A group of Libyan students who participated in the Arab Reading Challenge returned to Tripoli's Mitiga International Airport on Friday evening, coming from the United Arab Emirates. They had taken part in the finals of the challenge's 10th season. The students were received by representatives from the Ministry of Education, monitors from the education sector, and their families.
The Libyan Ministry of Education reported that Yasmine Ouhida, a Libyan student, qualified among the top 6 readers globally in the challenge that saw the participation of over 40 million students. The ministry expressed pride in the Libyan students' participation in this cultural event and praised the efforts of teachers, supervisors, school principals, and parents who accompanied the students during the competition.
The Arab Reading Challenge's 10th season witnessed a significant turnout, with 40,286,428 students and 74,062 students with special needs participating from 60 countries. This represents a 24% increase from the previous season and around 48% of the total number of students in the Arab world. A total of 138,426 schools and 161,507 supervisors participated in the challenge.
The closing ceremony of the 10th season, held at the Dubai World Trade Centre, included the crowning of the "Distinguished Supervisor" and the "Distinguished School," as well as the winners of the expatriate category and the category for people with special needs. The ceremony also honored students who won the top spots in their respective countries.
Yasmine Ouhida's achievement is a notable success for Libyan students in the Arab Reading Challenge. Her qualification among the world's top 6 readers is a testament to her hard work and dedication to reading. The Ministry of Education's support and encouragement of students to participate in such events have contributed to their success.
The Arab Reading Challenge aims to promote a culture of reading and learning among students in the Arab world. The challenge provides a platform for students to showcase their reading skills and compete with their peers from other countries. The event has become a significant cultural and educational phenomenon in the Arab world.
The Libyan students' participation in the Arab Reading Challenge reflects the country's commitment to education and cultural development. The Ministry of Education's efforts to encourage students to participate in such events will likely have a positive impact on the country's educational landscape. Yasmine Ouhida's achievement serves as an inspiration to her peers and a source of pride for her country.
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- Yasmine Ouhida qualified among the top 6 readers globally in the Arab Reading Challenge.
