Training Programs
Mathematics Experts Program
This two-year program, consisting of four training modules, aims to empower Omani mathematics teachers of grades 5-12 to lead the improvement of mathematics teaching and learning in their schools. Based on the latest educational theories and contemporary research, the program enhances teachers’ abilities to design student-centered learning environments, implement effective teaching strategies, and develop students’ higher-order thinking skills. It also empowers them to use technology effectively in education, develop assessment tools, and apply action research to address classroom challenges. Furthermore, the program focuses on developing critical professional reflection skills and building evidence-based professional practices, contributing to raising the quality of mathematics education in accordance with Omani teacher standards and future skills.
Duration
2 Years
Language
Arabic
Training Modules
4
Target Group
Teachers
Programme Content
Training Modules
Training Module 1
Principles and characteristics of professional mathematics teaching practice.
Training Module 2
Active learning and assessment for learning.
Training Module 3
Thinking strategies.
Training Module 4
Integrating technology into teaching and project-based learning.
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Enrolment
Applicants wishing to enrol in the Institute’s strategic training programmes must meet the following requirements.
Eligibility Requirements
- Nominees must be members of the Ministry of Education's teaching staff.
- Applicants for the Mathematics Experts, Science Experts, Arabic Language Experts (Grades 1–4), Arabic Language Experts (Grades 5–12), English Language Experts, and Field Two Experts programmes must have at least three years' experience in their current position.
- Applicants for supervisory programmes must hold the relevant job title, or an official secondment decision, for one of the following: the Senior Teachers Programme (Senior Teacher, or secondment to that position); the Supervisory Experts Programme (Subject Supervisor or Senior Subject Supervisor, or secondment to either); or the School Leadership Programme (School Principal, Assistant School Principal, School Administration Supervisor, Senior School Administration Supervisor, School Performance Evaluation Supervisor, Senior School Performance Evaluation Supervisor, or secondment to one of these).
- Applicants for the Programme for New Teachers must be newly appointed teachers; enrolment is mandatory for all new appointees.
- An applicant's job title must match the target group specified for the relevant programme.
- Applicants may not be on full-time study leave for a Master's or Doctoral degree.
