Founded in 2007 as the successor to the Commonwealth Institute, CET is a UK-based charitable organization focused on advancing education across the Commonwealth. The trust specifically invests in teacher development through digital platforms and professional development programs, with a primary focus on addressing learning poverty through their flagship Teach2030 program
10+
Partner organizations
54
Countries served
45%
Teacher completion rate
Commonwealth Network
UN Sustainable Development Goal 4 Partnership
Coursera Partnership
Teaching Council of Zambia
The Commonwealth Education Trust provides comprehensive professional development support for teachers through multiple channels. Through their Teach2030 program, they offer digital professional development courses, online workshops, and teaching content designed to improve learning outcomes. The trust works closely with corporate, education, and school partners to reach and upskill teachers across the Commonwealth, providing quality education resources and support. Their approach includes bite-sized professional development courses, virtual workshops, and digital learning communities.
45%
Course completion rate
91%
Teacher satisfaction
95%
Digital skills improvement
These are the expert instructors who will be teaching you throughout the course. With a wealth of knowledge and real-world experience, they’re here to guide, inspire, and support you every step of the way. Get to know the people who will help you reach your learning goals and make the most of your journey.
Educational Assessment Expert Prof. Gavin Brown Shapes Global Learning Evaluation
Professor Gavin Brown has established himself as a leading authority in educational assessment as the Associate Dean Postgraduate Research and Director of the Quantitative Data Analysis and Research Unit at the University of Auckland. His diverse career path, beginning as an ESL teacher in Montreal and spanning a decade of secondary school teaching in New Zealand, led to significant contributions in standardized testing development at the New Zealand Council for Educational Research. As Senior Project Manager for the Assessment Tools for Teaching and Learning system, he played a crucial role in implementing nationwide educational assessment tools. His expertise has been sought internationally, providing assessment consultation in Brazil, Chile, China, Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, and South Africa, while holding prestigious positions as Honorary Professor at the Education University of Hong Kong and Affiliate Professor at Umea University, Sweden. His influence in the field is further evidenced by his membership in the Technical Oversight Group Assessment at the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and his co-authored textbook on educational assessment
Distinguished Scholar Dr. Suseela Malakolunthu Advances Global Educational Policy and Multicultural Learning
Dr. Suseela Malakolunthu has established herself as a prominent figure in international education through her extensive academic career and research contributions. As an Associate Professor in the Faculty of Education at the University of Malaya, she brings expertise developed through her Ph.D. in Curriculum, Teaching, and Educational Policy from Michigan State University. Her distinguished career includes significant research appointments, notably as a Fulbright Senior Fellow at Stanford University studying multicultural education and leadership (2005-2006), Research Fellow at the Hong Kong Institute of Education (2009-2012), and Fellow at Cambridge University's Center for Commonwealth Education (2012). Her scholarly impact is evidenced through numerous publications in refereed journals, books, and research reports, while her expertise has been recognized through multiple fellowships and awards. As an influential voice in international education development, she regularly delivers keynote addresses at international conferences, contributing significantly to the fields of educational policy, multicultural education, and leadership development.