Al Akhawayn University

Professional insight from Al Akhawayn University

Ignite Inspiration, Foster Transformation, Make an Impact! Al Akhawayn University in Ifrane (AUI) educates the future citizen-leaders of Morocco and the world through a globally oriented, English-language liberal arts curriculum based on American education.

Al Akhawayn University

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Eight ways to embrace AI’s flexibility to bring different teams together

AI has rapidly moved from the domain of computer science into the daily lives of university staff and academics, but are we joining up the changes happening across higher education? Find out how to use it to break down boundaries between teams

Lakshmi Goel, Yassine Benrqya

Al Akhawayn University

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Let’s give students the skills to succeed in multiple careers, not just one job

The future is unpredictable. So instead of trying to future-proof our students’ degrees, let’s future-proof their mindset

Deborah Bartlett

Al Akhawayn University

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For an agile future workforce, embed a liberal arts education system

A liberal arts education can help foster the adaptability and critical thinking skills today’s employers are looking for. Here’s how to adapt the model to your region

Abderrahim Agnaou

Al Akhawayn University

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Campus webinar: Prepare students with workplace skills of the future

Find out how to prepare students for jobs that don’t exist yet, with insight from experts at Campus+ institutions across the Middle East, Africa and Europe

Deborah Bartlett, Julio Gimenez, Rushana Khusainova, Abdelmoniem Sahal Elmardi

Al Akhawayn University, The University of Westminster, The University of Bristol, Dubai Medical University

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How industry certification can energise learning

With the IT sector changing too rapidly for traditional university teaching to keep up, why not try industry-aligned certifications? Find out how they can help students meet the demands of the workplace

Amine Abouaomar

Al Akhawayn University

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Six ways to integrate AI for business school accreditation

Streamline the process of accreditation, create multi-modal communications and effectively manage data by harnessing the power of generative AI

Yassine Benrqya, Lakshmi Goel, Isabelle Fagnot

Al Akhawayn University, Kedge Business School

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How a mathematics competition can develop future university students

A national initiative to find the best young mathematicians demonstrated how the subject can bridge the gap between school and university. Find out how to use it to develop students’ soft skills

Rabie Zine

Al Akhawayn University

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Unlock the potential of internationalisation in higher education

Let’s smash through the barriers to effective internationalisation. Here’s a four-part framework to do so

Wafa El Garah

Al Akhawayn University

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Future-proof software engineering students for an AI-dominated world

Software engineering is increasingly being shaped by generative AI. Here’s how to prepare your students for their future workplace

Houda Chakiri

Al Akhawayn University

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Lessons from evolutionary biology to prepare students in an uncertain world

Universities are charged with developing the next generation for a future we can’t predict. Here are three lessons from evolutionary biology to make sense of a changing world – and three skills the workforce of tomorrow will need

Lakshmi Goel

Al Akhawayn University

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Universities owe it to society to produce good citizens

Higher education’s role in creating the citizens of tomorrow’s world should not be underestimated. Here’s how to shape the leaders of the future and foster a sense of civic responsibility within them

Hind Lebdaoui

Al Akhawayn University

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The looming threat of deepfakes

What are the implications of deepfake technologies on universities’ day-to-day operations and how can academic leaders act to safeguard their institutions? Here are three ways

Salah Al-Majeed

Al Akhawayn University

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How to navigate the grey areas of AI ethics

With principles on AI’s use still evolving, universities must navigate a complex ethical landscape. Here are ways they can help shape responsible application of the tool

Lakshmi Goel

Al Akhawayn University

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Universities need to act now to bridge the Gen Z gap

Many educators are still struggling to harness the talents of Generation Z and help set them up for employment. Just a few key business changes can make the connection, writes Salah Al-Majeed

Salah Al-Majeed

Al Akhawayn University