College of Education Hosts 'Innovation for Secretaries of Learning Centers' Meeting
King Khalid University hosted the 8th Innovation for Secretaries of Learning Centers meeting as part of the ETHRA program. The meeting was organized by the Saudi Scientific Association for Teachers (GSM) in conjunction with the General Administration of Education’s Asir Region Department of Training and Scholarships. The Dean of the College of Education, Dr. Abdullah Al Kasi, represented the university. 90 educators participated in the program.
The Head of Education Technology Department, and board member of the National Center for e-Learning, Dr. Abdullah Bin Yahya Al-Mahia, presided over the meeting. He led discussions on a variety of advanced educational and social issues. One forum titled 'Digital Age and Social Networks' addressed strategies for inherent risks of the digital generation and protecting students from cyber-crime.
The lecture also included a number of topics concerning integrating technology into education such as:
- Digital Citizenship;
- Information Development;
- Creative Design;
- Digital Processing;
- Communications;
- Digital Learning Systems.
In addition, the presentation addressed integration requirements for teachers. Dr. Al-Mahia discussed the various roles for teachers i.e. learner, leader, citizen, etc. Note that the strategies targeted for both students and teachers are governed by ISTE standards as set forth in the enabling documents as amended from time to time.
