A Training Course on Artificial Intelligence for the College of Arts and Letters and College of Education: Supporting Digital Learning

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December 11, 2025
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The College of Arts and Letters and College of Education at Cihan University – Erbil organized a specialized training course on Innovation in Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Mastering Educational Sciences, English Language, and Translation Skills. The training course aimed to enhance the professional development of academic staff and empower them to use AI applications in the educational process to enhance the quality of education.

This course, which was held from March 9, 2025, to March 20, 2025, at Cihan Academy Hall, consisted of five sessions. The first session, titled Artificial Intelligence in Education: Personalized Learning and Assessment, was presented by Dr. Samrand Amini from the Department of General Education.

Session two, which was delivered by Assistant Professor Dr. Reem Jaafar from the Department of Computer Science, was titled The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Teaching English. Moreover, the third session on The Integration of Artificial Intelligence in Academic Research for the Departments of General Education, English, and Translation was presented by Assistant Professor Dr. Reem Jaafar from the Department of Computer Science.

Additionally, Assistant Lecturer Yazan Saifuddin Mahmoud from the Department of Software Engineering and Informatic, presented his training course on The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Translation. The last session, titled Tools to Enhance the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Education and Learning, was delivered by Dr. Ahmed Abd Aoun from the Department of General Education.

This course has several advantages. It was part of the university’s efforts to help academic staff keep pace with technological advancements and equip them with modern educational tools. Not only did it transfer knowledge, but it also contributed to building the concept of innovation within educational institutions, which will positively impact students’ experiences and their readiness for the future job market.

It gave academic staff more personalized and interactive learning experiences and the opportunity to assess students’ performance and track their academic progress.

This training course represents a significant step in Cihan University – Erbil’s journey towards digital transformation in education. By enabling academic staff to utilize AI tools, the university reaffirms its commitment to keeping up with technological breakthroughs and preparing its students for a bright future. These actions are in line with the university’s vision of building an integrated educational system that aligns with the requirements of the 21st century.

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Field Visit to Medical Laboratories:

Introducing students to modern equipment and devices used for testing, and providing them with practical training in scientific and applied procedures.

Health Awareness Seminar:

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Defining academic and behavioral discipline and its importance within the campus.

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Analysing university regulations and bylaws that define the rights and duties of faculty members