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Education


Reshaping Preschool Education: Chakib Benmoussa Forges Strategic Partnerships with National Associations

In a bold move to establish and universalize modern, high-quality preschool education in Morocco, Chakib Benmoussa, the Minister of National Education, Preschool and Sports, has unveiled an innovative strategy that actively involves national associations. This audacious approach aims to open between......

Ministry of Education Dispels Rumors, Affirms Stability in Curricula and Timetables

In a decisive move to quell mounting speculation, a high-ranking official from the Ministry of National Education, Preschool, and Sports has categorically denied rumors suggesting major changes to the educational curriculum and schedules for the upcoming academic year. The ministry's stance underscores......

Moroccan Academia Ascends: Mohammed V University Rises in Global Rankings

In an impressive showcase of academic excellence, Mohammed V University of Rabat (UM5R) has solidified its position among the world's top institutions of higher learning. The highly esteemed Center for World University Rankings (CWUR) has recently released its much-anticipated 2024 edition, sparking......

Fostering Agricultural Excellence: OCP Africa's Digital Farming School in Côte d'Ivoire Poised for September Debut

In a collaborative endeavor to propel agricultural education into the digital age, OCP Africa, a subsidiary of the renowned Moroccan phosphate enterprise OCP Group, has unveiled plans for the imminent inauguration of the Digital Farming School (DFS) in Yamoussoukro, Côte d'Ivoire. Scheduled......

Virtual Exchange Initiative Connects Youth Across Continents, Fostering Cultural Understanding

In an effort to nurture global awareness and equip young minds for an increasingly interconnected world, the J. Christopher Stevens Virtual Exchange Initiative has allocated a substantial $3.61 million to support 11 virtual exchange programs. This initiative aims to bridge cultural gaps among nearly......

Morocco Unveils National Energy Transition Consortium to Pioneer a Sustainable Future

Morocco has taken a significant step toward advancing its renewable energy aspirations by convening the inaugural session of the Moroccan National Energy Transition Consortium (MNETC) at the Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P). This groundbreaking initiative brings together a diverse group of stakeholders,......

Education Minister Affirms Respect for Disciplinary Councils' Decisions on Suspended Teachers

Morocco's Minister of National Education, Chakib Benmoussa, has reaffirmed his department's commitment to upholding due process and fairness in the education sector by pledging to honor the decisions of disciplinary councils regarding suspended teachers. This declaration comes amidst the ministry's......

Moroccan Chemist Mohamed Eddaoudi Honored with Prestigious Kuwait Prize

Eddaoudi's research at KAUST focuses on developing and synthesizing novel functional solid-state materials, particularly metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), for a wide range of chemical applications. These innovative materials, meticulously crafted through molecular and supramolecular building block......

Pioneering Pact: Morocco and Spain Unite in Scientific Pursuit

Morocco and Spain have taken a pioneering step toward enhanced scientific collaboration, marking the start of an era of groundbreaking discoveries and technological advancements. The agreement, signed by the Spanish National Research Council (CSIC) and the National Center for Scientific and Technical......

Moroccan Educators Raise Their Voices: Nationwide Protests Against Arbitrary Suspensions and Injustice

As Eid Al Fitr celebrations draw to a close, Morocco's academic sphere braces for a surge of protests poised to resonate nationwide. A coalition of teacher unions and associations has unveiled a bold plan to escalate demands for fair treatment and justice within the education sector, climaxing in......

Moroccan Ministry Adapts Baccalaureate Exam Schedule Amidst Educational Challenges

Morocco's Ministry of National Education has announced adjustments to the 2023-24 academic year's baccalaureate exam schedule in response to extensive teacher strikes that lasted over four months, resulting in significant lost instructional time for students. In a circular issued by the Ministry,......

Moroccan-Spanish Academic Alliance Forges New Frontiers

In a groundbreaking move aimed at deepening academic and cultural bonds between Morocco and Spain, Mohammed V University (UM5) of Rabat and the esteemed Complutense University of Madrid have sealed a historic cooperation agreement. The pact, formalized in the Spanish capital by UM5 President Farid El......

Alarming Revelation: Morocco Lags Behind Neighbors in Global IQ Rankings

In a startling disclosure, a recent study conducted by CEOWORLD magazine has positioned Morocco in a dismal 174th place out of 199 countries in a global evaluation of average intelligence quotient (IQ) scores. With an alarming average IQ of 67.03, Morocco finds itself trailing not only on the global......