Achieving the Promise of a First-Rate Education: The UAE’s Attempt at Transforming Education Through the Lens of the Leadership for Learning Theoretical Framework

Author First name, Last name, Institution

Frederic E. Conde, Zayed UniversityFollow

Document Type

Book Chapter

Source of Publication

Handbook of Research on Teacher Education

Publication Date

7-8-2022

Abstract

This chapter presents a synopsis of what’s happening in the UAEUnited Arab Emirates to improve the quality of education through the lens of the LeadershipLeadership for Learning Framework’s five action area. Specifically, our research placed emphasis on the approach the UAE has taken by highlighting its strategic direction using a theoretical framework and citing programs aligned with the intended direction. The key components offer opportunities for comparison in the area leadershipLeadership, systemic alignments, strategy, sustainability, and prospects for strong collaborative work. The goal is not to enter in a program evaluation but rather to determine if the reform initiatives are anchored to a framework that has a proven research value.

ISBN

9789811924002

Publisher

Springer Nature Singapore

First Page

375

Last Page

393

Disciplines

Education

Keywords

Leadership, United Arab Emirates, National identity, Supporting practice, Learning communities

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no

Open Access

no

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