Manama, Bahrain – September 24, 2024 – Bahrain’s Ministry of Education has launched a nationwide campaign to promote digital literacy among students and teachers, aiming to prepare the younger generation for the increasing demands of the digital world.
The Digital Bahrain campaign focuses on teaching coding, cybersecurity, and digital citizenship from an early age, with plans to integrate these subjects into the national curriculum by 2025. The program will also include training for teachers to ensure they can deliver the new content effectively.
H.E. Dr. Majid bin Ali Al-Nuaimi, Minister of Education, said, “As we embrace the Fourth Industrial Revolution, our students must be equipped with the skills necessary to thrive in a tech-driven global economy. This campaign will ensure that Bahrain’s education system remains at the forefront of innovation.”
The initiative will start in primary schools before expanding to all educational levels, with the Ministry planning to partner with leading tech companies to offer workshops, resources, and mentorship for students.
