The fourth pedagogical course for teachers of the Dohuk Education Directorate was launched today, Wednesday, July 9, 2025, by Cihan University-Dohuk

In the framework of a memorandum of understanding between the board of trustees of Cihan University and the Ministry of Education, the fourth pedagogical course specifically for teachers of the Dohuk Education Directorate was initiated under the supervision of Mr. (Dr. Zervan Abdul Mohsen Asad), President of Cihan University-Dohuk, and in the presence of Mr. (M. Omar Ali), General Director of Dohuk Education, Mr. (M. Yahya Rida), Director of Training and Rehabilitation at the Ministry of Education, and Mr. (Dr. Serbaz Aziz), Supervisor of Cihan University Academy, in addition to the presence of the Director of Training and Rehabilitation and directors of education from the (Eastern, Western, Semel, and Amadiya) regions.

At the beginning of the ceremonies, several speeches were delivered by the Director General of Education and Mr. (M.H. Salar Faisal Nuri), the Director of the Pedagogical Center, as well as by the course instructors. This course aims to develop the skills of education teachers and qualify them according to the latest curricula and scientific methods, linking them to modern standards and the requirements of the current era, in line with technological advancement. The course lasts for six weeks and includes daily theoretical and practical lessons presented to the participants.

Volunteers

# Image Name Duration Credits
1 Hejar Ali Fattah Hejar Ali Fattah 1 85
2 DJWAR AHMAD PIRAMIS DJWAR AHMAD PIRAMIS 1 85

On September 10, 2026, under the slogan “Zakat of Knowledge is Our Duty,” the Zakat Al-Ilm Organization, in coordination with Cihan Institute of Erbil, organized a seminar delivered by Prof. Dr. Karim Sharif Qarachatan titled: “Building a Modern Pedagogical Relationship Between Teachers and Students.” The event was held in the hall of Cihan Institute for the institute’s faculty and students, in the presence of Dr. Ali Karim Al-Zamin, Administrative Director of the Zakat Al-Ilm Organization, and Mr. Hiwa Mohammed, Director of Cihan Institute. During the session, he discussed the role of teachers and effective ways of engaging with students, concluding the seminar with an open Q&A session for the attendees.

On, June 27, 2026, in an academic ceremony attended by the Head of the Department and all faculty members, the “Scientific Zakat” training course titled “Foundation of Microbiology” was successfully concluded. The course was organized and delivered by the faculty members, Asst. Lect. Hozan Qasim and Asst. Lect. Sherwan Hussein.

During the ceremony, certificates of participation were presented to the attendees. Furthermore, the department’s presidency commended the instructors and wished the participants continued success in their educational journey and the development of their practical and hands-on skills.

As part of the ongoing activities of the Technology and Artificial Intelligence Course and within the framework of volunteer services provided by the “Zakāt al-Ilm” Foundation at Cihan University-Duhok, Mr. Bilal Hikmat Rasheed presented a lecture on August 9, 2026. The session focused on the importance of technology and artificial intelligence and their impact on various fields of work, aiming to develop and enhance the skills of the participants, who are staff members of the Khani Cultural and Media Center.