Foreword
Education, in general, gives people a knowledge of the world around us and changes it into something better. Also, the long-term economic, social and personal gains from education are proven – for individuals, families, communities and the development of a nation. The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia places great emphasis and importance on education, as it is the field that prepares future generations who are the nation 's true fortune (Al-Mousa, 2010, p. 7). On the other hand, until the late nineteenth century, education in all parts of what is now, Saudi Arabia was traditionally, restricted to reading, writing and recitation of the Qur 'an. The beginning of what we may call "modern education" took place by the end of the nineteenth century in the then Ottoman provinces of Hijaz and al-Ahsa. In the 1920s a there were some private schools which they began offering non-religious subjects in some of the larger towns. In 1951, a network of secondary schools was set up beginning. Saudi Arabia established the Ministry of Education in 1954 and Prince Fahd Bin AbdulAziz was its first minister. In 1964, it has been established public education for girls. In 1975, the Ministry of Higher Education was established. Through 1970 and 1980, The development plans improved the education system considerably.
Introduction: Diversity and Culture
Education Saudi Arabia is based on the Holy Book, the Quran , and Shariah Law. Saudi educational system needs to be changed while preserving the
These days, education is most important for people to improve their life . All countries need the education and care about it because it helps in development and improvement rapidly in all field especially in the economy area . the education system in Saudi Arabia and education system in Australia have same school system and age of school . however , they have some difference in the time table and the school year calendar.
By the beginning of the second Millennium, many countries realized the need and necessity to cope up with the rest of the rapidly developing world. As they realized this necessity, they also realized that the key to growth and development is, indeed, education. As a result, many countries around the world entered the heated race of reforming their education systems hoping that this would ensure them a foothold in the modern world.
education system of Saudi is old, poorly administers, as compare to with US. Moreover, the US
There are many countries where culture or religion can sometimes deny certain peoples ' right to have an education, restricting them from going to school to learn. Those countries don’t see the benefits people can get from learning new languages, or learning their own history. One of these countries that do such restrictions of education is Pakistan. In the country of Pakistan, some people think that there is no use of education, it 's unnecessary
In the United States, a child needs there education and they’re required to go to school by law. Getting a education for a girl in the middle east is very rare, it all depends on the family. BBC News published a article Muslim Women Struggle for an education, and they asked parents why they did not allow their girls to go to school and they said “because it’s wrong, it’s irreligious, it’s improper- they should stay at home to prepare for their real life, their married life”. The girls have no option and have to obey their parents. A lack of education means that these girls are not going to have the knowledge in order to read, write, and solve mathematic problems . Women in the Middle East are not considered equal with males because the society they live in doesn't accept the idea of them having equal opportunity as male
During the Islamic Revolution in the Iranian country, education was essential to the people. Shah wanted the Western education because he believed that it was best for the Iranian people. Most of the women were involved in the demonstration of wearing the veil has some western education. The Islamic revolution wanted things to go back to the original Islamic culture. Based on the Complete Persepolis, in 1979, a revolution took place and later called “The Islamic Revolution”. This is the period they were forcing people to do what they don’t want to do. The women were also forced to wear the veil including the school girls. Being Educated will help to change a country, especially in undeveloped countries. When people are getting a quality education it will make life easier for them. Being educated is the most achievement anyone can make in their lifetime. The more education you have, the more knowledge you gain to solve a problem in any situation you have encountered. In Marjane’s life education makes her to have confidence and satisfaction in everything she has done. The people should encourage education, in our societies.
Women’s visions in life are not nurtured, and this kills because they could have been the next neurosurgeon or teacher. Also, it is not in the people’s interest to seek education for their children. The older folk generation does not believe education, in any way, is important to succeed in life (PBS). Their belief is that if their daughters are good in their chores and duties as women of the house they will marry well. The Middle East needs its own education system because the Western style does not quite adjust to the people. Shortage of funds is the main principle as to why
Conflict over energy resources—and the wealth and power they create—has become an increasingly prominent feature for geopolitics particularly in the Middle East . The discovery of oil in the late nineteenth century added a dimension to the region as major outside states powers employed military force to protect their newly acquired interests in the Middle East. The U.S.’s efforts to secure the flow of oil have led to ever increasing involvement in the Middle East region’s political affairs and ongoing power struggles. By the end of the twentieth century, safeguarding the flow of oil from the Persian Gulf had become one of the most important functions of the U.S. military establishment. The close relationship between the United States and the Saudi royal family was formed in the final months of World War II, when U.S. leaders sought to ensure preferential access to Saudi petroleum. The U.S. link with Saudi Arabia and other countries in the region has demonstrated to be greatly beneficial to both parties, yet it has also led to ever deepening U.S. involvement in regional politics.
The education in Saudi Arabia and Australia had started in length of time. The education system in both countries has some similarities in the options of choosing any type of schools and years of study. Also, the education goals were developed by technology tolls to be useful for the teacher gives the targets easily by different methods. However, there are some differences exist between the dresses and segregated in both countries, as well as the times of holidays in each country. As can be seen, both countries have a great history of highly qualified since started.
By implementing this right, this will lead to economic development, demolishment of poverty and a stronger more inclusive population. Allowing youth to be educated will pull them out of poverty, allowing them to get jobs, while letting the society work towards becoming more industrialized and modern (Saleem, 2014). Although this article relates only to Pakistan, this idea of introducing education has the same impacts in most developing countries. By making education a requirement in developing countries, it can boost economic growth, build the economy and allow people to get high paying jobs. In contrast, by introducing education, this slowly eradicates poverty as well as increases these economic factors.
The Islamic religious beliefs are used to shape the developing children in the country. The children in the Saudi grow in an environment where business is integrated business with the religion.
At the end of this essay, it is needed to say that Saudi Arabia and United State of America are different in many things such as tourism, social life and the educational process. In short, culture affects our way of living, thinking, and behaving. Also, it controls our relationship with God, family, friends, and the whole society. Saudi Arabia and the United States have two different cultures. Saudis and American have different life style, habits, and behavior. These differences sometimes lead to conflicts, misunderstanding, and misinterpretation. I think people has to be aware of culture differences and try to be more open mind and accept others the way they are. Finally, if you’re not sure how to be polite in someone else’s culture,
Saudi women only have access to female-only schools, and, until 2002, Ministry of Education regulated all girls’ schools, including universities. Throughout America the most popular types of schools are public, making a gender mix; now-a-days it is hard to find segregated schools. If a family does find a segregated school, than the catch is being able to pay for the school as well as have transportation to and from school. The educational
Education remains to be the priority of all nations around the globe. Most countries devote vast resources to guarantee equal education opportunities to all their students. Most education systems are developed to meet the economic and social demands of the country, both locally and globally. As the world’s 8th highest education spender, Saudi Arabia initiates an overhaul on the education system. It is the largest country in the Middle East. The Saudi Arabian education has gone through an astounding transformation. Initially, education was only available to few people who were children of the wealthy families. However, the transformation of the Saudi Education is now offering education to all children regardless of their social status.
Trying to live successfully in the modern world, being independent and according to Islamic principles, Muslim countries have been talking about a great deal the significance of the role of education and the importance of mastering Western science and Technology. Already in the 19th century, certain Muslim countries such as Egypt, Ottoman Turkey and Persia established institutions of higher learning where the modern sciences and especially medicine were taught. All educational institutions of all levels throughout the Islamic world