Higher Education in the Arab World: Research and Development

The Arab World needs to improve its education and research to participate fully in the global knowledge economy. This book examines the current position, themes, international impact, and reasons for underperformance and proposes new directions to stimulate research, funding, and public attitudes. Inter-university cooperation and regional research institutes are key to the transition into a peaceful, stable, and leading global economy.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 325 pages
Publication date: 04 February 2023
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

Countries seeking to fully participate in the global knowledge economy require high-quality education and research that fosters innovation, entrepreneurship, and development. Despite the abundance of higher education institutions in the Arab world, the region has failed to capitalize on research and development. This book aims to examine the current state of university research and development in the Arab region, highlight key themes, assess their international impact, and propose new directions. It will critically analyze the underlying factors contributing to the underperformance, including specific government research policies, university appointment and governance processes, funding assessment and allocation mechanisms, resource constraints, and public attitudes. By significantly enhancing the research component of Arab universities and improving the overall quality of education, the Arab world can embark on a path toward becoming a peaceful, stable, and influential member of the global economy. Opportunities for inter-university cooperation and the establishment of regional university-linked research institutes with specialized facilities exist to further strengthen the region's research capabilities.

The Arab world faces significant challenges in its pursuit of a fully integrated role in the global knowledge economy. Despite the presence of numerous higher education institutions, the region has struggled to capitalize on research and development opportunities. This book aims to examine the current status of university research and development in the Arab region, identify key themes, assess their international impact, and propose new directions. It will critically analyze the underlying factors contributing to the underperformance, including government research policies, university appointment and governance processes, funding assessment and allocation mechanisms, resource constraints, and public attitudes. By significantly enhancing the research component of Arab universities and improving the overall quality of education, the Arab world can embark on a path toward becoming a peaceful, stable, and influential member of the global economy. Opportunities for inter-university cooperation and the establishment of regional university-linked research institutes with specialized facilities exist to further strengthen the region's research capabilities.

The Arab world's higher education institutions play a crucial role in fostering innovation, entrepreneurship, and development. However, the region has yet to fully leverage its potential in research and development. This book aims to examine the current state of university research and development in the Arab region, identify key themes, assess their international impact, and propose new directions. It will critically analyze the underlying factors contributing to the underperformance, including government research policies, university appointment and governance processes, funding assessment and allocation mechanisms, resource constraints, and public attitudes. By significantly enhancing the research component of Arab universities and improving the overall quality of education, the Arab world can embark on a path toward becoming a peaceful, stable, and influential member of the global economy. Opportunities for inter-university cooperation and the establishment of regional university-linked research institutes with specialized facilities exist to further strengthen the region's research capabilities.

The Arab world's higher education institutions hold immense potential for driving innovation, entrepreneurship, and development. However, the region has yet to fully harness its research and development capabilities. This book aims to examine the current status of university research and development in the Arab region, identify key themes, assess their international impact, and propose new directions. It will critically analyze the underlying factors contributing to the underperformance, including government research policies, university appointment and governance processes, funding assessment and allocation mechanisms, resource constraints, and public attitudes. By significantly enhancing the research component of Arab universities and improving the overall quality of education, the Arab world can embark on a path toward becoming a peaceful, stable, and influential member of the global economy. Opportunities for inter-university cooperation and the establishment of regional university-linked research institutes with specialized facilities exist to further strengthen the region's research capabilities.

The Arab world's higher education institutions have the potential to play a pivotal role in driving innovation, entrepreneurship, and development. However, the region has yet to fully leverage its research and development capabilities. This book aims to examine the current state of university research and development in the Arab region, identify key themes, assess their international impact, and propose new directions. It will critically analyze the underlying factors contributing to the underperformance, including government research policies, university appointment and governance processes, funding assessment and allocation mechanisms, resource constraints, and public attitudes. By significantly enhancing the research component of Arab universities and improving the overall quality of education, the Arab world can embark on a path toward becoming a peaceful, stable, and influential member of the global economy. Opportunities for inter-university cooperation and the establishment of regional university-linked research institutes with specialized facilities exist to further strengthen the region's research capabilities.

Weight: 522g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030801243
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022