The 1st Interim Evaluation Meeting of the AIDA Project was held in Lisbon, Portugal, on 7–8 May 2025. The meeting brought together project partners, representatives of the coordinating institution, and relevant stakeholders. Following the opening remarks, the meeting agenda was presented, participant introductions were made, and all work packages were reviewed in detail.

On the first day, under WP1, Project Coordinator Harun Göncü delivered a presentation on project management, collaboration processes, and the reporting system. It was emphasized that the executive, quality assurance, and dissemination committees established under the project are functioning efficiently, and no disruptions have been observed in the project timeline or communication among partners. It was also noted that all partners are required to submit activity and budget reports every six months. Attendance issues in TPM and LTTA events were addressed, and the outcomes of discussions with the National Agency regarding possible remedies were shared.

Under WP2, the outputs and indicators of the teacher self-assessment model were revised, with a focus on enhancing its practical applicability. The quality evaluation processes for the two main outputs were planned. In the WP3 session, the University of Granada presented the content development methodology for the AI-supported Teacher Development Assistant. It was agreed that the contents would be based on verified and official sources, and a timeline for collection, translation, and question development aligned with AI-based assessment was established. WP4 discussions focused on the development of the digital tool, dissemination efforts, and sustainability strategies, with an emphasis on adhering strictly to visibility rules.

The second day of the meeting included workshops focusing on technical aspects, quality of outputs, pilot implementation plans, and dissemination steps. Hacettepe University provided an update on its WP3 activities, followed by a closing speech by Dr. Luís Fernandes, Director General of School Administration. The meeting concluded with the presentation of certificates to participants.

Key Decisions Taken During the Meeting:

• The project is progressing in line with the planned timeline, and effective communication and collaboration among partners are being maintained.

• The executive, quality assurance, and dissemination committees continue to fulfill their roles actively and efficiently.

• All partners are now required to submit reports covering activities and budget expenditures every six months.

• Attendance gaps in TPM and LTTA events can only be compensated through internal budget transfers between similar activities within the same work package.
  WP2 Quality Evaluation Guidelines:

• Output 1 (Systematic Literature Review): To be evaluated by an independent academic not involved in defining the evaluation criteria.

• Output 2 (Teacher Self-Assessment Model): To be evaluated jointly by an academic and a school principal.

All evaluations are expected to be completed by the end of July 2025.

• The dissemination plan will be shared with all partners shortly, and project visibility will be ensured through websites and social media platforms.

• The content collection process under WP3 will be finalized by 15 July 2025, with translations into English to be completed in August.

• Assessment questions aligned with the self-assessment model criteria will be developed for integration into the AI system.

• The LTTA2 activity is scheduled to take place in Munich, Germany, on 7–9 October 2025, and the TPM3 meeting will be held in Florence, Italy, on 25–26 November 2025.

This meeting served as a key milestone for assessing the project’s progress and enhancing the quality and sustainability of its deliverables.