The Application of a Western-Based Technology Model in Schools of Developing Countries: A Case Study of the United Arab Emirates

Tofi Rahal, Zayed University

Document Type

Conference Proceeding

Source of Publication

Proceedings of SITE 2004--Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference

Publication Date

1-1-2004

Abstract

As the world increasingly shifts toward globalization, constructive collaboration in exchanging ideas and expertise is becoming a necessity. Any western venture in developing countries, whether in education or other fields, must take into consideration the local social fabric of the host country. This paper aims at presenting a case study on the introduction of an American-based education technology program in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). This undertaking is a part of a 4-year project of school reform for grades K – 12. As the process of planning and implementation unfold serious challenges emerged. Local conditions and circumstances are very different from those prevailing in the US. Nonetheless, the work progressed to produce a comprehensive strategic plan, which was highly praised by the Minister Council and other important sectors of the UAE educational field.

ISBN

978-1-880094-52-5

Publisher

Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE)

Volume

2004

First Page

1514

Last Page

1515

Disciplines

Education

Keywords

Educational Technology, Social Studies

Indexed in Scopus

no

Open Access

yes

Open Access Type

Bronze: This publication is openly available on the publisher’s website but without an open license

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