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Press Release

During the 4 th International Forum for Arabic Language Teachers

Miqyas Al Dhad partners with Sharjah Private Education
Authority to advance Arabic language skills in schools

Sharjah, UAE, October 10, 2025: Arabic Scale, also known as Miqyas Al Dhad,
signed a partnership agreement with the Sharjah Private Education Authority (SPEA)
to strengthen bilateral cooperation in advancing Arabic language skills and improving
educational outcomes in the emirate’s schools.

H.E. Ali Al Hosani, Director General of the Sharjah Private Education Authority, and
Dr. Aishah Al Yammahi, Board Member of Miqyas Al Dhad, signed the agreement in
the presence of top executives from both entities. The signing took place in conjunction
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with the 4 International Forum for Arabic Language Teachers, which took place from
October 4 to 7, under the theme ‘Building and Advancing’.

The agreement seeks to enhance students’ reading proficiency in Sharjah through the
phased implementation of the Miqyas Al Dhad scale – the first comprehensive Arabic
framework designed to assess text complexity and evaluate reading skills using precise
scientific methodologies and innovative digital tools. The partnership also includes the
execution of a large‐scale study to assess reading proficiency, identify learning gaps,
and improve students' reading abilities, all of which are expected to have a positive
impact on the quality of education and its outcomes.

H.E. Ali Al Hosani, Director General of the Sharjah Private Education Authority
(SPEA), emphasised that the agreement with Miqyas Al Dhad reflects the Authority’s
unwavering commitment to adopting scientific approaches and pioneering initiatives
that enhance Arabic language education across the Emirate. “The partnership aims to
strengthen the reading proficiency of students based on clear standards and rigorous
frameworks. Working with specialised partners in assessment and evaluation marks a
significant step toward improving the quality of learning outcomes and enhancing the
performance of both students and teachers,” H.E. added.

Dr. Aishah Al Yammahi, Board Member of Miqyas Al Dhad, said, “Our partnership
with the Sharjah Private Education Authority underscores our commitment to fostering
strong stakeholder partnerships that drive forward national priorities, such as the
advancement of Arabic language education. This will be achieved through the
implementation of a precise standards-based ecosystem which is a critical foundation
for enhancing reading proficiency. With this step, we lay the groundwork for a