Saudi textbooks show improvements in promoting peace and tolerance

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"Saudi school textbooks showed significant moderation of anti-Israel and antisemitic material, as revealed in a new report by IMPACT-se, the Institute for Monitoring Peace and Cultural Tolerance in School Education.

The research center reviewed 371 textbooks for the 2023-24 school year, comparing and contrasting the Saudi curriculum with past years. Notably, IMPACT-se has been reviewing Saudi textbooks since the early 2000s, publishing reports showing comparisons in a timely manner.

This latest report revealed positive improvements towards inclusivity in the curriculum. For instance, a high school social studies textbook, regarded as a “breeding ground for anti-Israel hatred,” has been completely removed for the 2023-24 academic year. ..."

Saudi textbooks show improvements in promoting peace and tolerance - The Jerusalem Post A comprehensive report by research institute IMPACT-se shows more positive approaches to other religions an denouncement of radical Islamist groups such as the Muslim Brotherhood.