فاس نيوز ميديا جريدة الكترونية جهوية تعنى بشؤون و أخبار جهة فاس مكناس – متجددة على مدار الساعة
Rabat, Morocco – In response to the escalating incidents of violence in schools, including the recent murder of a teacher in Erfoud, the Minister of National Education, Mohamed Saad Berrada, has announced the upcoming pilot program to install advanced surveillance cameras equipped with artificial intelligence in several educational institutions across the Kingdom.
During the weekly question session in the House of Representatives, the Minister explained that the aim of using these smart cameras is to immediately detect violent behavior within educational institutions and automatically alert officials for swift and effective intervention. This initiative is part of a broader strategy aimed at combating violence and reducing the increasing phenomenon of school dropout.
Berrada believes that extracurricular activities, such as drawing, music, sports, and cinema, which are already being implemented in “pioneering” schools, have shown a significant positive impact on the overall climate within educational institutions, and he intends to generalize these successful experiences.
The Minister also touched upon the activation of specialized units to monitor cases of school dropout, noting that between 15 and 20% of students live in vulnerable situations that could lead them to leave school. He emphasized that his ministry is currently prioritizing an individualized approach in dealing with these cases, including the use of psychologists through partnerships with specialized associations.
Berrada acknowledged that the phenomenon of school violence remains a significant concern, despite variations in its rates between different regions. He highlighted the close relationship between academic difficulties and the psychological problems experienced by some students, noting that approximately two-thirds of students lack the necessary concentration within classrooms.
In conclusion, the Minister presented an overview of the progress made in the digitalization of preschool education through the “Massar” system, which currently allows for an accurate census of children enrolled in both the public and private education sectors.
