Resumen de Educational development in the post-Covid-19 Arab world using capability maturity approach
M.A. Zaki Ewiss, A. A. El Sherif, W. M. Seif
Over the past two years, the global education system has been severely disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic. There is no doubt that the education system in the Arab countries at the pre-university and university levels has been dramatically affected by preventive measures and the closure of schools and universities. Unfortunately, the inadequate coordination among Arab countries has led to the failure to agree on a well-defined strategic plan to advance education policies to increase efficiency and education outcomes under these emergency circumstances. This study aims to provide an innovative model for improving educational strategy and future learning and learning outcomes, especially at the pandemic's siege stage. The study is inspiring by determining the maturity of capability as a model for strategic planning of the education system. In this model, the field of research of educational processes and software modelling technology has been applied to plan and develop scenarios and expected resources to identify and improve Arab educational capabilities. The proposed educational strategy describes different maturity levels to improve educational plan processes from ad hoc to disciplined administrative processes. The results showed that the proposed approach consisted of nine pillars covering key interrelated areas to enhance the quality of education.These pillars are linked to educational policy plans, educational responsibilities, educational buildings and infrastructure. Also, it is connected to curricula and courses, human resources, educational management, teaching methods, evaluation, spending and financial resources. We identified 200-300 domains, subsidiary activities, and processes specified in each area. In conclusion, we provide an innovative model for developing the educational strategy, which represents the first step towards supporting education officials, experts and planners in the Arab countries. It should be followed by operational steps to measure success in improving education outcomes and learning qualities, especially after the siege of the CORONA virus pandemic.
