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How much are tuition fees in the UK and is university worth it?

28 August 2025

UK nations set their own fees. In Northern Ireland, the maximum annual cost of an undergraduate degree is £4,855 for Northern Irish students or £9,535…

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Saudi Arabia returns to two-semester school year, unveils four-year

28 August 2025

Dubai: The Saudi Cabinet has approved the reinstatement of a two-semester academic year for public schools starting in the ...

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Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence begins new academic

28 August 2025

ABU DHABI,UAE, Aug. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) has welcomed its largest cohort for its…

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Back to School in Abu Dhabi: "A Year of Growth, Creativity & Wellbeing"

28 August 2025

Principals in Abu Dhabi share how inclusive classrooms, state-of-the-art facilities, and hands-on learning will shape learning in the 2025–26 academic…

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Make every school day count - Knowsley News

28 August 2025

Ahead of the new academic year, the council is reminding all pupils, parents and carers of the importance of attending school regularly.

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UAE schools to introduce AI curriculum without exams

28 August 2025

The Ministry of Education has confirmed that the Artificial Intelligence (AI) curriculum, to be implemented for the first time across public schools…

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UAE: 9 new public schools to open amid major education upgrades across

28 August 2025

Nine new public schools are set to open across the UAE in the new academic year starting from August 25. Meanwhile, maintenance work has been carried…

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'New beginning': Sheikh Mohammed wishes students, teachers ahead of new

28 August 2025

Ahead of the new academic year, UAE's Vice President shared a message of hope and motivation to students across the country.

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New UNESCO report: Leadership is key to Viet Nam’s education transformation

12 August 2025

UNESCO released the Vietnamese translation of its flagship Global Education Monitoring (GEM) Report 2024/5, titled “Leadership in Education: Lead for…

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What works for leadership in higher education now?

12 August 2025

Fiona Lennoxsmith and Will Foster introduce Advance HE’s new leadership framework for the sector Fiona Lennoxsmith and Will Foster introduce Advance…

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7 books every school leader should read

12 August 2025

Author and former teacher and leader Mark Enser recommends 7 books that school leaders should read, with themes ranging from building school ethos to…

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UAE: Do you see teachers often quit? How Sharjah plans to support, retain

12 August 2025

Discover how Sharjah is enhancing school leadership and retaining teachers by prioritising emotional intelligence. Learn about the latest strategies…

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Dr Krishna Priya honoured with ‘Outstanding Leader in Education Impact

12 August 2025

Award Recognition: Dr Krishna Priya wins Outstanding Leader in Education at UAE’s Next MasterMind Awards 2025 for her impact in inclusive education…

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Taaleem named among the world’s best school groups for teacher wellbeing,

12 August 2025

Taaleem in the UAE has today been named among the world’s best school groups for teachers to work at. It earned Best School to Work Certified Group…

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UAE- Framing the Future of Education

31 July 2025

A powerful economy? A booming tech sector? Or something far more foundational—an education system that dares to evolve as fast as the world around it?

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How Is AI Powering Next-Gen AR/VR Games in the UAE?

31 July 2025

Level Up: The Power of Games to Inspire and ConnectWhen most people think of video games, their minds jump to controllers, screens, or characters…

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Reshaping the future of mathematics education

31 July 2025

(opens in a new window)Dr Flavia H. Santos, cognitive neuroscientist and Assistant Professor in the UCD School of Psychology has - along with partner…

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5 reasons why game design is the best way to teach STEAM skills

31 July 2025

Through game design, students gain hands-on experience that traditional classrooms often lack--and they build strong STEAM skills.

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Abu Dhabi University introduces 21 new programmes, driving innovation

31 July 2025

Abu Dhabi University (ADU) has introduced 21 new programmes as part of its Fall 2025-2026 academic portfolio, spanning a diverse range of disciplines,…

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Global universities in Dubai announce transformative programmes and

31 July 2025

From artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics to game development and the creative arts, universities and higher education leaders at Dubai Knowledge…

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Crafting Thoughtful AI Policy in Higher Education: A Guide for

09 July 2025

Learn how institutional leaders can develop mission-driven AI policies that balance innovation, ethics, and stakeholder needs in higher education.

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Building Trust: The First Step In AI’s Journey Through Higher Education

08 July 2025

Generative AI can improve efficiencies across a university’s operations by automating routine tasks, surfacing insights faster and enabling smarter…

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LINC Summit 2025 drives innovation in UAE education sector

08 July 2025

Abu Dhabi: The Emirates College for Advanced Education (ECAE) organized the LINC Summit 2025 at the Nabd Al Falah Community hub in Abu Dhabi,…

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Experts warn that education systems must change in the age of AI

08 July 2025

Education researchers argue the merit-based education system creates mental health issues and fails to prepare students.

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AI in education 2025: A new era of teaching and learning

08 July 2025

The education landscape is undergoing a remarkable transformation, with Artificial Intelligence (AI) moving from the realm of the future to becoming…

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Virtual Simulations Help Future Teachers Build Social-Emotional Skills

08 July 2025

The simulations are meant to give future teachers low-stakes opportunities to practice what to say and do before they’re in a real classroom. The…

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UAE: Robot teachers enhance learning by 8% over human teachers in primary

08 July 2025

A new study by a Dubai-based university has found that incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics into early years education can enhance…

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AI revolution: How artificial intelligence is reshaping education and jobs

08 July 2025

The best way an undergrad can prepare for an AI-altered workforce is to develop human qualities that machines cannot replicate, such as critical…

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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…

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#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

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#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…

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#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

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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

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#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…

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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…

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#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

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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',…

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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…

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#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…

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#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…

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#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

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#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…

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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…

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#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

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#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…

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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…

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#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

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#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

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#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

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#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

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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…

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#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…

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#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…

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#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…

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#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,…

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#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…

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