Cairo: Minister of Education and Technical Education Mohamed Abdel Latif announced substantial reforms to Egypt's education system during a panel discussion hosted by the Ministry of State for Information. According to State Information Service Egypt, the session, led by journalist Diaa Rashwan and attended by key media figures, focused on curriculum development, teacher training, and the implementation of the Egyptian Baccalaureate system among other initiatives.

Abdel Latif highlighted several challenges that the education sector faces, such as the need for a consistent education strategy, improved teacher training, and economic conditions, as well as addressing high student densities and the prevalence of private tutoring. He reported improvements in school attendance, which has risen from 15 percent to 87 percent, and a reduction in classroom density from 63 to 41 students per room.

The Minister discussed the significant progress made in enhancing reading and writing skills among low-literacy students, with proficiency levels increasing substantially through structured phases. Abdel Latif also emphasized the successful development and accreditation of 94 curricula, including core subjects like Arabic and English, in collaboration with international bodies.

In teacher training, Abdel Latif detailed a comprehensive program involving 183,499 teachers, supported by prestigious institutions like Harvard University and Hiroshima University. The initiative aimed to align teacher skills with the demands of the Egyptian Baccalaureate system and revamped curricula.

The Minister also outlined international collaborations, such as partnerships with Italy, Germany, and Japan, to expand technical education and language programs. Additionally, measures were introduced to streamline school accreditations, aiming to conserve foreign currency and ensure local accreditation suffices for university entry.

Abdel Latif concluded by affirming the Ministry's commitment to improving the educational infrastructure and environment, with ongoing efforts to build new schools and provide essential resources, thereby enhancing the overall learning experience for students across Egypt.