The Head of the Department of English at the College of Education for Humanities, University of Diyala, Dr. Amjed Lateef Jabbar, participated in an online meeting with the British Council, organized by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, to discuss the development of English department curricula in Iraqi universities.

Key Focus Areas:

Enhancing Curriculum Quality:
Aligning curricula with international academic standards by updating educational content and incorporating modern technologies to improve students’ linguistic and academic competencies.
Faculty Training:
Emphasizing the importance of training faculty members through workshops and training courses aimed at developing their teaching and research skills.
Collaboration with British Universities:
Exploring opportunities for academic exchange programs for students and faculty, establishing new partnerships to facilitate the exchange of scientific and academic expertise, and elevating the quality of education in English departments.

Outcomes and Recommendations:

Proposed Updates:
Developing timelines for implementing the suggested curriculum updates and ensuring continuous evaluation to meet quality standards.
Support for Students and Graduates:
Creating more comprehensive curricula that address labor market needs, enhancing the reputation of Iraqi universities locally and internationally.

Practical steps were agreed upon to advance the proposed initiatives, contributing to the overall improvement of English language education in Iraq.

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