Education & Research
From The Report: Abu Dhabi 2023
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Education and research hold pivotal roles in Abu Dhabi’s broader development effort. The emirate is committed to enhancing human capital through curriculum redesign, increased research and innovation capacities, and technology integration in the education sector.

Recent initiatives and partnerships have channelled expertise and funding into specific educational areas, bolstering Abu Dhabi’s regional and international reputation in the education sector. Advancements in technology are opening new avenues for investment and development, positioning Abu Dhabi as a global leader in education.

The emirate’s continued progress in international attainment tests reflects its ambition to contribute significantly to economic expansion by nurturing a highly skilled workforce and fostering innovation through education and research.

This chapter includes an interview with Sarah Al Amiri, Minister of State for Public Education and Advanced Technology.

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Overview

Teaching methods: A growing population and increased investment are expected to help foster a globally competitive workforce
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The education sector is central to both the UAE’s and Abu Dhabi’s development agendas, with the upskilling of human capital integral to the success of economic diversification efforts. Significant resources are being dedicated to redesigning curricula; bolstering research, development and innovation (RDI) capacities; and integrating new technologies into the sector. Structure & Oversight The Ministry of Education (MoE) is the federal body responsible for regulating the national education…

Interview

Future growth: Sarah Al Amiri, Minister of State for Public Education and Advanced Technology, on developing technology talent
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Interview: Sarah Al Amiri How can the intersection of advanced technology and public education influence economic growth? SARAH AL AMIRI: The UAE is building a digital, knowledge-based economy in line with its vision for the next 50 years. Advanced technology and education are fundamental pillars of this effort, and they are two of the government’s key priorities because of their power to transform the economy. Integrating advanced technology into public education equips students with the necessary…

Analysis

New capabilities: Efforts are under way to increase Abu Dhabi’s research capacity and establish international partnerships
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Developing strong research, development and innovation (RDI) capacities is key to Abu Dhabi’s and the UAE’s economic development and diversification efforts. In November 2019 the emirate launched the Abu Dhabi Research and Development Authority (ADRDA) under the remit of the Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK). The goal of the ADRDA is to boost research capacities throughout the emirate’s education system and synergise those efforts with the needs of the job market by collaborating…

Analysis

Patented innovation: Developments in higher education aim to boost patent filing
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In terms of the filing of international patents, 2022 was a record-breaking year, with higher education playinga significant role in driving innovation and expanding international practices regarding intellectual property (IP). The UNWorld Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) reported in February 2023 that 278,100 international patents had been filed under its Patent Cooperation Treaty globally in 2022, a 0.3% increase from 2021 andrepresenting the 13th consecutive year of…

Analysis

The metaverse in education: Building a digital landscape in institutes of higher learning
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In a bid to expand access, education is increasingly exploring the possibilities of the metaverse and extended-reality (XR) approaches. The former comprises a range of technologies that immerse users in a virtual environment. It denotes a 3D medium that combines virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) into a new digital realm, sometimes known as XR. These environments are accessed through VR headsets and are typically immersive, interactive and social. Expanding Access The world’s leading…