Technology & Online Learning
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News & Reports
The Researcher Who Wants to Tidy the Web
This researcher believes the Internet has expanded without any oversight and wants to correct that.
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Egypt Plans Radical Change in Measuring High-School Success
Egypt’s ministry of education plans to depart from the exclusive reliance on a single exam at the end of high…
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Opinion
Leveraging U.S. College Scholarships for Syrian Students
The Syrian Youth Empowerment initiative guides high-school students in Syria through the U.S. college application process. Its cofounder George Batah…
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Tips & Resources
An Online Movement Translates Academic Articles Into Arabic
To meet a need for Arabic versions of publications in science and humanities, volunteers are publishing new translations online.
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In Morocco, a Big Push for Vocational Education
Recent Moroccan vocational education efforts include an emphasis on close partnerships with industry and emphasis on soft skills, such as…
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Egypt Debates Introducing Electronic Textbooks
The plan would cut government printing costs, but families would need expensive electronic reading devices and possibly Internet access.
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Tips & Resources
Lessons On Providing Higher Education To Refugees
A recent report focuses on the views of refugee students and their use of technology.
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World Cup Inspires Innovation Research in Qatar
Practical ideas for life in a hot climate could be useful beyond soccer.
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Opinion
Can MOOCs Be Women’s Entryway into STEM?
MOOCS could be a second (or first) chance for many women to enter STEM careers. But can the courses be…
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Arab Universities and MOOCs: Cautious Cooperation
While Arab youth are eager to use the Arab massive open online courses’ platforms, Arab academic institutions seem reluctant to…
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