The Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) announced a couple of changes that will take effect in the 12th cycle of inspections happening next month, one being the reduction of paper throughout the inspection process.

In a series of tweets, KHDA revealed its plans to ensure that the schooling system in the UAEW remain up to par with the highest standards.

Instead, inspectors will use a smart platform and schools will no longer need to present paper-documents for the process.

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Starting this year, inspections will also be paperless, so schools will be expected to use more sustainable ways of showcasing their strengths

— KHDA | هيئة المعرفة والتنمية البشرية بدبي (@KHDA) September 24, 2019

Several more changes were announced for the annual school inspections

As you may already have heard… we announced some changes to the annual school inspections, based on 12 years of experience and feedback

— KHDA | هيئة المعرفة والتنمية البشرية بدبي (@KHDA) September 24, 2019

Schools who received an ‘outstanding’ or ‘very good’ review in the last inspection, will receive review-visits

…to ensure that consistency is maintained, in terms of providing high-quality education.

Schools that were rated ‘Outstanding’ or ‘Very Good’ in the previous inspection cycle will now receive review-visits aimed at ensuring they continue to provide high-quality education.

— KHDA | هيئة المعرفة والتنمية البشرية بدبي (@KHDA) September 24, 2019

The notice period given to schools before inspections will shorten

It used to be three weeks, now it’s expected to be given just five working days prior.

Following extensive feedback from the community, the notice period given to schools prior to inspections will shorten from three weeks to five working days

— KHDA | هيئة المعرفة والتنمية البشرية بدبي (@KHDA) September 24, 2019

There will be assessments on provisions for Emirati students

We will also assess schools' provisions for Emirati students. In addition to evaluating student attainment and progress, inspectors will focus on the extent to which schools are fostering and cultivating Emirati students’ talents and skills.

— KHDA | هيئة المعرفة والتنمية البشرية بدبي (@KHDA) September 24, 2019

The inspections will also focus on the National Agenda, moral education, UAE social studies, innovation, inclusion and reading

Incredible!

If only schools internationally adopted more of these types of centered learning subjects.

Additionally, inspections will continue to focus on priority areas, which include the National Agenda, moral education, UAE social studies, innovation, inclusion and reading.

— KHDA | هيئة المعرفة والتنمية البشرية بدبي (@KHDA) September 24, 2019