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About Institute of IPER)

The Institute of Pedagogical and Educational Research (IPER) was established in 2014/15. The establishment of IPER underscores the university's commitment to academic excellence and its recognition of research's critical role in informing educational practice and policy. Since its establishment, IPER carried out various activities including conducting research projects, organizing professional development workshops, and fostering collaborations across academic and community institutions.

Bahir Dar University

Bahir Dar University was established by merging two former higher education institutions; namely the Bahir Dar Polytechnic and Bahir Dar Teachers’ College. The Bahir Dar Polytechnic Institute, which has transformed itself into Technology and Textile institutes, was established in 1963 under the technical cooperation between the Government of USSR and the Imperial Government of Ethiopia. The institute was a premier institute in producing technicians for the nation. The Bahir Dar Teachers’ College, by then known as the Academy of Pedagogy, was established in 1972 by the tripartite agreement of the Imperial Government of Ethiopia, UNESCO and UNDP and started actual work in the following year under the auspices of the Ministry of Education and Fine Arts.

Dear esteemed researchers, educators, and partners, I warmly welcome to the Institute of Pedagogical and Educational Research. It is broadly accepted that education is a powerful tool for individual growth, social transformation, and national development. Driven by this belief, we strive to advance quality education through research, innovation, collaboration, and evidence-based practices. Our institute emphasizes key thematic areas including STEM Education and emerging educational technologies, teacher education and pedagogical sciences, and educational policy and leadership. At the institute, we work closely with educators, researchers, policymakers, schools, universities, and communities to address educational challenges and promote sustainable solutions. Our focus includes strengthening pedagogical practices, supporting teacher development, fostering educational leadership, and encouraging innovation in education. We are committed to creating a vibrant academic and research environment that values excellence, inclusiveness, integrity, and collaboration. Through our research centers, partnerships, and community engagement activities, we aim to contribute to equitable and transformative education nationally and beyond. We warmly invite researchers, practitioners, students, and partners to engage with our work, share ideas, and collaborate with us in shaping the future of education.

- Dr. Mulugeta A. Gugssa

Director, Institute of Pedagogical and Educational Research

Scope of IPPER

The institute aspires to serve as a hub for educational research and innovation, equipping it to respond to Ethiopia’s educational priorities while contributing to global educational advancements. While IPER’s operations primarily focus on national and regional educational issues, its research initiatives may be extended to East African countries, which face comparable educational challenges. In terms of research scope, IPER engages in current and pressing issues in Ethiopian education system including: STEM education and emerging technologies; education in emergencies/crisis and education system resilience; innovate pedagogy and subject-specific research; research on educational systems and policies; educational policy and leadership; teacher training and professional development; equity, inclusion, and gender studies in education; and education for sustainable development/education for sustainability.

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30 May, 2026

Teaching and Learning seminar

30 May, 2026

Consultation on Education in Emergencies Held

Consultation on Education in Emergencies Held The Office of the Dean of the College of Education, Research and Community Service, in collaboration with the Institute of Pedagogy and Education Research (IPER), jointly organized a half-day workshop on Education in Emergencies in Amhara region.

30 May, 2026

IPER held an official relaunching workshop

IPER held an official relaunching workshop The Institute of Pedagogical and Educational Research (IPER) held a workshop to validate its five-year strategic plan and to launch its implementation.