Strategic Meeting Between Sebha University Language Center and the British Council to Enhance English Language Education Cooperation
In alignment with the shared vision for English language education and the activation of previous cooperation agreements, a delegation from the Language Center at Sebha University recently visited the British Council to discuss expanding their collaborative partnership.
The Delegation & Meeting Attendance
The university delegation was represented by:
- Dr. Mohamed Abdullah Ouhida Najm, Director of the Center.
- Dr. Mohamed Ahmed Mojtaba, Vice Director for Academic Affairs.
- Ms. Asma Ali Saad, Member of the English Language Department Board.
From the British Council, the meeting was attended by:
- Mr. Faisal Al-Najeh, Assistant Director.
- Mr. Muhannad Abu Hadra, Examinations Director.
- Ms. Muna Abdel Hay, Examinations Coordinator.
Key Discussion Areas
The consultative meeting focused on several strategic pillars aimed at advancing the quality of English language instruction:
- Quality Assurance: Implementing international benchmarks to ensure excellence in language teaching.
- Faculty Development: Leveraging British Council standards and indicators for the professional development of faculty members and teaching assistants.
- Professional Certifications: Exploring the implementation of specialized teaching qualifications such as CELTA and TEFL.
- Broadening Exam Access: Expanding the availability of high-stakes assessments, including IELTS and Aptis, to better serve university students, employees in the oil and gas sector, and the wider community of English learners.
Outcomes and Agreements
The visit concluded with significant recommendations and actionable steps. Most notably, the two parties finalized a comprehensive cooperation agreement covering:
- Professional Training programs.
- Examination Services and logistics.
- Educational Resources and materials.