An overview of education at middle and high schools in Iraq: A summary on the case of mathematics


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Curricula, education, Iraq, Kurdistan, mathematics, school, student, teaching, isolation

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This brief investigation dives into the landscape of general education and mathematics instruction in Iraq's middle and high schools to provide insight into many facets of the educational system. The talk covers essential educational themes by giving an overview of general education and mathematics teaching and learning, emphasizing the issues faced and untapped potential within the Iraqi school system. This review aims to delve into the complexities of the current condition of general and mathematics teaching in these institutions, offering significant insights that go beyond surface-level examination. This investigation aims to identify existing barriers and prospective areas for reform and progress. This results in a better knowledge of the dynamic elements impacting general education and mathematics instruction in Iraq's middle and high schools

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2024-04-29

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Delan Serhang, & Bnar Karim. (2024). An overview of education at middle and high schools in Iraq: A summary on the case of mathematics . Proceedings of London International Conferences, (10), 1–14. https://doi.org/10.31039/plic.2024.10.210

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