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The University of Jordan Launches a New Research Group on Empowering Teachers in Light of 21st Century Skills

​As part of its commitment to supporting research excellence and innovation in education, the University of Jordan has announced the launch of a new research group entitled “Empowering Teachers: 21st Century Skills”, within the framework of its initiative to support research groups. This initiative aims to advance scientific research in the field of education and keep pace with the latest educational developments and best practices in teaching and learning.

The group focuses on empowering and professionally developing teachers in alignment with the demands of the 21st century by equipping them with pedagogical and instructional skills grounded in best practices, digital innovations, and advancements in learning and teaching theories. The ultimate goal is to enhance teachers’ competence and performance, thereby positively impacting the quality of educational outcomes and serving the wider community.

The group includes:

  • Prof. Ibrahim Al-Shara and Prof. Adnan Al-Dolat from the Department of Curriculum and Instruction,

  • Prof. Diala Hamidi and Dr. Sahar Abu Helo from the Department of Teacher Preparation and Field Training,

  • Dr. Yousef Al-Arouri from the Department of Information Science and Educational Technology,

  • Dr. Jihad Al-Anati from the Department of Educational Psychology,

  • Dr. Majdi Saleh from the Department of Artificial Intelligence at the University of Jordan,

  • Dr. Emily Pendergrass from the Department of Teaching and Learning at Vanderbilt University (USA),

  • Dr. Fadi Al-Titi from the Ministry of Education,

  • and PhD candidate Ghadeer Quteineh from the University of Jordan.

The group seeks to develop high-quality, interdisciplinary research in teacher preparation, foster a stimulating research environment that engages students and researchers from Jordan and abroad in pioneering projects, address contemporary educational challenges, and employ advanced artificial intelligence tools to support teaching and learning.

To follow the group’s activities and learn more, please visit:
🔗 https://research.ju.edu.jo/research/groups/ETCS/Home.aspx

This initiative comes as part of the University of Jordan’s vision to consolidate its local, regional, and international standing as a leading research institution in education, teaching, and innovation.