Balad Al-Fann Attracts Visitors, Tourists in Historic Jeddah

The program will continue until the end of March 2024 - SPA
The program will continue until the end of March 2024 - SPA
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Balad Al-Fann Attracts Visitors, Tourists in Historic Jeddah

The program will continue until the end of March 2024 - SPA
The program will continue until the end of March 2024 - SPA

The activities of the "Balad Al-Fann" program, which comes under the theme "Past Forward" and will continue until the end of March 2024, attracted visitors and tourists in Jeddah.

The activities witnessed a great turnout to enjoy a variety of art and cultural exhibitions and artistic and theatrical performances, SPA reported.

They also included handicrafts, traditional performances, visual arts, and culinary arts. Furthermore, they covered art workshops that reflected the diversity of Saudi culture.
The art exhibitions varied between traditional and modern exhibitions, which displayed various works of art, including drawing, photography, art, artistic scale models and multiple art forms by regional and international artists, within the exhibition "Something Will Be."

The event provides the experience of silent listening to live voices from the streets of the country in a unique experience inside isolated glass rooms.
The "Balad Al-Fann" program aims to shed light on the history and culture of the historical area in Jeddah, promoting interest in arts and culture.



King Salman Academy, Indiana University Partner on Arabic Language Program

King Salman Academy, Indiana University Partner on Arabic Language Program
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King Salman Academy, Indiana University Partner on Arabic Language Program

King Salman Academy, Indiana University Partner on Arabic Language Program

The King Salman Global Academy for Arabic Language (KSGAAL) and Indiana University have launched a specialized academic program as part of the academy's Arabic language teacher training project for non-native speakers.
KSGAAL Secretary-General Dr. Abdullah Al-Washmi said the program, running until April 8, builds on ongoing efforts to develop Arabic language education for non-native speakers.

He highlighted the academy's commitment to quality teaching and the use of standardized tests like Hamza, an Arabic language proficiency test.

He added that the partnership with Indiana University underscores KSGAAL's dedication to international academic exchange and best practices in the field.
The program focuses on enhancing teacher and learner competency, improving teaching quality, and advancing language assessment through modern educational standards.

Activities include an introduction to language tests, a specialized training course for Arabic teachers of non-native speakers, and a symposium on Saudi Arabia's efforts in this field, culminating in a practical application of the Hamza test.