The agreement was signed by Ali Al Hosani, Director General of the Authority, and Dr Aisha Al Yamahi, Board Member of Miqyas Al Dhad, in the presence of officials from both sides, during the Fourth International Forum for Arabic Language Teachers held under the theme “Building and Advancement”.

Raising reading proficiency through standardised assessment

The agreement seeks to improve students’ reading competence in Sharjah by gradually adopting Miqyas Al Dhad as the first comprehensive Arabic framework for evaluating text difficulty and measuring literacy skills, using precise scientific methodologies and innovative digital tools. The partnership also includes conducting extensive studies to identify educational gaps, enhancing reading proficiency, and ultimately improving education quality and learning outcomes.

Commitment to educational excellence

Ali Al Hosani emphasised that the agreement reflects the Authority’s dedication to adopting scientific tools and high-quality initiatives that contribute to advancing Arabic language education in schools. He noted that working with specialised partners in assessment and evaluation represents a crucial step toward improving learning outcomes and supporting both teachers and students.

Dr Aisha Al Yamahi highlighted that the partnership reflects Miqyas Al Dhad’s commitment to collaborating with partners to support national efforts in developing Arabic education. She added that the initiative lays the foundation for establishing a pioneering national model for teaching Arabic, recognising the language’s central role in knowledge building and cultural identity.

Forum as a platform for innovation

Eyad Darawsha, General Manager of Miqyas Al Dhad, described the Fourth International Forum for Arabic Language Teachers as a leading platform to showcase innovative solutions in Arabic language education. He emphasised that Miqyas Al Dhad provides the first comprehensive Arabic framework to classify texts by linguistic and cognitive levels and accurately assess students’ reading competence, helping improve Arabic learning outcomes and enabling data-driven educational decisions.

Darawsha added that the partnership with the Sharjah Private Education Authority reflects a shared commitment to unifying efforts to empower the Arabic language through standardised tools that enhance educational outcomes, support teachers, and strengthen the language’s status among its speakers.

Interactive sessions and practical applications

During the forum, the Miqyas Al Dhad team conducted a virtual session titled “Miqyas Al Dhad: Teaching Arabic through reading standards”, presented by Eyad Darawsha. The session explored the application of modern reading standards in Arabic instruction, using scientific assessment tools to determine literacy levels, design customised learning programmes, analyse common errors, and create remedial plans.

Dr Hanan Al Khalifa, Executive Academic Director of Miqyas Al Dhad, also participated in a panel discussion titled “Strategies in Service of Arabic Education”, where participants reviewed modern pedagogical approaches, including collaborative learning and problem-based learning, supported by practical examples of successful implementation.

Regional and international collaboration

Miqyas Al Dhad’s participation in the forum underscores the company’s commitment to supporting Arabic language education and fostering collaboration with regional and international partners to exchange expertise and best practices in educational assessment and evaluation.