Qatar students record decade-high science results as AI adoption grows
<p>Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s students have achieved significant long-term progress in science, while the growing use of artificial intelligence (AI) is opening new opportunities for learning and digital skills development, according to the latest international assessment by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).</p> <p>The OECD’s Programme for International…
Doha, Qatar witnessed significant advancements in science education among its students over the past decade, according to the latest Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) 2025 results released by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). These results indicate that Qatar's educational outcomes have steadily improved, aligning its performance with the highest ever measured in the country.
The nation's average science score of 434 points in 2025 marks a notable progress over the long term, reflecting enhanced scientific knowledge and skills among students. Although performance remained stable compared to 2022, the decade-long improvement signifies consistent advancement in the learning process.
Moreover, the proportion of students performing below baseline proficiency in science declined by seven percentage points between 2015 and 2025, indicating a positive shift in foundational learning. This assessment involved 6,674 students from 246 schools, representing around 94 percent of Qatar's 15-year-old population.
The report also sheds light on the increasing integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into students' learning practices, with the country's adoption level aligning with the OECD average. Specifically, 46 percent of students reported using AI chatbots for learning at least once a week, utilizing these tools for various educational activities such as preliminary research, summarizing assigned reading, and drafting text for writing assignments.
These findings underscore the expanding role of digital technology in facilitating students' access to information, organization of material, and exploration of new subjects. They also offer valuable insights for educators to explore how AI can complement traditional teaching methods and foster independent learning among students.
The assessment highlights the importance of curiosity and perseverance among students, with 68 percent expressing curiosity about various topics and 65 percent demonstrating extra effort when faced with challenging tasks.
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