In a strategic move to keep pace with global digital transformations, the Arabic Language Institute for Non-Native Speakers at Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University a specialized scientific forum on Sunday entitled "Teaching Arabic in Light of Artificial Intelligence Technologies." The event, attended by the university's acting president, Dr. Fawzia Al-Amro, reflects the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's commitment to developing tools for disseminating the Arabic language using the latest emerging technologies.
Merging authenticity with technology: A modern vision
The university's conference and seminar center witnessed a remarkable turnout of experts and researchers in the fields of applied linguistics and computer science. The symposium sessions focused on exploring ways to utilize artificial intelligence algorithms and natural language processing (NLP) to serve Arabic learners worldwide. In her address, Dr. Fawzia Al-Amro emphasized that the Arabic language is not merely a means of communication, but rather the essence of identity and a driver of development. She stressed that the university strives to present a national model that integrates the rich heritage of the language with modern digital solutions.
The context of digital transformation and its importance
This academic movement comes at a time when the world is witnessing a revolution in educational technology (EdTech), where artificial intelligence has become a cornerstone in personalizing the learning experience. This step is particularly important in light of the Kingdom's Vision 2030, which aims to enhance the presence of the Arabic language in international forums and digital content. Integrating technology into teaching Arabic to non-native speakers helps overcome geographical barriers and provides smart, interactive platforms capable of correcting pronunciation, generating language exercises, and simulating real-life conversations, thus accelerating the pace of language mastery.
Launch of the "Nibras" series and the Civilizations Exhibition
The forum culminated in a significant achievement: the launch of the "Nibras" educational series. This initiative is specifically designed to bridge the knowledge gap among non-Arabic speakers, employing modern international standards in curriculum development. Concurrently with the academic sessions, the university hosted the "Noura: A Meeting Place of Civilizations" exhibition, transforming its halls into a global cultural carnival. Students from the institute, representing various continents, participated, showcasing folk traditions, traditional costumes, and handicrafts from their respective countries, thus embodying the university's role as a bridge for cultural exchange and the values of coexistence.
The future of the Arabic language in the digital age
The event concluded with broad participation from technology companies and public libraries showcasing their innovations in serving the Arabic language. These efforts fall within Princess Nourah University's 2025 strategic plan, which aims to empower women and serve the knowledge society, thus reaffirming its leadership in leveraging technological advancements to ensure the sustainability and dissemination of the Arabic language as an influential soft power on both regional and international levels.
