The University of Jordan (UJ), represented by its President Prof. Nathir Obeidat, participated in the "IV International Scientific Conference for the Sustainable Development of Civilization: Cooperation, Science, Education, Technology", hosted by the Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia (RUDN University) in Moscow from 18 to 21 November 2025.
Obeidat also took part in the second forum, “International Education in a Multipolar World” held from November 26 to 29, and brought together academic leaders to discuss global approaches to advancing quality education.
During the main session titled “International Educational Community,” Obeidat presented UJ’s vision for modern higher education and highlighted the university’s progress in digital transformation in a keynote titled "Education as a Key Driver for Sustainable Development, Peace and Prosperity". He noted major expansions in internet capacity and the growing integration of digital tools to enhance teaching and learning.
Obeidat emphasized UJ’s adoption of artificial intelligence in course design, including the use of avatar-based models that help instructors dedicate more class time to interaction and problem solving. He also underscored UJ’s responsible-use policy for generative AI aimed at strengthening critical thinking and academic integrity.
He discussed UJ’s balanced use of online, blended, and in-person instruction, reaffirming that face-to-face teaching remains essential in applied and clinical fields. He stressed the importance of evidence-based pedagogical approaches supported by continuous development for academic staff.
Addressing student entrepreneurship, Obeidat highlighted the need for startups to emerge from real, evidence-based needs and called for more structured collaboration between universities and industry. He noted that while Jordan’s entrepreneurial ecosystem is growing; stronger investor engagement is needed to improve success rates.
Obeidat concluded by outlining four pillars of modern education: understanding student needs, empowering effective teams, timing change wisely, and promoting a culture of experimentation, affirming that these principles strengthen universities' roles in driving sustainable development and align with the objectives of the international forum.