Dr. Rashid Jayousi
Dr. Rashid Jayousi is a Computer Science academic, digital education leader, and researcher with extensive experience in artificial intelligence, machine learning, e-learning, data mining, distributed systems, and higher education development.
He holds a PhD in Computer Science from Keele University, United Kingdom, awarded in 2003. Dr. Jayousi joined the Computer Science Department at Al-Quds University in 1984 and has taught undergraduate and graduate courses in database systems, data mining, and artificial intelligence.
Academic and Leadership Experience
From 2015 to 2019, Dr. Jayousi served as Dean of Digital Education and Director of Al-Quds University Libraries. In these roles, he contributed to the development of digital learning, e-learning systems, academic resources, and technology-enabled educational services.
He has served on several university committees and has directed and contributed to projects funded by the World Bank, USAID, the European Union, Erasmus+, and other international partners. His work has focused on e-learning, digital libraries, higher education capacity building, and the development of technology-enhanced education.
From 2010 to 2015, he managed the School e-Learning Enhancement Project at the Ministry of Education, funded by the Belgian Technical Cooperation.
Research Interests
- Artificial intelligence and machine learning
- Multi-agent systems
- E-learning and digital education systems
- Data mining and database systems
- Distributed systems
- Digital libraries and educational technologies
Selected International Projects
- Learning Innovation Team (LIT) — Quality Improvement Fund Project, 2006 – 2009. Developed a team of e-learning trainers at Al-Quds University in cooperation with other Palestinian universities, supporting the creation of e-enabled courses for the university e-class system.
- Improvement of Science Education — Quality Improvement Fund, 2009 – 2010. Project Manager. Focused on developing e-enabled science education courses and integrating them into the learning management system.
- School e-Learning Enhancement — Belgian Technical Cooperation, Ministry of Education, 2010 – 2015. Supported the advancement of e-learning in school education.
- Competency-Based Education and Training for Students in the IT Diploma Programme — Quality Improvement Fund, 2019 – 2022. Developed a specialised IT diploma programme designed to improve graduate employability and strengthen students’ competitiveness in the IT labour market.
- Tempus and Erasmus+ Projects — Contributed to international initiatives including Achieving Sustainable Programmes in Regeneration and Entrepreneurship (ASPIRE), Interuniversity Network for Open and Distance Learning (RUFO), Serious Games (SAGE), Forensic Computing (FORC), Enterprise System Engineering (PENS), Joint Master in Software Engineering (JMSE), and Master in Health Informatics (HEAL+).