New Framework to Revolutionise Assessments in Pakistan
— January 14, 2025
KARACHI (AIA) The Inter Boards Coordination Commission (IBCC) organised an awareness seminar on the Model Assessment Framework (MAF) 2024 at Dawood University of Engineering and Technology to revolutionise assessment practices in Pakistan. The seminar brought together education leaders, policymakers, and practitioners to discuss standardised, transparent, and equitable assessments aligned with global standards.
Dr Ghulam Ali Mallah, Executive Director of IBCC, delivered the opening remarks, highlighting MAF’s potential to foster critical thinking, conceptual understanding, and lifelong learning. Prof. Dr Muhammad Naeem Khalid, former DG Academics HEC, presented a keynote on “Revolutionising Education with TPACK+ Model and the Future of Hybrid Learning Aligned with NCP 2023,” focusing on technology and pedagogy’s role in advancing education.
Sindh Education Minister Syed Sardar Ali Shah, the event’s chief guest, praised Dr Mallah’s initiative, stating, “We welcome innovative input and appreciate efforts to improve our education system while respecting the constitutional rights of provincial governments.” He also emphasised the challenges ahead, particularly the upcoming examinations, as a test of the framework’s effectiveness.
Vice Chancellor of Dawood University of Engineering and Technology, Engr. Prof. Dr Samreen Hussain, served as the guest of honour and stressed the importance of collaborative efforts to reform Pakistan’s education system.
A panel discussion moderated by Munira Mohammad, Lead Specialist at AKU-EB, was a key feature of the seminar. Esteemed panellists included Dr Naveed Yousaf, CEI, AKU-EB; Muhammad Shafique Awan, Chairman, BISE Abbottabad; Prof. Dr Shazia Naeem, CEO, CANTAB Publisher, Lahore; Dr Fatima Rehan Dar, CEO, Oak Consulting; and Ms Huma Arshad, Educational Leadership/AI Trainer. They explored challenges in current assessment practices and the role of MAF in ensuring fairness, i