Challenges in student assessment in medical and health sciences education in Northern Iraq

Grading leniency and "Failure to Fail" are key challenges in medical and health sciences education programs in Iraq. Our findings propose next steps for reform in Iraqi medical education system, including standardizing grading rubrics, implementing national assessment guidelines, and establishing mandatory faculty training programs. These reforms are needed for improving academic integrity and setting standards for graduates to become competent members of Iraq's healthcare workforce.