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Topics of the Intervention:

Reality of Higher Education in Morocco

Challenges of University Teacher Preparation

Scientific Research and University Supervision

Ways of Reform and Development

Reality of Higher Education in Morocco:

In the academic year 2024-2025, the number of new students in public higher education reached 297,887, an increase of 0.94% from the previous year. Females represent 57.2% of the total new students. About 35% of those who obtained scientific or technical baccalaureates prefer to enroll in fields of legal, economic, social sciences, humanities, and literature, reflecting a problem in guidance and the mismatch between secondary education outcomes and the nature of student distribution across various bachelor's programs.

Challenges of University Teacher Preparation:

There is a shortage in human resources and pedagogical training.

The number of university professors in Morocco is about 15,000, which means there is one professor for every 86 students, a ratio that negatively impacts the quality of supervision and training.

Training is focused on the academic side, with a lack of unified programs to qualify professors pedagogically, affecting the quality of education. Female researchers represent only 29% of the total university professors, approximately 4,623 women.

Scientific Research and University Supervision:

Morocco contributed more than 10,000 published scientific papers in 2023, focusing on areas such as life sciences, medical sciences, and engineering.

Hassan II University in Casablanca entered the Shanghai ranking of the top 1,000 global universities for 2024, ranking 901, highlighting the need to enhance scientific research and innovation.

Ways of Reform and Development:

Develop pedagogical training.

Improve working conditions.

Strengthen scientific research.

Establish national programs to qualify professors pedagogically alongside their academic specialization.

Improve salaries and working conditions to encourage young talents to join the teaching profession.

Increase the budget allocated for scientific research and encourage partnerships with the private sector and international institutions.

Conclusion: Promoting higher education in Morocco requires fundamental reforms, especially in the area of university teacher preparation. By improving pedagogical training, motivating talents, and strengthening scientific research, Morocco can achieve high-quality education that contributes to sustainable development.

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