MUSCAT : Under the patronage of Her Excellency Dr. Madiha bint Ahmed Al Shaibani, Minister of Education, the forum aims to enhance teaching strategies and promote the professional development of educators through cutting-edge educational research.
The event, held at the Ministry of Education, has drawn participants from international organizations, educational researchers, and key institutions. The central focus of this year’s forum is the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in education and how it can revolutionize teaching methodologies and equip students with future-ready skills.
Dr. Intisar bint Abdullah Ambusaidi, Director General of the Specialized Institute for Vocational Training for Teachers, highlighted that the forum exemplifies Oman’s commitment to educational research and innovation.
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Notable international contributions included Dr. Melissa Mothan from the OECD, who presented her paper on “Evidence-based Conversations among Teachers.” She focused on professional learning conversations as a key tool in enhancing teacher collaboration worldwide. Professor Feng Chun Miao from UNESCO explored strategies for employing AI in education, particularly policies surrounding its use and the necessary competencies for teachers and students.
Other key discussions included Dr. Al-Hashemi bin Habib Ardawi’s paper on the need to rethink education in light of demographic and technological changes. Dr. Zaid Mohammed Hassan Abu Shama from ICESCO introduced the concept of media education as a strategy to empower individuals to engage critically with media. Dr. Majdal bin Abdullah Al-Qahtani, from King Saud University, examined the potential of generative AI to personalize educational experiences.
The forum also featured practical workshops on the application of AI in scientific research, data analysis, and combination research methodologies.
Organized by the Ministry of Education in collaboration with the Omani National Commission for Education, Culture, and Science, and supported by international entities such as the Arab Bureau of Education for the Gulf States, the event is set to be a catalyst for future educational transformation in Oman and beyond.
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