Improving the Education Sector
A major focus of AMIDEAST's efforts is the design and implementation of education, educational reform, and capacity building programs.
Over the last 53 years, more than three million students, teachers, government officials, and professionals have benefited from AMIDEAST-administered education and professional development programs at the university, as well as the primary and secondary levels.
Examples of project experience include:
Model Schools Network Program, West Bank/Gaza
This four-year program launched by USAID will phase in a student-centered, contemporary approach to teaching and learning—improving student learning outcomes in 57 schools in the West Bank and extending opportunities to 12 schools and over 2,000 students in Gaza. [ + ]
Palestinian Faculty Development Program (PFDP), West Bank/Gaza
The Palestinian Faculty Development Program (PFDP) seeks to increase capacity and quality within the higher education sector in the West Bank and Gaza by addressing long-term issues of reform in teaching and learning practices. In 2009, over 560 Palestinian university faculty benefited from this program. [ + ]
University Preparatory (UPP) Program, Saudi Arabia
The University Preparatory Program (UPP) in Saudi Arabia is aimed at providing graduates of Saudi high schools with rigorous academic preparation that meets, or exceeds entry requirements to top local and international universities.
Primary and Secondary Teacher Training Institute Projects, Yemen
The Primary and Secondary Teacher Training Institute Projects, focused on enhancing teacher effectiveness in Yemen. AMIDEAST trained 106 Yemeni curriculum and education experts, supported curriculum development efforts, and developed teacher-training textbooks.
Training for Development Program, Morocco
Working with the Kingdom of Morocco, AMIDEAST helped to increase basic educational achievement among girls in selected rural areas by building a cadre of competent educators and developing multi-grade, gender-sensitive, locally relevant curriculum.
Leadership and Teacher Development (LTD) Program
LTD is a comprehensive education reform initiative focused on improving the quality of school education through an evidence-based approach to leadership and teacher development. [ + ]
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