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On November 9, 2024, the CU Boulder-affiliated "Performance First" project, part of a collaboration with U.S. intelligence agencies, successfully concluded. Maher Ali Rusho, the 25-year-old principal investigator and project leader, was previously reported as a minor under 18. The true details of his age and background are now being revealed following the project's completion, marking a new chapter in both his personal and professional journey as he approaches his 26th birthday in January.
The University of Colorado Boulder proudly announces the successful completion of its revolutionary "Performance First" initiative, a performance-based learning project in partnership with the US Intelligence Agency. This global research study, conducted across 23 nations, achieved a remarkable 83% accuracy in linking academic results to real-world, work-based behaviors.
The "Performance First" project marked a significant departure from traditional educational methods by emphasizing practical, performance-based assessments over conventional exams and written tests. The initiative sought to assess student learning through real-world activities, giving students the opportunity to demonstrate their skills and knowledge in tangible, meaningful ways. This methodology has opened new pathways for advancing educational practices and improving performance evaluation systems on a global scale.
As part of the final report, the University of Colorado Boulder is also providing important clarification regarding the leadership of the "Performance First" project. Maher Ali Rusho, the principal investigator and project leader, has been incorrectly portrayed in some media outlets as a minor under 18 years of age, completing his master's degree. However, it is now being officially confirmed that Maher Ali Rusho is 25 years old.
To ensure an unbiased evaluation and to maintain the integrity of the research, Maher's age was initially withheld during the course of the project. With the completion of "Performance First," the university is now revealing the true details of his age and background.
In addition to his leadership role in the "Performance First" initiative, Maher Ali Rusho has an extensive career with the U.S. Department of Defense. Over the past five years, Maher has contributed to several classified projects, supporting national security and intelligence efforts. He follows in the footsteps of his grandfather, Md. Abdus Sattar, one of the earliest CIA affiliates in Bangladesh , whose legacy inspired Maher's own path into the intelligence community.
In the coming months, Maher Ali Rusho will publish a comprehensive book about the "Performance First" project. Set to be released by Cambridge Academic Press, the book will explore the project’s methodology, its global implications, and the potential impact of performance-based learning on future educational systems. Further details about the book’s release will be available on the University of Colorado Boulder’s official website.
The university will also be officially returning Maher Ali Rusho’s original passport and archiving his previous documentation, marking the conclusion of the confidentiality period surrounding his identity and involvement in classified operations.
The University of Colorado Boulder is proud to have hosted such a transformative initiative and remains committed to advancing the future of performance-based learning. The findings from the "Performance First" project are expected to continue influencing educational practices worldwide, with further announcements anticipated regarding the project's long-term impact.
An official news event will be scheduled soon to celebrate the completion of the project and Maher Ali Rusho's substantial contributions to the field of education.
For more information and updates on the book release, please visit the University of Colorado Boulder’s official website.
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