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Impact of Pull-Out Programs on SOD- A Case Study in a Mainstream School in Dubai
No full textThis mixed-method study investigated the impact of pull-out programmes on the academic, social, and emotional development of students of determination in a mainstream school in Dubai. It highlights whether the PO has a positive or negative effect on academic progress, and the social and emotional well-being of SOD. The academic impact of PO programmes is studied through quantitative data that were used to analyse SOD, CAT4, MAP, and Test-1 & -2, along with the survey. It includes three sections that measured the participants' responses to the PO programmes' impact on the academic, social-emotional development of SOD. Thirty-two respondents including subject teachers, learning support teachers, counsellors, and supervisors participated in the survey. To study the effect on social and emotional development, four participants were interviewed after the analysis of the survey data. This study looked into every important detail, and the ultimate conclusion was reached to offer the optimum recommendations. The results revealed that PO programmes were effective in terms of the academic growth and progress of SOD, while the social-emotional well-being depends on many other factors. Numerous recommended PO programmes have to combine with PI support and independent study activities
The Impact of Senior School Leaders in Empowering Middle Leaders to Support Teachers' Performance: A Case Study in a Private School in Dubai
No full textMiddle leadership in UAE schools is essential, serving as a bridge between senior leaders and teachers. This research highlights the crucial, often underappreciated role of middle leaders in school management and educational initiatives. Their direct interaction with teachers allows them to significantly influence teaching practices, support professional development, and enhance student outcomes. Empowering middle leaders is key to driving sustainable school improvement and fostering a positive learning environment. Conducted in a private school in Dubai, UAE, this study involved 100 educators and 12 middle leaders, selected for its diverse educational environment and emphasis on middle leadership. Using a mixed-methods approach with surveys and semi-structured questionnaires, the research identifies significant challenges faced by educators. The findings underscore the need for targeted professional development and initiatives aimed at empowerment, nurturing, and accountability among middle leaders. The study explores the impact of senior leaders' empowerment on middle leaders, enhancing teacher effectiveness and the learning environment. It assesses the effectiveness of senior leaders in empowering middle leaders through training, support, and mentorship, and investigates teachers' perceptions of middle leaders' contributions. The study aims to fill gaps in existing research by examining the relationships between middle leadership empowerment and senior leadership-supported development, revealing mechanisms through which middle leaders positively influence teacher effectiveness. The research identifies best practices for empowering middle leaders and enhancing their impact on teacher performance. While the study's focus on a single school in Dubai limits its generalisability, it provides valuable insights and a foundation for future research in broader educational contexts
A Benefits Management Strategic Decision-Making Framework for Transport Infrastructure Planning: The Case of Abu Dhabi
No full textThis research presents a strategic decision-making framework for benefits management, designed for transport practitioners in Abu Dhabi. The framework aims to foster accountability and provide a structured approach for achieving both short- and long-term benefits from the initial stages of transport infrastructure project planning. Key variables in infrastructure projects, including project characteristics, lifecycle, and anticipated benefits, are examined in the literature review, supported by relevant references. A quantitative research method was used, with a sample of 374 qualified respondents, to explore the dynamics of transport infrastructure projects. Data analysis involved descriptive statistics, reliability tests, correlation analysis, and regression analysis, ensuring the research's validity and reliability. The formulated model was further verified through interviews and validation questionnaires. This study contributes to the field through three main insights: (1) it documents recent advancements in infrastructure planning in Abu Dhabi, (2) it addresses a gap in the development of decision-making frameworks specific to transport infrastructure projects, and (3) it proposes a strategic framework that comprises of end-to-end process determinants, performance measures and key tracking metrics. The proposed framework is intended to support sustainable and environmentally friendly transport system planning in Abu Dhabi, aligning local practices with global standards. Its implementation is expected to enhance transport infrastructure planning in Abu Dhabi, contributing to sustainable development and improved project outcomes.
Keywords: Transport infrastructures project, Infrastructure project characteristic, Project lifecycle, Strategic decision- making framework, Abu Dhabi, Benefits management
Status and Trends of STEM Education in Highly Competitive Countries: Country Reports and International Comparison
No full textCanada is at various crossroads and one of these is STEM education. The Ca
nadian government anticipates that STEM will be a catalyst for economic and
cultural change. After a decade of federal policies and funds for STEM educa
tion, there is little to show in K-12 schools and teacher education programs.
The vast majority of non-profit, private sector, and professional society policy
recommendations reinforce the federal government’s lead. This chapter pro
vides a critical analysis of challenges, policies, practices, and trends in STEM
education in Canada. The chapter primarily focuses on K-12 STEM education
and teacher education and tangentially on postsecondary STEM education.
The analysis is presented in three sections: 1) context of STEM education in
Canada with a focus on economic and educational policies and funding trends;
2) trends in frameworks and systems of K-12 STEM education and STEM
teacher education; and 3) oversights of engineering and technology in STEM
education practice and policy across Canada. For instance, five provinces and
two territories do not have technology course requirements for graduation
from high school. None of the provinces and territories have an engineering
requirement. Integrative STEM education, a potential catalyst recommended
by a range of researchers and teachers across the world, has also not had much
influence on K-12 schools and teacher education in Canada. Perhaps Indig
enous ways of holistic learning and integrative STEM will influence necessary
changes. Iterations on STEM, such as STEAM, STEEM, and STEM-H pro
vide additional challenges across the educational system in Canada. There is
a profound sense that STEM education has to change but there are also long
standing disagreements over the how, what, and why of necessary changes.
Through critical analysis, this chapter provides insights into key issues and
trends in STEM education in Canada to facilitate potential changes
استكشاف تنفيذ سياسة التعليم الشامل في مدارس الشراكات التعليمية في أبو ظبي
No full textInclusive education is considered a fundamental component of education that ensures that that every student, regardless of their unique characteristics or challenges, gains unfettered access to quality education and is empowered to participate fully in society. This research aims to examine the effectiveness of the implementation of inclusive education policy in charter schools in Abu Dhabi. Grounded in the principles of social constructivism and inclusive education theory. This research adopts a qualitative approach that uses semi-structured interviews, focus group discussions, and document analysis to generate data. Participants were principals of charter schools, special education teachers, operational inclusion managers, heads of inclusion, special education coordinators (SENCOs), and parents of students with special needs. The findings indicate that the implementation of policy measures is often miles apart from the policy declaration. School culture as a significant preparation area is highlighted in the study as a valuable determinant for students’ integration and non-discrimination on the grounds of their diversity. In addition, there is an appreciation of the principles of inclusive education as highlighted by special education teachers and parents, indicating a positive effect of integration foremost on the positive improvement of students’ performance and self-esteem. However, the research also reveals some significant barriers to effective implementation of the strategy, including resistance to change and scarce resources, among others. In order to support and enhance the discussion, the analysis of current policies and procedures can also help shed more light on these barriers, along with the recommendations regarding their elimination. The study concludes with action guidelines for future steps in favor of inclusive policies and practices. This includes the development of consistent political guidelines, sufficient financial and other resources, and multifaceted support facilities. Thus, by focusing on the interdependence of risks and opportunities in the context of the study, this research provides significant advancements in the development of strategies for improving access to education for all children in Abu Dhabi charter schools and strategies to improve the quality of schooling for all children
Research Based Pedagogy to Enhance Quality of Learning: A Study Among Selected Higher Education Institutions in the UAE
No full textThe present research focuses on the quality of education and relies on the teaching and learning approaches that would lead to the desired learning outcomes. The vision 2071 of education in the UAE is promoting the establishment of a researching culture and innovations. The role of universities has expanded from graduating students with a degree only, but also to obtain high skills of researching. Consequently, the government is expecting the universities to attract National and International Scholars and researchers. Research Based Pedagogy has become the teaching and learning approaches adopted by the universities and higher education institutions in the UAE. Research Based Pedagogy is referred to as a significant concept that would facilitate in creating research culture and to graduate students with high cognitive thinking order. The government of the UAE is viewing research as an investment that would enhance the quality of life and solve complex future problems. Learning research in the university would enhance, self-efficacy, critical thinking skills, analysis, synthesis, and complex cognitive skills. Accordingly, the impact on quality of learning outcomes is expected to be positive and impressive. The purpose of this study is to explore the role of Research-Based Pedagogy (RBP) in enhancing the quality of learning in Higher Education in the UAE. The study employed Mixed Methods Research Approach and Concurrent Triangulation design to collect and analyze the data. For qualitative data collection, sampling selection was purposely implemented in this study. Semi-structured interviews were conducted to explore the opinions of six faculty members (N=6) working, and teaching in Higher education Institutions in the UAE on RBP. The interviewees vary on their year of experience on RBP and researching in Higher education. Thematic coding analysis was applied in data analysis. For quantitative data collection, convenient sampling was implemented for this study, the questionnaires were distributed to 200 (N=200) undergraduates who were studying and conducting research in selected Higher Education Institutions in the UAE. The majority of students are Emirati who are studying and conducting research as part of their learning. One institution is the federal government and another one is semi-government, and both are research-based universities. Findings from the questionnaire of 200 students (N=200) revealed the influence of research-based pedagogy (studying research methods and conducting research) in higher education on students’ overall quality of learning. Some students exhibited joy while conducting research, others referred to their success to their instructor’s feedback and guidance. The questionnaire results underlined that studying and conducting research for undergraduate students have an influence on their skills. Enhancing quality of learning, is defined as the engagement of students in knowledge creation, communication and establishing. In addition, students have acknowledged the importance of researching in developing the maturity of their judgment. This was demonstrated by 43 % who strongly believe in the influence of studying and conducting research on their personal life. In another word, studying research and conducting it have helped students to value different perspectives. Furthermore, the study has also revealed that RBP has an impact on enhancing complex thinking skills such as critical and analytical skills which was demonstrated by 72%. The outcome of the study revealed that there is a common ground agreement among faculty members on the positive impact of research-based pedagogy learning and teaching on enhancing the quality of learning experiences of students. Faculty members strongly believe researching can improve decision making and are actively engaged in creating knowledge. However, there is also a concern on the seriousness of students on continuing learning through researching. The study has also revealed significant concerns of faculty on the authenticity of the research conducted by students. Faculty members’ perceptions of students are generally lower than their expectations based on their experience with their students and the number of years they have been teaching research or supervising students' research papers. The study outcome of this dissertation will help the decision makers to understand the current practice of research-based pedagogy on learning and its quality in the Higher Education institutions. Consequently, further plans and policies can be determined to create an excellent educational hub for researchers in the UAE. Furthermore, to evaluate the tools and learning experiences of undergraduates on researching and areas of improvements
The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Commercial Arbitration
No full textArtificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming increasingly integral to various sectors globally, with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) demonstrating notable interest and investment in this field. This dissertation explores the convergence of AI and commercial arbitration, recognising the transformative potential it holds for enhancing efficiency, reducing costs, and improving accessibility in dispute resolution. By utilising AI technologies such as predictive analytics and natural language processing, commercial arbitration processes can be streamlined and expedited, while ensuring objectivity and accuracy. However, ethical considerations regarding privacy and bias must be carefully addressed to maintain the integrity of arbitration proceedings. This study aims to investigate the implications of AI integration in commercial arbitration, providing insights into its theoretical and practical significance, identifying challenges, and proposing regulatory frameworks to guide its responsible implementation. Through a comprehensive analysis, it seeks to understand the evolving relationship between AI and commercial arbitration in the UAE, predicting future trends and offering recommendations for enhancing arbitration practices in the digital age
The Influence of Inclusive Leadership on Student Achievement in Dubai Schools from Inclusion Leaders’ Perspectives
No full textInclusive leadership significantly contributes to the success of the school community, so it reflects positively on overall school dynamics by implementing practices so that all learners, including students with disabilities and special education conditions, have equal prospects for academic success. However, despite the recognition of the importance of inclusive practices, there is a need to understand how inclusive leadership specifically influence students’ achievement. This paper focuses on understanding how inclusive leadership influence students’ academic achievements and its overall impact on school dynamics. Based on two Ministry of Education private schools in Dubai, the paper utilises a qualitative research approach in which in-depth semi-structured interviews were conducted with two heads of inclusion from different private schools in Dubai. Participants were purposively selected based on their expertise and experience in leading inclusive initiatives within their respective schools. Data collected from interviews was analyzed thematically. The finding shows that inclusive leadership plays an important role in promoting student achievement, in addition to fostering inclusivity in educational settings
Strategic Management Approaches for Sustainable Handling of Construction and Demolition Wastes Through a Q-Rung Orthopair Probabilistic Hesitant Fuzzy Set Decision Model
No full textSustainable management of construction and demolition wastes (CDWs) has become a pressing global issue in social, environmental, and economic contexts, involving complex technological, engineering, management, and regulatory challenges. Recently, many CDW management strategies have been developed based on the barrier attributes of reuse distribution. However, no strategy can simultaneously address all barrier attributes of reuse distribution. Furthermore, no research has assessed and modelled the identified CDW management strategies to determine optimality. On this basis, the presence of multiple barrier attributes, varying attribute priority, and a wide range of data allow for the modelling of CDW management strategies under complex multiple-attribute decision-making problems.
This study develops the fuzzy-weighted zero inconsistency (FWZIC) and fuzzy decision by opinion score method (FDOSM)-based multiplicative multiple objective optimizations by ratio analysis (MULTIMOORA) with the q-rung orthopair probabilistic hesitant fuzzy set (q-ROPHFS) to address this problem. The developed q-ROPHFS–FWZIC method prioritized and weighed the main and sub-barrier attributes of reuse distribution in CDW management strategies. The developed q-ROPHFS–FDOSM is used to score the CDW management strategies. Then, the MULTIMOORA method is used to model 51 CDW management strategies to determine the optimum one. Results showed that Strategy46 modelled first in six q values because it had the most essential attributes (i.e. cost, market, value-for-money, experience, infrastructure, management, risk, and trust). Strategy17 and Strategy20 are the least sustainable strategies because they had only one attribute (i.e. experience). Sensitivity analysis, systematic modelling, and comparison analysis are conducted to validate and evaluate the stability and robustness of the proposed methods. The implications of this study would likely benefit a variety of stakeholders involved in the construction industry, including construction companies, architects, engineers, policymakers, and members of the public
Revealing the Adoption Factors of Electric Vehicles in Dubai
No full textElectric vehicles (EVs) have gained interest in the last decades, as a significant amount of people in Dubai depend on private vehicles. Hence, it is critical to consider public views regarding environmental concerns in the transportation industry. There were many factors related to the adoption of EVs, and this study specifically investigates the impact of economic factors, performance, and charging infrastructure on the willingness to adopt EVs. The study utilises a quantitative approach by conducting survey, and the structure of the questionnaire included three main components: the provision of background information on the participants, their perspectives on the factors influencing the purchase of EVs, and their general level of knowledge and awareness. The main objective is to identify the factors influencing consumer behaviour towards EV adoption in Dubai. By using descriptive statistics, correlation analysis, and regression analysis, our findings indicate a significant association between the willingness to adopt EVs and several factors, including the performance characteristics and economic cost. Surprisingly, the research fails to provide enough evidence to prove the claim that the sufficient availability of charging infrastructure has a positive impact on the willingness to adopt EVs. This research provides significant insights into the dynamics of EV adoption in Dubai. It also offers strategic recommendations for policymakers and stakeholders to prioritise their focus on efforts that lead to encourage sustainable transportation practices and decrease carbon emissions in urban areas