The seventh International Teachers' Conference has commenced with over 200 participants. The conference, held in Centre for Higher Secondary Education (CHSE) situated in Male' City, was graced by the First Lady Sajidha Mohamed. Minister of Education Dr. Ismail Shafeeu also participated in the conference.
The International Teachers' Conference, is biannually held by the National Institute of Education (NIE). A total of 250 individuals registered to partake in the two-day conference. The Ministry of Education revealed that 60 research papers and four case studies were submitted, with two keynotes and two panel discussions slated to take place during the conference.
The theme for the seventh edition of the International Teachers' Conference is "Educate, Empower, Elevate: Equitable Education for Twenty-First Century Excellence." Each edition's theme is selected based on current educational trends. The seminar aims to foster a research culture among teachers, connect the Maldives with international academic communities. It also aims to provide a platform for local and international stakeholders to share their work, ultimately contributing to positive changes in school teaching practices based on scientific research.
Since 2012, the National Institute of Education has organized this biannual conference to foster a culture of research among teachers and education professionals. The last conference, held in 2022 in Kulhudhuffushi City, saw participation from over 220 teachers and scholars from both the Maldives and abroad.