The program marks a radical departure from the nation’s traditional teaching methods that employ rote memorization. Developing student communication skills and problem-solving abilities will motivate young Saudis to learn more and foster the curiosity that is at the heart of research — and progress.
King Saud University has launched a Nobel laureate program to promote science and technology, develop research and spread a culture of science and innovation with an aim to transform the Kingdom into a knowledge-based society. The university hopes the program will enhance the university’s research and consultancy standards and encourage innovations as well as allowing students and staff to benefit from the experience of the 11 Nobel laureates taking part.
King Saud University has also launched a research-chair project supported by royalty, business, banks and philanthropists to finance research chains in all scientific, social and academic fields. Accordingly, the university will name the chair after the contributors, and the funds will be used to further cooperation with leading Western universities and international research centers.
Another major step in the right direction is introducing English in primary schools throughout the Kingdom.