The Differences In

Education System
Between

OMAN & FINLAND

In Terms of Components

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Table of 1 Introduction 6 Methodology

2 Background 7 Results

Contents 3 Objectives 8 Learning Outcomes

4 Our Traction 9 Conclusion

5 Literature Review 10 References

 1.
The education system is
an important part of the
development of nations
Introduction and is responsible for
shaping the future of
individuals and society.
Many countries have
invested in their education
systems to improve the
quality and provide better
opportunities for their
citizens.
Oman and Finland
are two countries that
have invested in their
education systems with
the aim of improving
the quality and
preparing their citizens
for a better future
 2. Background
Breif background information

There have been many significant changes to the

education system in Oman over years, as the
government has implemented reforms aimed at
improving the quality of education in the country.
In contrast, Finland has been widely recognized as
having the best education system in the world.
Oman has made a significant
progress in the expansion of
education ,and as of 2021, they
achieved near-universal
enrollment in primary school
education.
Finland has been regarded as
having one of the best
education systems in the world,
with its success attributed to a
student-centered approach to
teaching and learning, its
comprehensive curriculum, and
the professionalization of
teachers.
 3.
Objectives
Investigate the Evaluating the
Main objectives and purposes Identify the key Analyze the
effects of the strengths and
factors of Oman differences and
differences and weakness of both
and Finland similarities in the
education system how they affect educational system
education
students with comparing
system of oman and
outcomes them to each other
Finland.

4. Literature Review
Briefly taking important points from literature review

Comparison of the curriculum and teaching methods in Oman and Finland :

Comparasion OMAN FINLAND

Adopts the traditional model, focuses on a student-

which emphasizes the centered approach, the
curriculum
importance of memorization development of creative skills,
and rote learning and problem-solving

Base Islamic traditions Justice and Equality

Subject-specific knowledge Group work, experimental

Teaching Methods rather than pedagogy and learning, and project-based
training methods learning

Master's degree, training Master's degree, training

Teacher requirements
programs for various skills programs for various skills
Assessment methods used In
Oman
In Oman, standardized tests are
considered the most important method
of assessment, they help in providing a
uniform measure of the progress and Students from grades 4-9 should be
achievement among the student able to take all the standardized tests in
different subjects including
mathematics, science, and language.
Assessment methods Comparison
Assessment methods used in Oman and Finland :

Comparasion OMAN FINLAND

Oman National Achievement

Standardized testing and
Test (ONAT) which is
focus more on formative
Assesment method administered to all students
assessment
from grades 4, 6, and 10.
5. Methodology
Different way of collecting information

50
Literature Review : Analyzing
Literature Works through
40
academic journals, research
reports, and books
30

20

Questionere Survey : Emails

10 with surveys and
questionnaires to collect
0
Group1 Group 2 Group3 Group 4 Group 5
primary data

Back to Agenda
6. Results
Briefly elaborate on what you want to discuss.
In Oman
The basic education system takes ten years and
is divided into two grades: 1-4 and 5-10. Upon
completion of basic education, students are
required to enroll in vocational training
In Finland
Compulsory education starts at seven and ends
at 17, funded by the government and managed
by municipalities and certified education
providers.
 7. Learning Outcomes
Briefly elaborate on what you want to discuss.

In Oman
Oman's education system focuses on
traditional learning, whereas most
institutions emphasize memorization
and rote learning
In Finland
Learning outcomes in Finland's education
system focus on encouraging and
supporting students since the education
policies aim to give all Finnish citizens equal
opportunities through education
 8. Key Education Indicators
Briefly elaborate on what you want to discuss.

Education Indicators can be used

to compare the education system
in Oman and Finland. Finland has
a 100% literacy rate compared to
Oman's 93.1%, and a 100%
enrollment rate in primary
education for children aged 7,
compared to Oman's 92.9%.
These indicators show that
Finland outperforms Oman in
various aspects of education.
 8. Key Education Indicators
Briefly elaborate on what you want to discuss.

Finland has a 94% graduation rate

compared to Oman, which has an
82.7% graduation rate in upper
secondary education. Finland has
achieved high gender parity in its
enrollment rates into primary and
secondary education for both
girls and boys compared to Oman
 9. Conclusion
Breif background information

In conclusion a study and a comparison has made into

the education systems in Oman and Finland, focused on
teaching methods, curriculum, assessment methods, and
teacher education. The findings reveal significant
differences, such as standardized testing in Oman
versus formative assessments in Finland. Future
research should explore other components of education
systems in both countries.
6. References
References conducted from books,websites,journals and magazines

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