In continuation of scientific activities, the Mathematics Education Department at Tishk International University organized an international workshop on Wednesday, December 17th, 2025, entitled “International Workshop on Teaching and Learning of Mathematics: Advancing Equity and Inclusion in High School Mathematics Education.” The event was held at 14:00 in Room 302 of the Education Building, within the framework of UN SDG 4 – Quality Education: Teacher Training and Professional Development.
The workshop aimed to:
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Enhance Teacher Preparedness for Exam-Intensive Senior Classes by equipping high school teachers with effective instructional strategies—including differentiated instruction, scaffolding, and formative assessment—to better support diverse learners in Grades 11–12 preparing for national examinations.
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Promote Equitable Distribution of Skilled Teachers Across Senior Classes through examining policies and school-level practices that shape teacher allocation, ensuring equal access to qualified instructors regardless of school type or location.
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Build Teacher Capacity to Address Equity and Inclusion in high-stakes assessment environments by strengthening culturally responsive pedagogy, inclusive exam preparation, and targeted support for marginalized learners.
The workshop consisted of two sessions. The first session, chaired by Mr. David Wafula from Tishk International University, featured a keynote speech delivered by Dr. Abdullah Ziya from Suleyman Demirel University, Kazakhstan, and Stirling Education, Erbil. His presentation, “Preparing Teachers for Equitable, Inclusive, and Employer-Driven Senior High School Teaching Roles,” explored current challenges faced by teachers and innovative solutions for strengthening inclusive mathematics education.
After a short coffee break, the second session—chaired by Mr. Reman Sabah, TIU—continued with a keynote lecture by Mr. Hemin Ahmed from Stirling Education. His talk, “Challenges and Solutions: Equipping Pre-Service Teachers for Effective Senior High School Physics Teaching,” highlighted practical and research-based strategies for enhancing teacher readiness in high-stakes Physics classrooms.
The workshop concluded with a closing ceremony and certificate distribution, during which participants expressed the importance of sustained collaboration between universities and educational institutions to promote equitable, high-quality teaching practices in senior secondary education.
Date:
December 17th, 2025
Keywords: Mathematics Education, Equity and Inclusion, Teacher Preparedness, Senior High School, Professional Development
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