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The Education system in Iraq, prior to 1991, was one of the best in the region, with over 100 per cent gross enrolment rate for primary schooling and high levels of literacy, both for men and women. Iraq's Higher Education, particularly in scientific and technological fields, was of an international standard and staffed by high quality personnel.
As Iraq finds itself once again an active member of the international community, the renewal of the education system will have to reflect the universal norms and standards which will enable its children to fully understand democratic principles and processes while at the same time retaining their rich and multi-faceted cultural identity.
Books, desks and teacher training will be required to rebuild the education system. Short-term activities will include the development of baseline indicators to measure educational progress, procuring and distributing essential school materials, along with providing equipment and supplies.
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