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Sharjah 24
11-06-2025
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- Sharjah 24
Sharjah Education Academy joins WERA as institutional member
SEA now joins a select group of only five global institutional members, significantly expanding WERA's presence in the Middle East. This strategic membership further enhances Sharjah's growing reputation as a hub for academic excellence and educational innovation by fostering collaboration among institutions, researchers, and thought leaders. It is expected to contribute to the development of a robust academic framework that promotes high-quality education, research initiatives, and innovative pedagogical practices. 'We are delighted to be welcomed into this esteemed global network dedicated to advancing Education, research, and policy. This membership marks a significant milestone in our journey to position SEA as a leading center for educational excellence and innovation, not only within the region but also on the international stage. We are committed to actively contributing to WERA's vision by promoting rigorous research, meaningful dialogue, and impactful collaboration across borders,' said Her Excellency Dr. Muhadditha Al Hashimi, President of Sharjah Education Academy. From her side, Professor Pauline Taylor Guy, Chancellor of Sharjah Education Academy, stated: 'Through our membership in WERA, we reaffirm our commitment to contributing to the global education dialogue, supporting rigorous research, meaningful exchange, and impactful collaboration. We view this opportunity as a bridge between Sharjah and the global academic community, enabling us to amplify the voices of educators in the region and co-create solutions to today's most pressing educational challenges.' As an institutional member of WERA, Sharjah Education Academy is expected to play a key role in shaping global education discourse by initiating and supporting collaborative research projects, participating in international symposia, and contributing to cross-cultural academic exchanges. SEA will actively engage in WERA's governance and research networks, offering insights from the region while promoting evidence-based practices and policies. Through this partnership, SEA aims to amplify the voices of educators and researchers in the Arab world, bridge global knowledge gaps, and help co-create innovative, equity-driven solutions to the most pressing challenges in education today. With this membership, SEA reaffirms its commitment to fostering an inclusive, research-driven educational environment that cultivates future-ready educators and enables transformative learning experiences throughout the UAE and beyond. Founded in 2009 in San Diego, California, WERA is a global alliance of national, regional, and international research associations focused on advancing education research as a scientific and scholarly field. Its members collaborate to build global capacity, influence education policies, and foster the use of high-quality research to inform practice and decision-making in diverse educational contexts.
Sharjah 24
25-05-2025
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- Sharjah 24
Salem Al Qasimi attends SEA's 3rd graduation ceremony
Opening remarks and expression of gratitude Following the rendition of the UAE national anthem, Dr Muhadditha Al Hashimi, Chairperson of the Academy, delivered a speech in which she expressed deep gratitude to His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, for his continued support of the Academy since its establishment. Acknowledgement and congratulations Dr Al Hashimi thanked Sheikh Salem for coming and for honouring the graduates. She congratulated the graduates and their families, wishing them success. She praised Sharjah's impressive achievements in education, noting the ongoing support from the Ruler of Sharjah, and emphasised that this graduating class is part of a bigger vision for excellence in education. Graduation overview The Academy graduated 313 individuals from different academic programs, including teachers, school leaders, and early childhood specialists. This included 145 graduates from the third group of the Postgraduate Diploma in Education, 74 from the second group of the Master of Education in Educational Leadership, 28 from the first group of the Postgraduate Diploma in Educational Leadership, and 66 from the second group of the Certificate in Early Childhood Education. Among them, 28 graduates participated in the 'I Am Proud to Be a Teacher' programme. Message to graduates Dr Al Hashimi ended her speech with a warm message to the graduates, highlighting their role as ambassadors of excellence and supporters of meaningful education. She encouraged them to promote Sharjah's vision for quality education with dedication, passion, and a commitment to lifelong learning. She urged them to take on their responsibilities as decision-makers and innovators, helping to shape the future of education in line with Sharjah's forward-thinking approach. Chancellor's address highlights SEA's mission For her part, Pauline Taylor-Guy, Chancellor of Sharjah Education Academy, delivered a speech in which she congratulated the graduates, highlighting the Academy's role in preparing educators. She said, "Today, we celebrate a group of passionate educators and leaders who have demonstrated great determination, dedication, and resilience throughout their academic journey. Your graduation marks not just the end of a study programme, but the beginning of a new chapter in your professional lives. You are changemakers, inspiring role models, and the future of education. You have chosen a noble path that requires a clear vision, compassion, and unwavering commitment." SEA's vision for educational excellence Pauline Taylor added, referring to the Sharjah Education Academy's vision for teaching, preparing, and developing professional teachers, "The Academy's vision is based on developing teachers and educational experts through diverse and innovative academic and professional programmes, grounded in scientific research. We have taken significant steps toward transforming the educational landscape." Through our accredited diploma and master's programmes, strategic global partnerships, and research-driven initiatives, we have empowered hundreds of educators to gain the skills, knowledge, and confidence to lead classrooms and educational institutions. Graduate representative reflects on journey Maryam Al Balushi, a graduate of the Master of Education in Educational Leadership programme, delivered a speech on behalf of the graduates, expressing their joy at completing their studies and graduating. She said, "Today, we carry in our hearts the joy of accomplishment, in our eyes a passion for the future, and in our souls a noble mission that we have chosen to carry with pride. We have honed our expertise at the Sharjah Education Academy with knowledge, methodology, and modern visions, enabling us to return to our educational fields more empowered and contribute to building an educational community with solid foundations that elevates the status of teachers and raises the standards of students." Commitment to the mission of teaching Al Balushi added, noting the Sharjah Education Academy's significant efforts in advancing the mission of teachers and education, "We have learned at the Sharjah Education Academy that teaching is not just a profession, but rather a mission that begins with planting hope and ends with empowering generations." From this standpoint, we promise to carry out this trust with all sincerity and to be the best ambassadors for distinguished education, guided by the vision of our wise leadership, which has placed teachers at the heart of the development process. Certificate presentation and recognition The Chairman of His Highness the Ruler's Office presented the graduates of the academic and professional development programs with their graduation certificates, congratulating them on their graduation and taking commemorative photos with them. He also honoured GEMS Millennium School Sharjah in recognition of its efforts in hosting and training Sharjah Education Academy students throughout the academic year, as part of the "Guidance School" initiative launched by the Academy in 2023. Teacher's oath and closing ceremony At the conclusion of the graduation ceremony, the graduates recited the Teacher's Oath: "I swear by Almighty God to observe God in the teaching profession, to protect my students in all circumstances, to do my utmost in their education, to instill a love of the homeland in their hearts, and to be sincere in the teaching profession, and God is my witness." Dignitaries in attendance The graduation ceremony was attended by the Chairman of the Ruler's Office; Dr Mansour bin Nassar, Chairman of the Sharjah Government Legal Department; Dr Muhadditha Al Hashimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Education Academy; Ali Al Hosani, Director General of the Sharjah Education Academy; and a number of officials, members of the Academy's Board of Trustees, and the parents of the graduates.
Sharjah 24
08-04-2025
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- Sharjah 24
51 Winners in the 30th Sharjah Educational Excellence Award
In the Distinguished Individuals category, 37 students won the Distinguished Student Award, and one student won the Distinguished Student Award from Special Categories, totaling 38 students. Three teachers were awarded the Distinguished Teacher Award, and one leader won the Distinguished Educational Leader Award. In the Distinguished Supporting Jobs category, two distinguished students won this category, and three parents were awarded the Distinguished Guardian Award. In the Distinguished Institutions category, one nursery and three distinguished schools won. Spreading a culture of excellence On this occasion, Dr. Muhadditha Al Hashimi, Chairperson of SPEA, extended her sincere thanks to the sponsor of this award and supporter of its journey, His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah. Al Hashimi praised the combined efforts of the judging committees and the award's work team, who were keen to establish a culture of excellence, creativity, and innovation and empower participants. She congratulated the winners of the 30th edition of the award, who have proven their worth in their journey of excellence and creativity, as they deserved to be celebrated, praised, and honoured. She added that she hopes they will set an ideal example in their pursuit of excellence, continue this journey, and contribute to spreading the culture of excellence in their educational and societal communities. Improving education quality Ali Al Hosani, Director General of SPEA, expressed his thanks and appreciation to all members of the award's working team for their dedicated efforts in making the 30th edition a success. Al Hosani emphasised that the achievements reflect the authority's commitment to a strategic vision that seeks to improve the quality of education, consolidate the concepts of excellence and innovation, and foster positive competitiveness in the educational field. The Director General of the Authority announced the winners of the 30th edition of the Sharjah Award for Educational Excellence and Distinction, which were won by Chitra Raghavan and Srinivasaraghavan for the Distinguished Educational Leader category. Winners in the Distinguished Teacher category were Saria Abdulrahman Naisha, Sherine Yahya Ramadan Shaldum, and Muhammad Ahmad Muhammad Al Bastawi. Winners in the Distinguished Supporting Jobs category were Yasser Muhammad Abdul Muttalib Ibrahim and Walaa Babakra Ahmad Al Mahi. Winners in the Distinguished Parent category were Sandia Muhammad Al Rula Al Zayoudi, Johnish Joseph Joseph, and Naseer Arabi. The Outstanding Student category was won by 37 students from grades 3-12: Ayushkrishnanivasupal, Hamad Saif Sultan Al Aryani, and Versingain from grade 3; Sarha Jawidjawid Khan from grade 4; and the winners were: Sarh Ibrahim Ahmed Al Hosani, Adibzian Subish, Reema Karam Mohammed Al Marsa, and Shivanaduri Satyanarayanaduri from grade 5. In grade 6, the winners were: Issa Abdullah Issa Al Mazmi, Fatima Abdul Aziz, Vishuddhi Shahnitesh Shah, and Madiha Jawadjawid Khan. In grade 7, the winners were: Siddhantsith, Adilishan Abdul Rahman Mohammed, Jaivardhan Manishwani Manish, Saudah Ahmed Al Malik Al Kaabi, and Nilas Saad Naseeb Al Ahbabi. The winners from Grade 8 included: Aisha bint Mohammed bin Abdullah Al Shehhi, Suter Partipan Partipankesavan, Aparnaasai Veeraghavan, and Sajini Varadharajan Varadharajanayaswamy. Winners from Grade 9 included: Aditya Rajesh Raghavan, Aditya Anushmurugan, Hamdan Mohammed Ali Al Marzouqi, Sarah bint Saeed bin Mohammed Al Balushi, Alia Hanjomnawaz, Ahd Saeed Saifalili, and Ivana Elizavinoj. Winners from Grade 10 included: Saif Omar Mohsen Al Harsh, Reeman Abdullah Ibrahim Shamsuddin, Hafeez Faisal Laidat, and Hani Hammad Davana Salim. Winners from Grade 11 included: Sagrikameetapantamitkumar, Omar Afrosiaho, Mariam Hassan Rashid Al Ghafri, and Chloe Claudinjohil. In the twelfth grade, Shamsa Ali Obaid Al Naqbi won. Maid Arif Al Minoon Al Zaabi won the Outstanding Student - Special Classes category. In the Outstanding Institutions category, Suhaila Nursery took first place in the Outstanding Nursery category, Al Nahyaniya School won first place in the Outstanding School category, Al Hijrah Second Cycle Girls School took second place, and Al Manar Second Cycle Girls Model School took second place. Promoting excellence values Alia Al Hosani, Director of Sharjah Educational Excellence Award, spoke about the award's pioneering role in spreading and promoting the values of excellence, creativity, and innovation in the educational field and the local community. It dedicates efforts to promoting the best innovative experiences and practices, attracting creative talents to create distinguished role models in the educational field, across all categories, both individuals and institutions, contributing to the achievement of leadership goals of development, excellence, and creativity in various fields. Al Hosani emphasised the award's commitment, in each edition, to supporting distinguished individuals, enhancing and improving their participation, updating evaluation criteria, and adhering to transparency, objectivity, and integrity. This significantly contributes to participants' conscious understanding of the award's criteria and conditions, and providing high-quality entries. Al Hosani noted the small number of disqualified entries during the initial screening phase, which represents a point of distinction that reflects the award's success in spreading a culture of excellence in accordance with the standards it adopts and strives to achieve. Al hosani added that Sharjah Educational Excellence Award is proud of the winners of the 30th edition and congratulates them on this brilliance and distinction, calling for more participation. She also called The educational field and the local community, to move forward in adopting and promoting a culture of excellence and supporting distinguished and creative individuals in various fields and areas."
Web Release
10-03-2025
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- Web Release
Miqyas Al Dhad Highlights Role of Arabic Reading Scale in Advancing Literacy at Sharjah International Education Summit
By Editor_wr On Mar 10, 2025 Miqyas Al Dhad, a strategic collaboration between Alef Education and MetaMetrics®, underscored the significance of structured linguistic frameworks and the integration of technology in advancing Arabic literacy at the fourth edition of the Sharjah International Summit on Improvement in Education. Miqyas Al Dhad was also recognized with an award in the esteemed presence of HE Dr. Muhadditha Al Hashimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Private Education Authority and President of Sharjah Education Academy. This accolade highlights Miqyas Al Dhad's instrumental role as a Knowledge Partner in Arabic language education, reinforcing its contributions to enhancing Arabic literacy in the UAE and across the region. Eyad Darawsheh, General Manager of Miqyas al Dhad, said, 'We are honoured to participate in the Sharjah International Summit on Improvement in Education as it provided a valuable platform to showcase our innovative framework aimed at enhancing literacy skills for Arabic speakers across the Arab world. Receiving the award at the summit is a testament to our unwavering commitment to advancing educational standards and harnessing technology to support the development of the Arabic language. At Miqyas al Dhad, we remain dedicated to leveraging our expertise to drive transformative progress in Arabic language learning and educational advancement.' As part of its participation, Dr. Hanan Khalifa, Chief Academic Officer of Miqyas al Dhad, presented a session titled 'Standards, Frameworks, and Scales in Arabic Language Education.' The session emphasised the role of structured frameworks and proficiency scales in shaping curriculum design, assessment strategies, and instructional practices. Participants gained insights into how these frameworks support a cohesive and structured approach to language learning, ensuring alignment with global best practices while addressing the unique needs of Arabic learners. Furthering the conversation on transformative literacy solutions, Eyad Darawsheh presented a session titled 'Miqyas Al Dhad: Ambition of a Nation, Future of a Generation.' This session explored how the innovative reading scale is shaping the future of Arabic literacy through data-driven assessment tools and cutting-edge learning solutions. Additionally, Eyad participated in two separate sessions themed, 'The Future of Arabic: Collaboration for Excellence,' and 'Revolutionizing Assessment: Data-Driven Insights for Future Learning.' These sessions highlighted the power of collaboration, research, and technology in redefining Arabic language education and assessment. Comments are closed.
Zawya
10-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Miqyas Al Dhad highlights role of Arabic reading scale in advancing literacy
Abu Dhabi, UAE: Miqyas Al Dhad, a strategic collaboration between Alef Education and MetaMetrics®, underscored the significance of structured linguistic frameworks and the integration of technology in advancing Arabic literacy at the fourth edition of the Sharjah International Summit on Improvement in Education. Miqyas Al Dhad was also recognized with an award in the esteemed presence of HE Dr. Muhadditha Al Hashimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Private Education Authority and President of Sharjah Education Academy. This accolade highlights Miqyas Al Dhad's instrumental role as a Knowledge Partner in Arabic language education, reinforcing its contributions to enhancing Arabic literacy in the UAE and across the region. Eyad Darawsheh, General Manager of Miqyas al Dhad, said, 'We are honoured to participate in the Sharjah International Summit on Improvement in Education as it provided a valuable platform to showcase our innovative framework aimed at enhancing literacy skills for Arabic speakers across the Arab world. Receiving the award at the summit is a testament to our unwavering commitment to advancing educational standards and harnessing technology to support the development of the Arabic language. At Miqyas al Dhad, we remain dedicated to leveraging our expertise to drive transformative progress in Arabic language learning and educational advancement.' As part of its participation, Dr. Hanan Khalifa, Chief Academic Officer of Miqyas al Dhad, presented a session titled 'Standards, Frameworks, and Scales in Arabic Language Education.' The session emphasised the role of structured frameworks and proficiency scales in shaping curriculum design, assessment strategies, and instructional practices. Participants gained insights into how these frameworks support a cohesive and structured approach to language learning, ensuring alignment with global best practices while addressing the unique needs of Arabic learners. Furthering the conversation on transformative literacy solutions, Eyad Darawsheh presented a session titled 'Miqyas Al Dhad: Ambition of a Nation, Future of a Generation.' This session explored how the innovative reading scale is shaping the future of Arabic literacy through data-driven assessment tools and cutting-edge learning solutions. Additionally, Eyad participated in two separate sessions themed, 'The Future of Arabic: Collaboration for Excellence,' and 'Revolutionizing Assessment: Data-Driven Insights for Future Learning.' These sessions highlighted the power of collaboration, research, and technology in redefining Arabic language education and assessment. -Ends- About Miqyas Al Dhad Miqyas Al Dhad is an innovative framework designed to improve the literacy skills of K-12 Arabic speakers across the Arab world. It will provide a universal unit of measurement for the Arabic language, assessing both text complexity and student reading ability. The scale is scientifically based and developed by a team of psychometricians, researchers, and educators with extensive experience and an understanding of the unique context of the Arab world, including its various dialects and cultural nuances. For more information, visit About Alef Education Founded in 2016, Alef Education (ALEFEDT) is an award-winning AI-powered learning solutions provider that is redefining the educational experience for K-12 students and is listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX). The Company has established a strong presence in the education technology sector, operating in approximately 7,000 schools across the UAE, the US, Indonesia, Morocco and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Its flagship AI-integrated Alef Platform offers personalised learning experiences to more than 1.1 million registered students, enabling them to work at their own pace and reach their full potential anytime, anywhere. With a 100% penetration rate in Cycle 2 (Grades 5-8) and Cycle 3 (Grades 9-12), Alef Education has a proven track record of improving student engagement and achievement, with test scores in Indonesia increasing by 8.5% in Arabic and maths. The award-winning Alef Platform provides AI-powered learning and teaching solutions that use real-time data to drive improvements across the education system. Alef Pathways is a student-centred, self-paced supplemental math program. Abjadiyat is an Arabic language learning platform that provides engaging and interactive content from kindergarten to Grade 4. Arabits is a complete Arabic learning system for non-native speakers that helps students of all ages learn, practice, and improve their Arabic language skills using AI. Alongside supporting students throughout their educational journey, Alef Education supports 50,000 educators with tools that enrich instruction and enable high-impact interventions to improve student learning outcomes. Alef Education promotes engagement, achievement and equity in learning, preparing students for success in an ever-evolving world. For more information, visit For further information, please contact: Orient Planet Group (OPG) Email: media@ Website:
