Egyptian Education Minister Mohamed Abdellatif recently attended a ceremony to mark the culmination of the first three phases of a national program aimed at developing Arabic language skills. During the event, he also launched a new program focused on developing math skills. The minister expressed his pride in the success of the Arabic language program and emphasized the importance of ensuring that students actually acquire knowledge, rather than just being present in the classroom.
The national program to develop math skills is part of the government's efforts to improve education quality. According to the minister, simply being in the classroom does not guarantee that students are learning. He stressed that the real challenge is to ensure that students are actually acquiring knowledge and skills. The new program aims to address this challenge by providing students with the support they need to develop their math skills.
NATALIA WINDER, representative of UNICEF in Egypt, highlighted the achievements of the first three phases of the Arabic language program. She noted that nearly 1.3 million students have been assisted in developing their language skills, with significant improvements in their levels. Students are now more engaged in activities, eager to learn, and able to continue learning. The program has also led to a noticeable change in the classroom, with students becoming more enthusiastic about solving problems.
The success of the Arabic language program has been attributed to the efforts of teachers and parents. Winder praised the teachers for their ability to help students improve their skills and noted that parents have been an integral part of the program. The collaboration between teachers, parents, and students has contributed to the program's success. The minister and Winder discussed ways to build on this success and expand the program to more schools.
The Egyptian Ministry of Education, in cooperation with UNICEF and the Sawiris Foundation, is set to launch the fourth phase of the national program to develop Arabic language skills. This phase will expand the program to 2,500 additional schools, reaching nearly 500,000 to 1 million students. The goal is to improve their reading skills and provide them with a solid foundation for future learning.
The national program to develop math skills is expected to have a similar impact. By providing students with the support they need to develop their math skills, the program aims to improve their overall academic performance and prepare them for future challenges. The minister and other stakeholders are optimistic about the potential of the program to make a positive impact on education in Egypt.
The launch of the national program to develop math skills is a significant step towards improving education quality in Egypt. With the support of partners like UNICEF and the Sawiris Foundation, the Ministry of Education is working to ensure that students have the skills they need to succeed. By focusing on developing math skills, the program aims to provide students with a solid foundation for future learning and success.
Key points
- The Egyptian government has launched a national program to develop math skills, following the success of a similar program for Arabic language skills.
- The program aims to improve students' math skills and prepare them for future challenges.
- The program is a collaboration between the Ministry of Education, UNICEF, and the Sawiris Foundation.
