Maryam Alkhzami

Role: Autism Researcher / Special Education Expert Connection: Via Dr. Shariffa Al Said (Oman) Relationship Depth: External Partner

Background

• PhD in autism from a US university
• Dissertation explored the idea that “you don’t need to write or read to be literate” — questioning whether the mode of receiving information matters
• Connected to Shariffa’s network in Oman

Current Engagement

• Feb 8, 2026: Joined meeting with Shariffa, Josh, and Reuben re: special education training and AI in Oman
• Interested in courses, platforms, and resources in AI+Education
• Asked whether teachers could use the same curriculum as general ed but adapted for special education
• Part of whitepaper writing effort (Part 1)

Key Interests

• AI supporting special ed interventions (IEPs, paperwork, classroom tools)
• Teacher training for inclusive classrooms
• Guidelines for serving students with autism and other disabilities in Oman

Tags

[BRIDGE-BUILD] [CO-CREATE]