The Ministry of Education has initiated the extensive rollout of an English language proficiency assessment program using the International English Language Testing System (IELTS).

Building upon the successful pilot phase from the previous year, which was exclusively aimed at third-year secondary school students, this program now includes all students from various grade levels, totaling around 40,000 male and female students.

Over the next five days, beginning yesterday, students will undergo a pre-test to evaluate their English listening, reading, writing, and speaking skills. Following this assessment, a six-month training program will be introduced to enhance their abilities.

In May 2024, students will undergo a post-test to measure their progress, and comprehensive reports will be generated based on their performance in both tests. To ensure effective implementation, the Ministry is conducting intensive training for secondary school teachers in partnership with renowned organizations such as the National Geographic Learning Publishing House, the British Council, and the Regional Office for the English Language at the US Embassy.

This training will provide educators with the necessary strategies to improve students' English language acquisition. Furthermore, comprehensive guidelines and practical booklets will be distributed to students, containing valuable information about the IELTS test and a variety of practical activities designed to enhance their time management skills, effective handling of questions, avoidance of common errors, and achievement of the desired proficiency levels. This comprehensive approach aims to empower students and support their success in the IELTS examination.