Published Progress – SDG4

Public reporting on university progress and performance related to SDG4 (Quality Education).

Introduction

Al-Ahliyya Amman University (AAU) demonstrates full transparency and accountability in publishing its progress toward SDG 4 – Quality Education. Through the Sustainability & International Ranking Center (SIRC), the Deanship of Academic Affairs, the Teaching and Learning Center, the Hourani e-Learning Center, and the AAU Digital Library, the University publicly reports all academic-quality initiatives, inclusive-education programs, curriculum innovations, and professional-development achievements.

Between 2023 and 2025, AAU documented measurable progress in:

expanding access to quality education through scholarships, digital-learning systems, and open-learning platforms (SDG 4.3);

enhancing teaching quality through continuous faculty training and curriculum alignment with SDG principles (SDG 4.4);

promoting lifelong learning through diplomas, open courses, and community workshops (SDG 4.7);

publishing transparent reports detailing educational performance, diversity outcomes, and learning-impact metrics.

All reports are published through AAU’s Sustainability Portal, ensuring public accessibility, verification, and alignment with SDG 4 and SDG 17.

Centers and Departments

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01Sustainability and International Ranking Center (SIRC)

Coordinates SDG reporting and evidence verification. Publishes annual education-related data and indicators.

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02Teaching and Learning Center

Provides faculty development and curriculum innovation. Publishes training statistics and pedagogical reports.

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03Hourani e-Learning Center

Manages digital education and remote learning. Reports on online learning initiatives and access metrics.

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04AAU Digital Library

Hosts open educational resources and academic archives. Provides transparent public access to educational content.

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05Global Engagement Center

Facilitates international academic partnerships. Shares MoUs and joint education initiatives supporting SDG 4.

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06Deanship of Student Affairs

Oversees student engagement and learning support. Reports on student achievement, equity programs, and volunteering in education.

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07Marketing and Communications Unit

Disseminates public reports and online updates. Ensures visibility and public access to AAU’s SDG 4 achievements.

Activities

01AAU Sustainability Report 2024 – 2025

The University’s Sustainability Report 2023–2024 details its progress on teaching quality, educational access, and academic innovation. It includes quantitative data on faculty training, curriculum enhancements, and digital learning platforms aligned with SDG 4.

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02Executive Sustainability Report (SDG 2 Section) 2024–2025

The Executive Sustainability Report summarizes AAU’s achievements in academic quality and lifelong learning initiatives, highlighting transparent reporting on education innovation, equity programs, and teacher development.

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03Remarkable Achievement for Al-Ahliyya Amman University’s Engineering Faculty with EU Approval of Graduate Employability Project

Al-Ahliyya Amman University (AAU) achieved a remarkable milestone with the European Union’s official approval of its Graduate Employability Project, led by the Faculty of Engineering. The project aims to enhance graduates’ practical skills, innovation capacity, and readiness for the labor market through curriculum modernization, hands-on learning, and European academic benchmarking. This public achievement reinforces AAU’s transparency in publishing its progress on educational quality, employability, and international collaboration, advancing SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 8 (Decent Work), and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).

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04Delegation from University West, Sweden Visits AAU to Strengthen Academic Collaboration under Erasmus+ Program

AAU welcomed a high-level delegation from University West, Sweden, as part of the Erasmus+ international cooperation program, to expand academic exchange, joint teaching, and research initiatives. The visit included workshops and strategic meetings to enhance faculty mobility, joint research, and shared learning practices, ensuring the continuous development of educational excellence at AAU. This collaboration, publicly documented on the University’s website, exemplifies transparency and measurable progress toward SDG 4 (Quality Education) and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).

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05President of Al-Ahliyya Amman University Honors Dr. Walaa Al-Samadi for Excellence in a Distinguished European Project

AAU President Prof. Sari Hamdan honored Dr. Walaa Al-Samadi from the Faculty of Pharmacy for her outstanding contribution to a distinguished European academic project that promotes advanced teaching and research practices. The recognition highlights AAU’s culture of academic excellence, professional development, and international engagement. Publicly sharing this success reflects the University’s transparent commitment to enhancing faculty performance, advancing educational quality, and fulfilling SDG 4 (Quality Education) and SDG 17 (Partnerships).

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06Memorandum of Cooperation between AAU and Huawei Technologies Jordan

AAU signed a Memorandum of Cooperation with Huawei Technologies Jordan, aimed at enhancing digital education, practical training, and ICT innovation within the University’s academic programs. The agreement enables students to gain access to international certifications, hands-on workshops, and technology-driven learning environments, strengthening employability and technical excellence. This transparent partnership exemplifies AAU’s forward-looking approach to quality technical and vocational education, directly supporting SDG 4.4 (Skills for Employment) and SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure).

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07Al-Ahliyya Amman University and Jordanian Dairy Company (Maha) Sign Agreement with University of Petra to Develop Innovative Dairy Product for Digestive Health

AAU, in collaboration with the Jordanian Dairy Company (Maha) and the University of Petra, signed a pioneering research and development agreement to design an innovative dairy product that supports digestive health. The project integrates research-based learning, student training, and cross-university collaboration, linking education, science, and industry. By publicly sharing the project’s progress and results, AAU reinforces its transparency and leadership in applied education, scientific innovation, and sustainable learning, advancing SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 9 (Innovation), and SDG 17 (Partnerships).

Impact Evaluation & Development Plan

Performance Evaluation

Transparent Reporting

AAU publishes Sustainability Reports and Executive Reports that document:
- quality assurance processes,
- academic excellence indicators,
- digital education achievements,
- inclusive learning services.
All SDG 4 evidence is publicly accessible through the AAU website.
- Inclusive Learning Policies (SDG 4.3, 4.5)
AAU ensures equal opportunities for:
- students with disabilities,
- first-generation students,
- refugees,
- low-income students.
Progress is published annually through statistical dashboards and SDG-linked metrics.
- Digital Education Transformation (SDG 4.4)
The Hourani e-Learning Center reports:
- the expansion of hybrid-learning content,
- digital courses,
- smart classrooms,
- capacity-building programs for digital literacy.
- Faculty and Student Capacity Building
The Teaching and Learning Center publishes annual results of:
- pedagogical innovation programs,
- professional-development workshops (300+ faculty trained annually),
- entrepreneurship and innovation training,
- community-focused educational outreach.
- Public Access to Educational Resources
AAU’s Digital Library provides open-access resources for the public, strengthening inclusive knowledge-sharing and regional educational equity.
Development Actions
Action 1: SDG 4 Transparency Dashboard Interactive online dashboard showing educational-access indicators, faculty training hours, and student-completion rates. Target: Complete by 2026. Action 2: Inclusive Education Strategy Strengthen support systems and widen access for marginalized groups. Target: 10% increase in scholarships and inclusivity measures by 2027. Action 3: Faculty Excellence Program Annual reporting on teaching innovation and professional development. Target: 300 faculty trained per year. Action 4: Community Learning Hub Expansion of community-oriented learning modules, diplomas, and open courses. Target: 15 new programs by 2028. Action 4: Annual Quality Education Report Annual public report summarizing SDG 4 progress and performance. Target: Release each May starting 2025.
Benchmarking & Best Practice
Benchmarking Reference: AAU benchmarks its SDG 4 framework against:
- University of Cambridge (UK),
- University of Melbourne (Australia),
- Aga Khan University (Pakistan).
All are recognized for excellence in transparency, educational quality, and inclusive learning. Adopted Practices
- annual publication of quality-education performance data,
- integration of learning-outcome indicators into institutional reporting,
- open-access educational and training resources,
- verified data governance for academic impact.
Localization AAU aligns its reporting with:
- Jordan’s National Education Strategy (2021–2030),
- Higher Education Accreditation Commission standards, ensuring global relevance and local impact.
Institutional Integration Summary Reporting on SDG 4 is fully institutionalized through a coordinated governance model led by SIRC, which integrates verified contributions from:
- Deanship of Academic Affairs,
- Teaching and Learning Center,
- Hourani e-Learning Center,
- AAU Digital Library,
- Global Engagement Center.
Each unit provides evidence-based data on teaching quality, learning outcomes, training hours, educational access, and inclusion performance. All information is consolidated, verified, and approved before publication on AAU’s Sustainability Portal. This governance model ensures accuracy, public transparency, and alignment with SDG targets (4.3–4.7) and SDG 17, establishing AAU as a leader in educational accountability and quality reporting.