Senior Lecturer Dr. Aminath Waseela conducted a research project titled “Investigating School Leaders’ Perceptions on the Performance of MNU Graduates Who Join Their Schools After Completing a Teaching Degree Programme.” The study explored school leaders’ perspectives on the preparedness, professional performance, and competencies of Maldives National University (MNU) teaching graduates, generating valuable evidence to inform improvements in teacher education, curriculum development, and graduate readiness.

The research contributes to Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 4: Quality Education by providing insights that can strengthen teacher preparation, professional practice, and educational outcomes. It supports SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth by promoting the development of relevant professional competencies and enhancing the employability and workplace readiness of teaching graduates. Furthermore, the study advances SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals by strengthening collaboration and dialogue between higher education institutions and schools, ensuring that teacher education programmes remain responsive to the needs of the education sector.

The study highlights the value of engaging school leaders in evaluating graduate performance and demonstrates how evidence-based collaboration between universities and schools can contribute to continuous improvement in teacher education and the quality of teaching and learning.