The Ministry of Education (MoE) and Alef Education, a UAE-based EdTech company, have collaborated to develop an AI tutor to support maths education. According to the MoU, the MoE will support Alef Education in developing and integrating the ‘Alef AI Tutor’ into the Alef Platform, a tool designed to elevate mathematics learning outcomes for students from K-8 (from kindergarten to grade eight).
The ‘Alef AI Tutor’ uses AI algorithms to provide personalized assistance and guidance to students, address individual learning needs, and facilitate effective problem-solving. It is designed to match the UAE curriculum and offers multilingual support and curriculum-based education, ensuring students have an inclusive and immersive learning experience. This strategy encourages students to learn at their own pace, allowing rapid learners to progress while providing additional support to students who need it.
Commenting on this partnership, His Excellency Dr. Mohammad Al Mualla, Undersecretary of MoE for Academic Affairs, stated:
At the Ministry of Education, we continue to spearhead the integration of cutting-edge technologies to elevate the education system further and ensure its alignment with future demands. Our partnership with Alef Education is a testament to our unwavering commitment to encouraging the growth of the UAE’s EdTech industry, ensuring a seamless and enhanced learning experience for students and educators.
Under the cooperation, both sides will work to ensure Alef AI Tutor’s alignment with the UAE’s national curriculum. They will also collaborate on advanced research to improve the AI Tutor’s impact on student learning experiences. Furthermore, Alef Education will conduct training sessions for educators and students to ensure effective adoption and provide technical support to schools during the pilot phase.
Geoffrey Alphonso, CEO of Alef Education, added:
We are delighted to continue partnering with the Ministry of Education to integrate innovative AI-driven technology into the UAE’s education system. This strategic collaboration reaffirms our commitment to providing innovative solutions that enhance the learning process for students and educators alike. We are confident that the Alef AI Tutor will significantly improve learning outcomes in mathematics and prepare students for a technology-driven future.
Alef Education was founded with a vision of redefining the educational experience so that each learner and educator can reach their full potential. The company is headquartered in the UAE, with offices in the United States, Indonesia, and Jordan. It aims to make education more accessible to everyone while improving outcomes with AI-powered personalized learning and cutting-edge pedagogical frameworks based on data science. Over 1 million students use the platform in 14,000 schools in the United Arab Emirates, the United States, Indonesia, and Morocco.
