scholarly journals Employee Perspectives of Working Remotely During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Ministry of Education in the United Arab Emirates

2020 ◽  
Keyword(s):  
United Arab Emirates ◽  
Ministry Of Education

scholarly journals Assessment of School Information System Utilization in the UAE Primary Schools

10.28945/3260 ◽  
2008 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ala M. Abu-Samaha ◽  
Rima Shishakly
Keyword(s):  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
United Arab Emirates ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Ministry Of Education ◽  
Educational Management ◽  
System Utilization ◽  
Initial Stage ◽  
Technical Status ◽  
Information And Communication

This paper presents an assessment of School Information Systems (SIS) Utilization in the United Arab Emirates’ (UAE) primary schools through a holistic descriptive approach that involves explaining, studying and analyzing the current technical status of the schools’ SIS. To do so, the researchers used a series of case studies (documents analysis, questionnaires and interviews) of a number of primary schools representing the educational zones of the UAE to acquire an understanding of SIS level of utilization. According to the research results, the majority of primary schools have computerized their administrative activities at different levels via the Ministry of Education’s suggested system or individually procured systems. Though, the use of Information and Communication Technologies, including SIS, is in its initial stage despite the adopted strategy by the UAE government to accelerate the effective utilization of educational management and automation technologies in the educational institutions and the Ministry of Education itself.

scholarly journals Working Remotely During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Efforts of the Ministry of Education in the United Arab Emirates

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
Rawdha AlMarar ◽  
Amani Alkhodari ◽  
Dina Y. Atia ◽  
Satti Mohamed ◽  
Raed M Shubair
Keyword(s):  
United Arab Emirates ◽  
Critical Conditions ◽  
Remote Work ◽  
Ministry Of Education ◽  
Working Practices ◽  
Traditional Manner ◽  
Shed Light ◽  
Constant Support

Following the global outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic, work is no longer being conducted in the traditional manner. This has created pressure on businesses to shift into a mode of remote working in order to avoid severe disruption. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has attempted to face challenges accompanying this crisis and explore solutions with the wise vision and constant support of its leadership. This paper examines the transition of working procedures at one of the most influential entities in the UAE; the Ministry of Education (MOE). The purpose here is to shed light on how obstacles have been turned into opportunities in order for MOE employees to continue working remotely during such critical conditions. This is illustrated by the efforts of ministry departments that were interviewed for their feedback during the study. This paper provides insights into the activation of remote work in response to sudden incidents by highlighting measurements and factors that contribute to entities’ readiness for such a transition. This study analyzes the value and originality of MOE remote working practices and their impact on the wider community.

scholarly journals Career Excellence between Leadership Roles and Achievement Motivation for Employees in the Ministry of Education in the United Arab Emirates

2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 46-96
Author(s):  
Mona Salman ◽  
Mohamed Battour
Keyword(s):  
United Arab Emirates ◽  
Achievement Motivation ◽  
Work Conditions ◽  
Leadership Roles ◽  
Ministry Of Education ◽  
Efqm Model ◽  
Government Work ◽  
Study Population ◽  
Education Award ◽  
The Impact

The study aims at finding the impact of leadership roles, achievement motivation in achieving career excellence for employees in the Ministry of Education in the UAE. To achieve the objectives of the study, the researcher used the quantitative and descriptive approach. The questionnaire was designed as a study tool. It was formulated in (5) axes, (10) paragraphs and (55) phrases, the source of which is: the model of government leadership in the UAE, the criteria for job excellence adopted in government excellence, the EFQM Model, and the achievement motivation for Mwary and McClelland. The study population consists of distinguished employees in the ministry who won three awards: Khalifa Education Award 2007, Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum for Distinguished Academic Performance in 1998, and Sharjah Award for Excellence 1995. The total population is (944) distinguished employees, and the sample represented (283) employees at a rate of (30%) of the study population. They were chosen in a random stratified method to ensure a fair and varied representation in the sample size. The results of the study showed a moderate effect closer to the high in the influence of leadership on enhancing job excellence, a higher effect of achievement and self-fulfillment motives among distinguished employees, and a high impact of the distinguished employee practices. In addition, a moderate influence of competition standards, which is attributed to the need for more realism and suitability for government work conditions in the Ministry of Education. Based on the results of the study, the researcher had a number of recommendations directed to the Ministry of Education, leaders, award departments, and distinguished winners in various categories.

A Pilot Study on the Challenges of the UAE Ministry of Education's “Advanced Science Program”

2019 ◽  
pp. 275-284
Author(s):  
Rima Shishakly ◽  
Joseph George Lutta
Keyword(s):  
Pilot Study ◽  
Empirical Study ◽  
United Arab Emirates ◽  
Gifted Students ◽  
Strategic Plan ◽  
Effective Practices ◽  
Science Program ◽  
Ministry Of Education ◽  
Advanced Science ◽  
Different Levels

The purpose of this chapter is to provide an empirical study on the plan set by the Ministry of Education (MOE) of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) named the “Strategic Plan 2017-2021.” The chapter aims to investigate the challenges that are faced specifically by the advanced science program (ASP) provided by the MOE, which was created to select Emirati elite students (ES) from different levels of education and allow them to join a fast-tracked, gifted students program. The study focuses on the current gap between the MOE strategic plan and their actual strategic practice, then recommends possible effective practices that might be adopted in order to overcome the challenges faced in achieving its goal.

Computer Assisted School Administration in the United Arab Emirates

2013 ◽  
pp. 39-51
Author(s):  
Rima Shishakly
Keyword(s):  
Information Technology ◽  
United Arab Emirates ◽  
Educational System ◽  
School Administration ◽  
Development Work ◽  
Computer Assisted ◽  
Ministry Of Education ◽  
Educational Management ◽  
Computer Center ◽  
Use Of Technology

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is a country in which the governance of education has been centralized. The use of computers for administrative applications in education reflects the approach of centralization. As an evolution, most development work is done in a centrally located computer center at the Ministry of Education. School administration in the UAE educational system has experienced a rapid computerization process. The chapter presents the ways in which the Emirates educational system is coping with this issue. A brief overview of the structure of the educational system in UAE will be presented. Subsequently, the chapter will study how Information Technology in Educational Management (ITEM) use has developed over a decade. Recently, there have been various modifications within the educational system in the UAE, specifically towards modernization and decentralization. Nonetheless, a certain maturity has been reached in using ITEM. Therefore, the chapter will attempt to monitor the significance of this alternation on the system’s implementation and use of technology.

scholarly journals The Hiring Process of Principals in Public Schools in the United Arab Emirates: Practices and Policies

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 74
Author(s):  
Fatima AlShehhi ◽  
Khadeegha Alzouebi
Keyword(s):  
Public Schools ◽  
Student Performance ◽  
United Arab Emirates ◽  
School Principals ◽  
School Principal ◽  
Reform Process ◽  
Significant Finding ◽  
Ministry Of Education ◽  
Recruitment Process ◽  
Online Application

This study aims to explore the current selection practices of school principals in the Ministry of Education in the United Arab Emirates. The study covers three main objectives: to investigate the current practices and policies regarding the recruitment of school principals in public schools in the UAE; to explore how the Ministry of Education equips school principals for leadership positions; and to survey school principals’ views on recruitment and training and their on-going professional development needs. Currently there are three main stages in the recruitment process: the first stage is to submit an online application, the second stage is the interview, and the third stage is undergoing a probation period as a school principal. A significant finding was that school principals at present are not satisfied with the current recruitment process and see it in need of change. Thus some recommendations made in this study are presented based on the research findings and school principals’ reflections and experiences. School principals felt they would benefit from more specialized training in leadership and management skills, as well as, visits to successful schools both in the United Arab Emirates and overseas. One important recommendation was to develop a new academic diploma focusing on management and leadership skills for school principals, a ‘Principalship Diploma’ which covers the fundamental core content, training and requirements for educational leadership and effective performance. School principals play an imperative role in supporting the school, staff, and student performance, and therefore it is extremely important to create a clear, transparent and effective hiring policies in order to hire the most competent, effective and best performing school principals to lead the educational reform process in the United Arab Emirates.

scholarly journals Development of the Quality Standards of the National and foreign Education of the Ministry of Education in Iraq through the comparative analysis methodology

2018 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 93-113
Author(s):  
Mohammed Hussein Thaer Abd Ali ◽  
Sulwan Hafiz Alttayiy
Keyword(s):  
United Arab Emirates ◽  
Quality Standards ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Educational Process ◽  
Ministry Of Education ◽  
Holistic View ◽  
Sustainable Community Development ◽  
Foreign Education ◽  
The Developed Countries ◽  
Quality In Education

The concept of reforming educational institutions has become essential and important issues of concern to society considering that human capital formation is the key to economic and social advancement and sustainable community development. Therefore, the reform of the educational process needs a holistic view of all aspects and areas, which goes beyond all temporary or illogical solutions, reform must be comprehensive, based on quality and quality in the various components of the educational system, so most of the developed countries have opted for Education has adopted a system of quality in reforming its educational and pedagogical systems, with the quality of education reaching the highest educational and educational levels. This research discusses the problem of Iraq in terms of applying quality in education and comparing quality standards in education with the standards of some countries (United Kingdom, United States of America, United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia) These countries were chosen as a result of their uniqueness In addition to the fact that some of them have recognized standards at the local and global level and through comparison of quality standards in Iraq with other States and the extent to which the criteria are used and to propose and update certain criteria, among the most salient conclusions (by comparing Standards show that there is a lack of coverage of all basic standards and that some standards and codes have been proposed to make them fit into the educational environment.)

Ras al Khaimah: further archaeological discoveries

Antiquity ◽  
1976 ◽  
Vol 50 (200) ◽  
pp. 216-222
Author(s):  
Beatrice De Cardi
Keyword(s):  
United Arab Emirates ◽  
The State ◽  
Focused Attention ◽  
North East ◽  
The North ◽  
History Of ◽  
The City

Ras a1 Khaimah is the most northerly of the seven states comprising the United Arab Emirates and its Ruler, H. H. Sheikh Saqr bin Mohammad al-Qasimi, is keenly interested in the history of the state and its people. Survey carried out there jointly with Dr D. B. Doe in 1968 had focused attention on the site of JuIfar which lies just north of the present town of Ras a1 Khaimah (de Cardi, 1971, 230-2). Julfar was in existence in Abbasid times and its importance as an entrep6t during the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries-the Portuguese Period-is reflected by the quantity and variety of imported wares to be found among the ruins of the city. Most of the sites discovered during the survey dated from that period but a group of cairns near Ghalilah and some long gabled graves in the Shimal area to the north-east of the date-groves behind Ras a1 Khaimah (map, FIG. I) clearly represented a more distant past.

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