The 6th MENA Higher Education Leadership Forum has witnessed the launch of a groundbreaking initiative: The Arab Consortium for Teaching and Learning Centers, a collaborative network committed to enhancing teaching and learning standards across the Arab region. Led by CLICKS, this non-profit initiative brings together eight distinguished universities spanning six Arab countries: UAE University, The American University of Beirut, the American University of Sharjah, Al Akhawayn University in Ifrane (Morocco), The American University of Cairo, the American University of Bahrain, Abu Dhabi University, Ajman University, and Prince Sultan University, with the latter serving as the inaugural host. In addition to Naseej as the principal technology partner.
The Consortium's primary goal is to establish a vibrant network of Centers of Excellence in Teaching and Learning, serving as a conduit for knowledge exchange, resource sharing, and the dissemination of best practices. By fostering a culture of continuous improvement, the consortium aspires to:
• Enhance the standard of teaching and learning across the Arab region.
• Facilitate the exchange of knowledge and expertise among member institutions.
• Cultivate institutional capacity building.
̐• Advocate for policy changes addressing emerging issues and trends in higher education.
•Foster collaborative scholarly and research initiatives to advance teaching and learning.
The declaration of the formation of the consortium was signed by representatives from founding members, including university heads and leaders of teaching and learning centers within their respective institutions. The signing ceremony was followed by the launch of the official portal of the consortium.
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