Education
From The Report: Dubai 2016
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As befits a vibrant, highly commercial global city, Dubai’s education sector is multi-faceted, with kindergartens, schools and universities offering public and private education drawing on best practice from around the world. Dubai is a destination of choice for many international students and teachers. The quality of its educational facilities plays a significant role in attracting professional talent to a city that is a centre of excellence and innovation in a multitude of sectors, including aviation, commerce and hospitality. Research by education advisory Altamont Group suggests that Dubai’s role as an international education centre has a significant impact on its economy, with the K-12 and higher education sector together directly contributing more than $3bn a year to the economy.

This chapter contains an interview with Hussain Al Hammadi, Minister of Education.

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As befits a vibrant, highly commercial global city, Dubai’s education sector is multi-faceted, with kindergartens, schools and universities offering public and private education drawing on best practice from around the world. The UAE has the highest number of international schools, on a strictly numerical basis, and Dubai is a destination of choice for many international students and teachers. The quality of its educational facilities plays a significant role in attracting professional talent to…

Interview

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Skills and innovation: OBG talks to Hussain Al Hammadi, Minister of Education
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Interview:Hussain Al Hammadi How is advanced technology being used in educational spaces to improve the learning environment for both staff and students? HUSSAIN AL HAMMADI: The infusion of technologies in teaching and learning is one of the primary drivers behind a successful learning environment. It provides a range of opportunities for creating new approaches to learning and helps everyone in the system fulfil their ultimate goals. The creation of interactive gateways for teachers, team…

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