The Sultanate of Oman, aiming to enhance the quality of its educational system, participated in the seventy-sixth session of the International Educational Assessment Assembly (IEA) held in the capital of Poland, Warsaw. This conference was attended by representatives of member organizations and prominent global experts in the field of educational measurement and assessment. The Omani delegation was led by Dr. Suad bint Abdullah Al-Shuqaili, the head of the Omani Quality Assurance in Education Committee.
Discussion Topics and Objectives of the Conference
The conference examined the governance of the assembly's activities, ongoing and future studies, research priorities, membership issues, and funding, as well as the methods of utilizing evidence from international studies to strengthen policies and educational reforms. This meeting is considered an important platform for exchanging views on the advancements related to Oman's participation in international assessments of reading skills (PIRLS 2026), mathematics and science (TIMSS 2027), and information and communication technology (ICILS 2028).
Strengthening International Cooperation and Developing Capabilities
The Sultanate of Oman, through its active participation in this conference, seeks to strengthen cooperation with the International Educational Assessment Assembly and other member organizations. The country is also committed to expanding national capabilities in educational measurement and assessment and converting the results of international studies into reliable documentation for decision-making and continuous improvement in its educational system. The holding of this conference has provided Oman with an opportunity to review the latest trends in international assessments, inclusivity in measurement, and research communications.
Ultimately, the Sultanate of Oman, through its active presence at this conference, aims to enhance educational standards and improve the quality of its educational system in line with global sustainable development goals. This conference not only serves as a space for exchanging experiences and ideas but can also pave the way for mutual cooperation and the utilization of best practices in education for member countries.
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