01 April 2025

Parental involvement is also a key aspect of the approach taken by these institutions Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp…

#NEWS: Sustainability in schools: Educating for a greener tomorrow

01 April 2025

Schools can create an environmentally responsible atmosphere while inspiring students to become active participants in sustainability.

#NEWS: 'Crack jokes on quadratic equations': How Abu Dhabi teachers are

31 March 2025

Over a hundred teachers from Abu Dhabi schools have been trained to use artificial intelligence (AI) for innovative teaching methods -- like cracking…

#NEWS: AI In Education - Up-level Your Teaching With AI By Cloning Yourself

31 March 2025

AI for Educators: How to level up your teaching with AI. Discover how to use clones and GPTs in your classroom—personalized AI teaching is the future.

#NEWS : Can Small Language Models Help K–12 Schools?

21 March 2025

Enter small language models (SLMs). These language models are trained on specific data sets, rather than the entirety of available data on the…

#NEWS: The Arbor School's Unique Approach to Shaping Future Leaders

19 March 2025

Discover how The Arbor School in Dubai is revolutionizing education with personalized learning, eco-literacy, and real-world experiences, shaping…

#NEWS: How Educators Are Leading the Future of Learning With AI Initiatives

19 March 2025

Technology in today’s classrooms is advancing rapidly, reshaping the way students learn and teachers teach, especially with advancements in AI.

#NEWS: The K-12 Pandemic Disruption: Five Years And Counting

18 March 2025

Some of these distressing effects result from pandemic school closures, while others predate the pandemic but were made worse by it.

#NEWS: Why Digital Fluency, Adaptability and AI-Powered Learning Matter

17 March 2025

The future isn’t just approaching — it’s moving fast. As industries evolve and workforce demands shift, schools and districts have a critical role in

#NEWS: Arabic in Dubai schools: Experts call for curriculum change

16 March 2025

Dubai’s KHDA introduced the policy that mandates Arabic language education for children from birth to six years at all private schools and early…

#NEWS: Saudi Arabia opens applications for over 10,000 teaching jobs

06 March 2025

Candidates must meet application requirements and pass evaluation criteria. The initial list of selected candidates will be announced on Sunday, March…

UAE: Staggered dismissals, shorter hours mark first full school day of

03 March 2025

UAE schools adjust schedules for Ramadan with staggered dismissals and shorter hours to ease traffic and accommodate fasting students. Learn how…

#NEWS: Dubai: GEMS plans $300 million spend and aims to educate 35,000

03 March 2025

GEMS Education plans a $300 million investment to expand its student base by 35,000 by 2028, leveraging Dubai's population growth and influx of…

#NEWS: Ramadan 2025 in Dubai: Private schools ready to shift to remote

28 February 2025

Dubai private schools embrace remote learning on Fridays during Ramadan, ensuring flexibility for students to balance academics and family time.…

#NEWS: Ministers urged to ensure climate change is taught across curriculum

27 February 2025

With the government undertaking a review of the curriculum, a letter from experts appeals to the DfE to ensure that climate change and sustainability…

#NEWS: How Flexibility and Choice Leads to Better Learners

27 February 2025

Creating a personalized learning environment begins with a clear, shared vision with an emphasis on student benefits. School leaders should create a…

#NEWS: UAE's higher education gains global rankings: 4 universities enter

27 February 2025

UAE universities are making significant strides in higher education, with four institutions now ranked in the QS top 500 for 2025. Learn about the key…

How AI is transforming education — but potentially impacting child

20 February 2025

RIYADH: Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing industries across the globe, and education is no exception. From personalized learning experiences…

#NEWS: Trends and opportunities defining school education in 2025

19 February 2025

Looking at promising prospects of the education sector, here are the trends and opportunities that will be shaping 2025.

#NEWS: Schools lack expertise in AI, leaders warn

19 February 2025

Most school leaders feel their is a lack of knowledge about AI in their schools or trusts, according to research that highlights concerns about the…

#NEWS: 'Degrees expire in up to 3 years': UAE educators stress need to

19 February 2025

UAE educators at the AGF Summit 2025 stress the need to reassess traditional degrees amid rapid AI and tech advancements. Lifelong learning and…

#NEWS: New learning series explores teacher wellbeing

18 February 2025

Hills Grammar’s 2025 series explores the powerful link between wellbeing and learning for teachers and students

#NEWS: Nurturing Tomorrow's Leaders: How UAE Schools Are Pioneering

17 February 2025

Discover how the UAE is shaping tomorrow's leaders with a focus on sustainability, from climate conferences to innovative educational initiatives.…

Saudi teacher wins $1 million Global Teacher Prize at World Governments

13 February 2025

Outside of official hours, Mansour leads a programme for prison inmates, helping them to read and write, giving them a second chance at life. As a…

#NEWS: How I Navigate the Classroom as a Neurodivergent Teacher

05 February 2025

EdSurge Voices of Change fellow Fatema Elbakoury has battled with mental health issues all her life, and her conditions have followed her into the ...

#NEWS: 5 of the biggest education trends for 2025

01 February 2025

As we welcome a new year, educators and industry leaders are excited to discover the biggest education trends for 2025. The past few years have been…

#NEWS: UAE schools step up wellness support for students, parents ahead of

01 February 2025

As board exams approach, schools across the UAE are ramping up wellness initiatives — not only for students but also for

#NEWS: Yoga, standing desks: How Abu Dhabi schools are boosting physical

31 January 2025

Schools in Abu Dhabi are including more physical activity sessions in keeping with the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge’s (ADEK) new…

#NEWS: Spark Education Platform makes second acquisition in Saudi Arabia

30 January 2025

Spark Education Platform (SEP), a fast-growing K-12 operator in Saudi Arabia, owned by the Saudi Education Fund (SEF), which is managed by EFG Hermes,…

#NEWS: How Higher Ed Leaders Can Adapt to Generational Shifts

29 January 2025

Changing demographics in both students and staff, combined with rapid tech advances, offer an opportunity to invest in digital transformation.

#NEWS: Is Classroom Discussion a Dying Art?

25 January 2025

There's this fear, and I'm not even sure that it's conscious, that if they say something that other people don't agree with, it will undermine their

#NEWS: UAE teacher who built e-learning tool during Covid shortlisted for

22 January 2025

From more than 5,000 nominations and applications across 89 countries, a teacher from Fujairah, UAE, has earned a spot in the top 50 shortlist for the…

NEWS: FETC 2025: Work to Intentionally Create Flexible Learning

21 January 2025

One attendee at FETC 2025’s Friday session on “Cognitive Yoga: How Flexible Space Design Fuels Student Success” said that in most modern or flexible…

#NEWS: Solutions: Five steps to a sustainable leadership career

21 January 2025

Drawing on his experience as a leadership coach, Patrick Cozier sets out some effective ways to do the job sustainably for the long term

#NEWS: Ramadan in UAE: Shorter days, no exams; how schools prepare for holy

20 January 2025

No formal examinations will be conducted in certain UAE schools during Term 2 this year, as the Holy Month of Ramadan is expected to begin around…

#NEWS: AI Trends in Ed Tech to Watch in 2025

10 January 2025

Guardrails guide instructors as they embrace artificial intelligence to design customized learning experiences and other compelling AI developments.

#NEWS: 3 key steps when designing inclusive spaces in K-12 schools

09 January 2025

Designing inclusive K-12 education learning spaces for students with disabilities requires intentional focus and investment.

#NEWS: The advantages of edtech compliance for schools and vendors

09 January 2025

As schools continue to invest in technology, they’ll also continue to focus on edtech compliance and vet vendors to safeguard student privacy

#NEWS: UAE schools start global hunt for talent with 900 vacancies to fill

09 January 2025

Return for the spring term at the Swiss International Scientific School in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The NationalReturn for the spring term at the Swiss…

#NEWS: The Early Childhood Education Stories You Loved Most in 2024

08 January 2025

States offering free child care to educators, the merits of home visiting programs, kindergarten readiness on the decline

#NEWS: UAE announces schedule for release of grades for 2024-2025 academic

07 January 2025

The schedule for releasing first-semester grades for the 2024-2025 academic year was announced by the Ministry of Education (MoE)

#NEWS: UAE: Higher education institutes can now set own admission criteria,

30 December 2024

High school scores are no longer a mandatory admission requirement, allowing universities to admit students based on the grades of subjects relevant…

NEWS: UAE universities ranked among the best in sustainability in Arab

10 December 2024

Overall, the UAE’s highest average score is in 'equality', suggesting a high level of on-campus diversity and support for students and staff.

#NEWS: Teacher Shortage: Is Hybrid or Remote Teaching the Answer?

09 December 2024

Teachers bore the brunt of the blame, and the mood turned sour. People started leaving the field at a record pace, and fewer people entered teacher…

#NEWS: Meet the UAE's shadow teachers who are changing the lives of

09 December 2024

Learning support assistants (LSA), or shadow teachers as they are commonly called, have been at the forefront of helping students of determination to…

Unlocking AI’s Potential in Higher Education

06 December 2024

AI has the potential to transform every aspect of our lives — and it is already doing so. According to Microsoft’s 2024 Work Trend Index, 75 percent…

#NEWS: How Are New AI Tools Changing ‘Learning Analytics’?

06 December 2024

The field of “learning analytics” has been working to learn from the data trails students leave in online systems. Generative AI brings new promises

#NEWS: 7 Critical Education Trends That Will Define Learning In 2025

04 December 2024

From virtual classrooms to industry partnerships, discover the seven key trends reshaping how we learn and prepare for an AI-driven future.

#NEWS: 25 Goals for Teachers for 2025

25 November 2024

Although this one is on everyone's list every year, being organised helps you be more efficient and reduce stress.

#NEWS: Dubai announces UAE National Day break for private schools

23 November 2024

All private schools, nurseries and universities in Dubai will be closed on December 2 and 3 for Eid Al Etihad or UAE National Day...

#NEWS: How Mentorship Has Kept Me in the Classroom

20 November 2024

As a more seasoned educator, I find myself mentoring others, offering guidance to first-year teachers who remind me of my early struggles. At the same

#NEWS: UAE schools conduct assessments ahead of long winter holidays in

19 November 2024

Schools in the UAE are conducting internal assessments and preparing for evaluations as the long winter break approaches...

#NEWS: Making explaining less scary could boost learning | BPS

18 November 2024

Students who feel they don’t grasp material are often more hesitant to use certain highly effective learning strategies; the right framing could help…

#NEWS: STEM MENA Conference and Awards 2024 Set to Take Place at Expo City

10 October 2024

Reading Time: 2 minutes We are thrilled to announce that the highly anticipated STEM MENA Conference and Awards 2024 will take place at the iconic…

#NEWS: Longer school day has 'small yet positive' attainment boost

09 October 2024

Giving pupils a longer school day has a “small yet positive effect on overall attainment” with schools with top Ofsted grades and grammars more likely…

#NEWS: UAE: How VR, AI-powered learning can help neurodiverse, people of

09 October 2024

Virtual reality glasses, artificial intelligence-powered learning programmes and 3D-printed wheelchair cushions were some of the technology on…

#NEWS; Early years of education too important to be left to chance

08 October 2024

Ofsted has today published the final part in its series of Best start in life research reviews relating to early years education.