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Morocco's literacy campaign struggles despite $300 million investment

Despite investing nearly 3 billion Moroccan dirhams (MAD) in literacy programs, Morocco continues to face significant challenges in reducing illiteracy rates, with 27.9% of the population over 15 still unable to read or write, according to recent government findings. During a parliamentary session on......

Morocco's "Pioneer Schools" Initiative Sets Global Benchmark in Education Quality

Morocco has emerged as a trailblazer in global education reform, according to the "Pioneer Schools" impact index. Minister of National Education, Preschool and Sports, Mohamed Saad Berrada, announced on Monday that this innovative project has significantly enhanced the quality of education......

Syrian Education Ministry Suspends Controversial Curriculum Changes Amid Public Backlash

Syria's interim government has halted planned modifications to the national school curriculum following significant public criticism over proposed changes to religious content and historical references. The education ministry announced Wednesday it would pause its intended amendments, which had......

Reimagining Art Education in Morocco: A Call for Reform

Moroccan public schools are missing an essential opportunity by reducing art education to rote learning, neglecting its potential to bridge Morocco’s rich artistic past with the present and future. In primary and secondary schools, art education should be a gateway for students to connect with......

Education in Souss-Massa: A New Partnership to Enhance Learning and Sustainability

The Souss-Massa Regional Academy for Education and Training and the National Agency for the Development of Oasis Areas and Argan Trees (ANDZOA) have signed a landmark agreement to improve education and promote sustainability in the region. The agreement, valued at MAD 34 million, aims to address educational......

Education in the Digital Age: Reimagining Learning Beyond AI and Textbooks

In the era of smartphones and artificial intelligence, the education sector faces a critical challenge: innovate or risk becoming obsolete. As technology rapidly transforms how we access and process information, schools must fundamentally rethink their approach to teaching and learning. The Changing......

Morocco Expands Preschool Access with Over 24,000 New Classes for 2024-2025

In a landmark move toward improving early childhood education, the Moroccan Preschool Foundation (FMPS) has unveiled a major expansion, adding over 24,000 new preschool classes across the country for the 2024-2025 academic year. This initiative will extend educational opportunities to an additional 380,000......

Morocco Appoints New Education Ministers Amid Student Protests and Learning Challenges

Morocco has appointed new ministers to lead its education and higher education sectors during a significant government reshuffle, occurring against the backdrop of educational challenges and student unrest. Mohamed Saad Berrada, a member of the Rally of Independents (RNI) Political Bureau, has assumed......

Morocco's Rural Education Overhaul: EIB, EU, and Government Launch €125.8 Million Initiative

In a significant move to address educational disparities in Morocco's rural areas, the European Investment Bank (EIB), the European Union (EU), and Morocco's Ministry of National Education, Preschool, and Sports (MENPS) have joined forces to launch a comprehensive €125.8 million technical......