Working with schools in Iraq

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How will this webinar work?

please ensure your microphone/phone is on mute the webinar will be recorded please refrain from asking any questions during the webinar. There will be a Q&A

section at the end of the webinar.

About the British Council?

The British Council creates international opportunities for the people of the UK and other countries and builds trust between them worldwide. We are on the ground in six continents and over 100 countries bringing international opportunity to life, every day.

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Aims of the webinar

develop an understanding of Iraq, and its Education system and the challenges they faces

benefits of partnering with a schools in Iraq for pupils and teachers how the British Council can help your school partner with a schools in Iraq how to apply and useful contact details Q&A session.

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Facts about Iraq many people in Iraq speak English, though Arabic is the most spoken language Iraq has many different climates.  It is surrounded by Kuwait on the Southeast, Iran on

the East,  Turkey on the North, and Jordan on the West Hanging Gardens in Iraq was one of the Seven Wonders of the World.

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Education system in Iraq

The educational system in Iraq consists of: an optional two-year pre-school education six years of compulsory basic education Three years of secondary academic or vocational education for students aged 15 to 18,

after the Three years students sit for a General Certificate of Secondary Education Exam- “Baccalaureate”.

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Education system in Iraq

students are required to take 9 subjects; Arabic, English, Mathematics, Social Studies, Computer Studies , Geography, Chemistry, Biology, and Physics. Islamic studies are also mandatory for all students except for Christian students

there are 24 General educational directorates of education in Iraq and each directorate has control over a number departments to control over a number of schools.

Schools and controlling authority private schools are controlled by  the Private Directorate military Schools are controlled by the Directorate of Ministry of Defense Public schools are controlled by the Ministry of Education directly.

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Education Challenges

Iraq, despite showing impressive improvement in the education system, still needs to fix some of the persistent problems in this sector. With the rising growing youth population, Iraqi government has to ensure that the quality of education and level of skills imparted can help the new generation to compete effectively in the national and international arenaIraqi population is 33 millions, more than of the half below the age of 30 years. Almost 1/4 of Iraqis enroll in educational facilities and this causes pressure on the infrastructure and financial resources within the Ministry of Education.

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What are the benefits for pupils?

understanding of middle eastern culture, society and education helping students understanding their rights and responsibilities as global citizens. preparing students for work in a global economy and building a fairer, more

sustainable world Iraq is saturated in history and culture; from the moment you arrive, you will get a sense

of its rich heritage. The Sumerians, Akkadian, Ottomans; Christians and Muslims have all left their terraces at the several thousand archaeological and historical sites. The Iraq offers a wide variety of Climates and geographical terrain will bring culture and learning alive in the classroom.

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What are the benefits for teachers and educators?

a chance to improve teaching skills and the curriculum by sharing best practice opportunities to visit your partner school in Erbil / Iraq /with the British Council a greater understanding of other countries, their cultures and their education

systems resources to help you explore social, environmental, and cultural themes Access to online British Council run professional development courses.

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How can the British Council help you partner with schools in Iraq?We can support you in: finding a partner – or school ‘cluster’ partner - and helping you apply funding your partnership managing your visit safely – e.g. help with local travel and accommodation. Advice and support every step of the way

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School Partnerships

Partnership Structure – two way; 1-1 or 3-3 schools Grant funding - £1500 per school

Reciprocal Visits Key objectives

Global Citizenship Enriching Education Building Equitable and Sustainable Partnerships

Online Application Resources available: Webinar, Step by step guidance, Screencast

If any questions, please email Schools@britishcouncil.org

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Next steps

register on the British Council Schools Online site http://schoolsonline.britishcouncil.org/ British Council will suggest potential school partners in Iraq and connect you develop a joint application for a Connecting Classrooms partnership grant deadlines each term so apply when you and your partner school are ready For more info, please email schools@britishcouncil.org

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Contact us

schools@britishcouncil.org

www.britishcouncil.org/schoolsonline

www.britishcouncil.org/isa

http://schoolsonline.britishcouncil.org/linking-programmes-worldwide/connecting-classrooms/spotlight/Iraq

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Question and Answer session

Apply before 31 January 2014