Dhaka:A workshop focusing on the introduction of an Outcome-Based Education (OBE) curriculum was held at Dhaka University, emphasizing its implementation from the upcoming academic year. Professor Dr. Abdus Salam, the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Education) of the university, highlighted the necessity of adopting this curriculum to address global challenges and improve the quality of higher education.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Professor Dr. Abdus Salam spoke as the chief guest at the workshop's inaugural ceremony titled "Bangladesh National Qualifications Framework (BNQF), Accreditation, and Outcome-Based Education (OBE) Curriculum." The event was organized by the Institutional Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) at the Nabab Nawab Ali Chowdhury Senate Bhaban auditorium.
During his address, Professor Salam urged teachers, researchers, and stakeholders to contribute towards enhancing the university's reputation and improving its international ranking. He advocated for curricula that align with industry demands and called for stronger industry-academia ties. Additionally, he stressed the importance of timely conduct of classes, examinations, and the publication of results.
The workshop was presided over by IQAC Director Professor Dr. S. M. Hafizur Rahman and featured speeches by Dean of the Faculty of Arts, Professor Dr. Md. Abul Kalam Sarkar, and Dean of the Faculty of Biological Sciences, Professor Dr. Md. Abdul Karim.