Ministry of Sports Hosts Strategic Meeting to Advance Sports Education in Iran

SSRII , in collaboration with the Ministry of Sports and Youth Affairs, held a pivotal meeting to address challenges and establish a more streamlined and scientifically grounded sports education system.

The session was attended by senior officials, including Mohammad Ma’ani, Director General of Basic Education, and Alireza Kalantari, Director General of Public Sports.

Addressing Core Challenges The initiative stems from a thorough analysis of the existing issues in sports education, deemed essential for fostering elite athletic development. Discussions focused on critical areas such as:

• Revising the national sports education framework

• Streamlining and updating curricula

• Modernizing course content and instructional materials

A Collaborative and Evidence-Based Approach Organized by the Office of Basic Education and Talent Development, the meeting adopted a collective approach, drawing on the insights of academic experts and sports professionals. Participants emphasized the importance of leveraging diverse perspectives to ensure effective reform.

Next Steps: Implementation and Nationwide Rollout It was agreed that the proposals and recommendations from the meeting would inform the creation of specialized task forces in various areas. These task forces will refine the strategies, which, after final approval, will be implemented at the national level.

The Office underscored that standardizing foundational sports education, grounded in modern sports science, will play a transformative role in advancing both grassroots and elite sports in Iran.

This vision requires unified efforts from all stakeholders to succeed. Expert Contributions Among the notable contributors were Dr. Hamed Abbasi and Dr. Saleh Rafiei, faculty members at SSRII under the Ministry of Science, Research, and Technology. Their expertise provided valuable input to the discussions. The meeting marks a significant step toward creating a robust, innovative, and effective educational framework to drive sports development across the country.