Challenges and Opportunities for Quality Education
In continuation of scientific activities, on December 17, 2025, the Faculty of Law at Tishk International University organized a workshop entitled “National Accreditation Councils in Iraq: Challenges and Opportunities.”
Workshop Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Title | National Accreditation Councils in Iraq: Challenges and Opportunities |
| Date | December 17, 2025 |
| Organizer | Faculty of Law, TIU |
| Attendees | Faculty members from the Faculty of Law and TIU |
Speaker and Moderator
| Role | Name | Affiliation |
|---|---|---|
| Speaker | Professor Dr. Ismail Mahmoud Mohammed Issa Al-Jubouri | Lecturer at Al-Mustansiriyah University; President of the Iraqi Association for Accreditation, Integrity, and the Development of Educational Programs |
| Moderator | Assistant Professor Dr. Abdulbasit Karim | Lecturer at the Faculty of Law, Tishk International University |
Key Topics Addressed
During the session, the speaker addressed:
| Focus Area | Description |
|---|---|
| Current state of academic accreditation in Iraq | Overview of existing accreditation frameworks |
| Challenges facing accreditation councils | Obstacles hindering effective accreditation |
| Opportunities available | Potential for enhancing quality of higher education and academic programs |
Workshop Objectives
This workshop was held as part of the university’s efforts to:
| Objective | Description |
|---|---|
| Promote a culture of quality assurance | Encourage awareness and implementation of accreditation standards |
| Enhance academic accreditation | Strengthen institutional and program-level accreditation |
| Improve higher education quality | Support continuous improvement in academic programs |
Alignment with SDG 4 – Quality Education
This workshop aligns with Sustainable Development Goal 4 (SDG 4): Quality Education , which aims to:
| SDG 4 Focus | Application |
|---|---|
| Ensure high-quality higher education | Promoting accreditation as a tool for quality assurance |
| Promote sustainable learning opportunities | Supporting lifelong learning through quality programs |
Significance
This workshop provided a valuable platform for:
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Understanding accreditation frameworks in the Iraqi context
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Identifying challenges facing accreditation councils
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Exploring opportunities for enhancing educational quality
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Fostering collaboration among academic institutions for quality improvement
Keywords: National Accreditation Councils, Quality Assurance, Academic Accreditation, Higher Education Iraq, Faculty of Law, Tishk International University, Professor Dr. Ismail Mahmoud Mohammed Issa Al-Jubouri, Dr. Abdulbasit Karim, Al-Mustansiriyah University, SDG 4, Quality Education, Innovation, Critical Thinking, Teamwork, Leadership, Values, Youth Empowerment, Accreditation Challenges, Accreditation Opportunities, Educational Quality, Sustainable Learning, Iraqi Higher Education, Quality Culture, Program Development, Institutional Accreditation
