Saudi talent foundation Mawhiba trains instructors for new enrichment programs

Mawhiba prioritizes the training and support of instructors working with talented students. (Twitter @mawhiba)
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Updated 23 July 2023
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Saudi talent foundation Mawhiba trains instructors for new enrichment programs

  • Over 3,000 trainees, both male and female, will implement the Mawhiba Academic Enrichment Program and the Mawhiba Research Enrichment Program this year

RIYADH: The King Abdulaziz and his Companions Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity, known as Mawhiba, has completed its professional development program for executive teams in charge of providing enrichment programs for the summer of 2023.

The three-week training program, aimed at program heads, representatives, supervisors and instructors, offered 29 courses totaling 90 hours of training.

Over 3,000 trainees, both male and female, will implement the Mawhiba Academic Enrichment Program and the Mawhiba Research Enrichment Program this year.

The training program covered key scientific and educational topics, including analysis of enrichment unit content and foundations to cater to the needs of gifted students of all ages.

The training focused on current teaching strategies, classroom evaluation tools, and methods to facilitate continued learning during the program, including utilizing virtual classrooms, implementing extended activities for students at home, leveraging educational technologies, and using the Mawhiba e-learning platform.

Instructors have been trained to enhance the essential skills gifted students need, including communication, critical thinking, taking responsibility and initiative, decision-making, overcoming challenges, and the pursuit of excellence.

Mawhiba prioritizes the training and support of instructors working with talented students. They are equipped with necessary knowledge and skills to fulfill their roles effectively, collaborating with strategic partners to maximize learning opportunities during enrichment programs.

 

 


UNESCO honors Al-Bisht Al-Hasawi as thousands flock to Al-Ahsa festival

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UNESCO honors Al-Bisht Al-Hasawi as thousands flock to Al-Ahsa festival

RIYADH: The third edition of Al-Bisht Al-Hasawi Festival is drawing thousands of local and international visitors to Ibrahim Palace in Al-Hofuf.

Running until Feb. 7 at the historic palace, the event features a bisht exhibition, a rare bisht gallery, a handicrafts zone and workshops led by skilled artisans.

The festival showcases a convergence of cultures, with international pavilions highlighting the global appeal of this authentic Saudi heritage. 

The bisht’s allure has drawn international visitors eager to explore Al-Ahsa’s rich history and traditional crafts.

Tourists enthusiastically don the traditional robe, admiring its royal designs. Many participate in workshops with master artisans, learning the intricate art of Zari embroidery.

Organized by the Heritage Commission, this year’s festival celebrates the inscription of the bisht on UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

The event showcases Al-Ahsa’s centuries-old tradition of hand-weaving and gold embroidery, a craft passed down through generations of local families.

Visitors can explore interactive displays, participate in live workshops, and witness the meticulous process of tailoring this iconic symbol of prestige.

With UNESCO’s participation and representatives from six countries, the festival has evolved into a global platform for cultural dialogue, cementing the bisht’s status as a world-class cultural treasure.

At the heart of the festival is the story of the “Golden Threads” (Al-Zari), intricate gold-plated silver threads that define the bisht’s character and prestige.

Visitors can discover them in the Golden Threads VIP Area, where they can watch master artisans demonstrate the full bisht-making process at the Host’s Majlis, offering insight into Al-Ahsa’s centuries-old craftsmanship.