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Shaping the Future of Education in Kuwait

kuwait technical college (ktech) held its Second Annual Educational Conference under the theme “Towards New Horizons: Shaping the Future of Education in Kuwait” on Thursday, May 9, 2024, at its Abu Halifa campus. The event brought together a wide range of education policymakers, academic leaders, and field practitioners in Kuwait, aiming to foster collaboration and build partnerships to address educational challenges and elevate the quality of learning in the country.

Key Discussion: Empowering Students for Higher Education

A major highlight of the conference was a panel discussion titled “Towards a Brighter Future: Empowering Students for Higher Education,” featuring:

• Dr. Salman Al-Lafi, Acting Assistant Undersecretary for Private and Special Education
• Dr. Ali Faisal Al-Mutairi, Vice President for Academic Affairs, Abdullah Al-Salem University
• Mr. Fahad Al-Khalifa, Director of Scholarships and Internal Grants, Private Universities Council

The panel served as a platform for collaborative dialogue, enabling participants to share knowledge, exchange experiences, and explore new ways to bridge the gaps between educational stages and decision-making bodies.

Focus Areas of the Conference

The conference addressed several pressing topics including:

• Challenges students face during the transition from high school to higher education
• Effective strategies to ensure smoother and more successful transitions
• The role of secondary schools, colleges, and universities in supporting students during this shift
• Innovative inter-institutional collaborations
• The impact of modern technologies on teaching, learning, and educational access

Leadership Perspective

In his keynote address, Mr. Othman Ayman Boodai, Member of the Board of Trustees at  ktech, stressed the importance of aligning high school outcomes with higher education readiness:

kuwait technical college Conference: Toward New Horizons – Shaping the Future of Education in Kuwait

kuwait technical college (ktech) held its Second Annual Conference titled “Toward New Horizons: Shaping the Future of Education in Kuwait” on Thursday, May 9, 2024, at the college’s campus. The event witnessed wide participation from education policymakers and practitioners across the country. The conference aimed to foster collaboration and build partnerships to address challenges and advance the educational landscape in Kuwait.

Among the conference’s key highlights was a panel discussion titled “Toward a Bright Future: Empowering Students for Higher Education,” featuring:

• Dr. Salman Al-Lafi – Acting Assistant Undersecretary for Private and Special Education
• Dr. Ali Faisal Al-Mutairi – Vice President for Academic Affairs, Abdullah Al-Salem University
• Mr. Fahad Al-Khalifa – Director of Scholarships and Internal Grants, Private Universities Council

The session provided a unique opportunity for collaborative dialogue, knowledge exchange, and partnership building across sectors, aiming to bridge the gap between different educational stages and connect stakeholders with decision-makers.

The conference tackled several topics, including:

• The challenges students face during the transition from high school to higher education
• Effective strategies to ease this transition and ensure student success
• The roles of schools, colleges, and universities in supporting a smooth educational journey
• Innovative initiatives to promote collaboration between educational institutions
• The impact of modern technologies on the learning process and education systems

Education Leadership Perspectives

Mr. Othman Ayman Boodai, Member of the Board of Trustees at ktech, delivered a speech emphasizing the importance of aligning secondary education outcomes with higher education readiness. He addressed the key obstacles that students may face during their academic transition and highlighted the conference’s role in bringing together decision-makers, educators, and students from various schools under one platform to tackle those challenges.

In his speech, he stated:

“The goal of this conference is to improve the quality of education in Kuwait, particularly in higher education, and to support sustainable development in line with Kuwait Vision 2035. We recognize that one of the most pressing challenges today is the effective integration of technology in education. Technology is not merely a tool; it is an essential pillar of the future of education. At ktech, we place technology at the core of all academic disciplines, curricula, learning experiences, and teaching methodologies — ultimately preparing a workforce ready to serve the needs of the labor market.”

Dr. Anwar Mohammed Al-Kandari, Conference Chair, also emphasized the importance of this event in improving education quality and expanding opportunities for students in Kuwait.

Closing Remarks

The conference concluded with recognition and appreciation of attendees and participants, celebrating the positive discussions and collaborative energy throughout the event — with the hope of continuing the dialogue in future academic and educational forums.