Last Updated on: 28th January 2024, 01:35 pm
The Aga Khan University Institute for Educational Development (AKU-IED) has unveiled its latest academic offering – a 1.5-year Bachelor of Education (BEd) program, coinciding with the celebration of UNESCO’s sixth International Day of Education in 2024. This year’s theme revolves around advocating for inclusive and high-quality education for all.
In response to the significant challenges prevalent in the country’s educational landscape, including variations in educational standards, gender disparities in access to education, insufficient school facilities, and a shortage of qualified teachers, the new program aims to tackle these issues. It focuses on enhancing the capabilities of aspiring teachers and those in the early stages of their teaching careers.
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Professor Farid Panjwani, the Dean of AKU-IED, outlined the objectives of the program, emphasizing its goal to create a substantial educational impact. The program aims to elevate the status of teachers, enhance employability in both public and private sectors, provide international opportunities, and improve the overall quality of teaching and learning.
Panjwani noted that the program goes beyond individual academic pursuits, envisioning itself as a model of excellence in teacher development. It aspires not only to contribute to the advancement of education in Pakistan but also to have a positive impact beyond the country’s borders.
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A distinctive feature of the B.Ed. program is its flexibility, allowing individuals currently employed on a full-time or part-time basis to pursue their degree while accommodating their existing work commitments.
