Tribune News Network
Doha
Qatar Foundation has signed an agreement with Msheireb Properties to leverage its expertise and knowledge to enrich the educational content of the Rasekh initiative and develop specialised learning resources tailored to students’ needs.
This collaboration focuses on utilising the rich content offered by the four Msheireb Museums, key cultural landmarks in Qatar. These museums showcase local heritage, bridging the past with the present and deepening understanding of Qatar’s history and culture.
The Rasekh initiative will integrate this knowledge into its local knowledge bank, creating educational resources for students, researchers, and schools across Qatar.
Maryam Al Hajri, partnerships manager at the Rasekh initiative for Qatar Foundation’s (QF) Pre-University Education (PUE), said: “Our collaboration with Msheireb Properties marks a significant step in enhancing educational content with resources inspired by Qatar’s history and culture.
“We believe that education extends beyond books and curricula to include immersive experiences that deepen students’ understanding. Through this collaboration, we provide them with the opportunity to engage with the unique knowledge offered by Msheireb Museums, allowing them to interact with their heritage in a modern and interactive way. This not only strengthens their understanding of their national identity but also deepens their connection to their roots.”
She said, “Our goal is to turn historical and cultural knowledge into innovative educational resources. Connecting education with heritage enriches students’ awareness of their history and national identity, while offering new perspectives on the cultural and social developments that have shaped our society today.”
Al Hajri emphasised that this collaboration aims to create sustainable educational content that enriches learning and enables students to benefit from Qatar’s cultural and intellectual heritage, supporting their academic journey with innovative resources.
“These resources will not be limited to QF students but will be available to all schools and the wider community. They provide educators with a diverse range of teaching tools, from visual and audio materials to interactive resources, enhancing the learning experience and making educational content more engaging, interactive, and connected to national identity and cultural heritage,” she added.
Fatima Al Mansouri, education manager at Msheireb Museums, said: “This partnership enables us to extend our educational reach from our museum spaces directly into classrooms across Qatar. Our four heritage houses offer insights into Qatar’s history, from pearl diving and oil discovery to family life and architectural development. By transforming these narratives into educational resources, we can help students better understand their heritage and its relevance to Qatar’s future.”
The platform, launched by QF in 2022 in partnership with the Ministry of Education and Higher Education, aims to share the depth and breadth of local knowledge, innovation, and research with learners of all ages and educators in Qatar and beyond.
