Stirling Schools has been teaching pupils for 30 years in Iraq and continues to improve the teaching experience and capability through its ICET conference in November 25-27 in Erbil. The conference is being co- organised by Stirling Schools and Cambridge University Press & Assessment, IBBC is also official partner to the conference.

The conference theme of “Learning opportunities for all” examines professional teacher development in the context of UN sustainable goal 4, ensuring inclusive and quality education and lifelong learning for all by increasing the supply of teachers especially to the least developed countries. This includes new approaches to schooling, curriculum development, and professional development to develop flexibility, adaptability, and innovation to prepare students for the challenges of today and tomorrow and explore opportunities for the needs of rising generations.

Key topics will include current issues and dynamics of the modern world including:

•  Adaptive Teaching Strategies
• Technology Integration
• Artificial Intelligence in Education
• Employability & 21st Century Skills
• Learner Autonomy & Self-directed Learning
• Teachers as Coaches of Learning
• Equity and Inclusivity in Teaching and Education
• Climate & Environmental Awareness

ICET brings together teacher trainers, educational experts, and community leaders from the national and international community and are delivered in three languages: English, Arabic and Kurdish.

Stirling welcome teachers from the region to apply to join and contribute and are able to register here. And here to view the conference agenda

Omed Aruzery, CEO at Stirling says ‘Stirling is thrilled to have such a strong, growing line up of supporting organisations for this remarkable educational event, which is now an unmissable appointment for teachers in Iraq, and especially for those who cannot afford training. ‘

Tim Fisher’ Global CEO of Stirling Schools says’ Stirling has over 12,000 pupils in Iraq, and it is right that we extend our learning and capabilities to those unable to receive the latest methodologies and insights in teaching. This year’s emphasis on technology, AI and C21st skills that will impact on the style and techniques that modern teachers are embracing’

Christophe Michels, MD IBBC says ‘IBBC is delighted to be official partners to Stirling’s ICET conference, along with Cambridge University Press, and welcome the leadership and philanthropy that both organisations share through this important event. IBBC is committed to developing and growing access to high quality education in Iraq and this initiative exemplifies this ambition’