By Zayed Alzyoud
The University of Jordan (UJ) has launched its Digital Learning Content Project, with 50 digitized courses scheduled for implementation in the second semester of the 2025/2026 academic year.
Implementation plans were reviewed during a meeting hosted by the Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching (CELT) and chaired by UJ President Prof. Nathir Obeidat. Discussions focused on arrangements for teaching the selected courses and on practical steps aimed at enhancing teaching quality and advancing digital transformation in higher education.
The meeting brought together vice presidents, deans, directors of academic centers and institutes, as well as coordinators and instructors involved in the digitized courses.
Obeidat said the University has produced 200 digitized courses to date, noting that 50 will be introduced next semester out of around 2,300 courses taught across the University. He highlighted the collaborative work between CELT and academic staff in developing the learning materials.
He added that continued coordination will be required to complete the remaining phases of the project, urging instructors and coordinators to work closely to ensure smooth implementation.
CELT Director Dr. Raed Al-Taher said the meeting marks the beginning of the project’s implementation phase through the delivery of 50 courses, adding that progress achieved so far reflects strong cooperation between the Center and relevant university units.
Course Content Digitization Project Director Dr. Ali Al-Azzam presented an overview of the project framework and key achievements, along with teaching approaches for the digitized courses. He noted that the meeting also helped gather instructors’ feedback and anticipate potential challenges.
Participants discussed coordination between academic and technical teams, expected challenges, and practical experiences related to integrating digitized courses within the University’s learning environment.
Director of the Digital Services and E-Learning Department Eng. Samar Hayasat outlined the technical requirements for teaching digitized courses. Sample courses from the School of Sport Sciences, the School of Science, and the School of Arts and Design were presented by instructors and coordinators, reflecting tangible progress in preparing the courses for delivery.