Curriculum and Educational Plans Unit Unveils Plan to Design University-Specific Curricula
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The Curriculum and Educational Plans Unit at the Islamic University of Minnesota revealed a plan to design curricula specific to the university. This was announced during a live survey conducted by Dr. Mohammed Younis, Deputy Director of the Unit, to gather the opinions of faculty members on a proposal for selected colors for the covers of the curricula (courses) that will be designed specifically for the university.
Dr. Younis pointed out that the unit is working on designing a visual and scientific identity for the books specific to the university, from bachelor's to master's and doctoral levels, with the aim of "creating curricula specific to the university, and the first thing we start with - and this is Dr. Mohammed Younis speaking - is the cover; I wanted to get your opinion, after consulting many specialists in the appropriate color for each stage, and each year of the academic years for all colleges."
The proposal for the colors of the course covers received the approval of all the doctors who participated in the survey, except for some comments from some of them. These colors - as mentioned in the survey post - are:
- Sky Blue for the first academic year; symbolizing new beginnings and exploration.
- Emerald Green for the second academic year; symbolizing growth and development.
- Deep Orange for the third academic year; symbolizing creativity and challenge.
- Navy Blue for the fourth academic year; symbolizing maturity and readiness for graduation.
- Royal Purple for the master's level; symbolizing excellence and academic depth.
- Gold for the doctoral level; symbolizing achievement and high scientific recognition.
In a related context, Dr. Zainab Ali Basyouni, Director of the Curriculum Unit, submitted a copy of an official document to the News Administration containing a proposed work plan for the Curriculum and Educational Plans Unit at the university, prepared by her and her deputy, Dr. Mohammed Younis.
The plan includes seven sections, and each section contains specific points or procedural steps; these sections are:
- Determining the objectives and general principles.
- Evaluating the current curricula.
- Developing new curricula.
- Implementing curricula and training professors.
- Monitoring and evaluating performance.
- Communication and marketing.
- Continuous improvement and development.
The plan aims to improve the quality of curricula and their compatibility with market and work requirements, enhance the use of modern technology in education, develop interactive curricula suitable for distance learning, and ensure the flexibility of curricula to meet the diverse needs of students. As for the general principles, they are represented by relying on higher education quality standards, taking into account the cultural and intellectual diversity of students, and commitment to the continuous updating of curricula.