Oman opened the International Conference on the Teaching Profession, focusing on sustainable education in the age of artificial intelligence. The event brought together global experts and educators. It highlights Oman’s growing role in using advanced technologies while ensuring educational quality.
Organized by the Ministry of Education, the two-day conference attracted 400 participants from Oman and abroad. It aims to strengthen teaching practices through artificial intelligence, improve learning environments, and foster sustainable professional development. The program also encourages partnerships between schools, research centers, and educational institutions.
The Minister of Education, Dr. Madeeha Ahmed Al Shaibani, highlighted Oman’s national approach under the National Program for Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Digital Technologies. She stressed that sustainable education in the age of artificial intelligence must prioritize ethics, equity, and the human dimension of learning. She noted the conference arrives at a crucial moment as education undergoes a global transformation.
Experts emphasized the importance of collaboration to address worldwide educational challenges. Dr. Salim Mohammed Al Malik, Director General of ICESCO, noted the conference aligns with international sustainable development goals. It reinforces the universality and equity of quality education. Likewise, Dr. Mohammed Saud Al Muqbel from ABEGS praised the conference for promoting cooperation across Gulf, Arab, and Islamic nations.
The event covered key topics, including teacher empowerment, leadership, and innovative approaches to professional development. Sessions explored the future of the teaching profession, strategies to empower educators in the AI era, and policies for building high-quality teaching cadres. Participants discussed teacher shortages and ways to strengthen educational leadership to ensure long-term sustainability.
The conference reinforced that teachers remain central to educational transformation. Attendees agreed that sustainable education in the age of artificial intelligence succeeds only when educators lead change, use advanced tools responsibly, and collaborate globally. By the end, participants exchanged strategies, insights, and practical recommendations to shape education policies.
Overall, Oman’s conference showed its commitment to placing education at the center of sustainable development and technological progress, preparing teachers to thrive in an AI-driven world.
