Browsing Theses for Doctor of Philosophy in Education by Title
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Leadership Styles and Faculty Job Satisfaction, Moderators and Mediators, in STEM-related Fields
(The British University in Dubai (BUiD), 2017-09)A number of studies on leadership styles and job satisfaction have been conducted in higher education, but there has been less research on leadership styles in relation to faculty job satisfaction. In particular, there is ... -
Leadership Styles of Principals and Job Satisfaction of Teachers in Abu Dhabi Public Schools: The Role of Organisational Commitment and National Culture
(The British University in Dubai (BUiD), 2018-04)The purpose of this study was to investigate the leadership style of principals and teachers’ job satisfaction in Abu Dhabi public schools and the relationship that exists between these variables. The study also examined ... -
Oral Reading Fluency Model: An Investigation of Reading-aloud Strategies, Assessment Methods and Factors Affecting Students’ Oral Reading Fluency in Private Schools in the UAE
(The British University in Dubai (BUiD), 2019-03)Oral reading fluency skill is considered to be the bridge to reading comprehension. However, it has been neglected in public schools in the UAE despite the fact that different theories (including behaviorism, information ... -
Parents’ Perspectives towards Transition of Children with SEND from Early Intervention to other Educational Settings
(The British University in Dubai (BUiD), 2020-01)The purpose of the study was to investigate parents’ perspectives and roles in the transition process from ECI to other educational contexts, and to understand how educational policies empower parents and support their ... -
Preparing general teachers to work in inclusive classrooms: An exploratory collective case study of two Elementary and Early Childhood (K-grade 3) teacher education programmes in the United Arab Emirates
(The British University in Dubai (BUiD), 2018-05)The issue of including students with disabilities in general schools is getting more and more attention from leadership and educational authorities in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Although initial teacher education for ... -
READINESS OF NURSING STUDENTS AND NEW NURSING GRADUATES FOR EVIDENCE-BASED PRACTICE IN THE UAE
(The British University in Dubai (BUiD), 2020-03)ABSTRACT Background: Nurses considered EBP as the golden measure to close the gap between research and clinical practice. Globally, the nurse-researchers reported the lack of EBP knowledge and low engagement of EBP ... -
The Role of Governmental Educational Institutions in Implementing Talents’ Development Programs in the UAE: An Explanatory Study
(The British University in Dubai (BUiD), 2019-11)UAE educational institutions implement gifted and talented development programs; therefore, this study was the first to examine the application of these programs in UAE schools. The main research question of the study was ... -
Striving for Excellence: An Analysis of Opportunities and Challenges in the English Language Curricula Reform in the UAE
(The British University in Dubai (BUiD), 2020-11)High school graduates with good English language proficiency are key to the UAE’s future, yet many lack the level of English required for entry into university. In response, the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge ... -
Student Wellbeing Conceptualisation and Practice: Policy Overview, Stakeholders’ Perceptions and a Proposed Evaluation Tool for UAE Private Schools
(The British University in Dubai (BUiD), 2021-06)There is a world-wide increasing interest in the study of wellbeing of children and its related practices in the context of schools. Policy efforts have also been witnessed in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to engage public ... -
A Study of the Arabic and English Composing Processes of Emirati School Students: A Socio- Cognitive Approach
(The British University in Dubai (BUiD), 2016-03)The purpose of the study was to investigate the strategies employed by Emirati school students during the composing processes of Arabic and English written performance. In addition, the study focused on the factors affecting ... -
A study of the rhetorical features and the argument structure of EAP essays by L1 & L2 students
(The British University in Dubai (BUiD), 2019-04)The purpose of this study was to identify the differences between L1 and L2 English students’ argumentative essays in terms of the rhetorical features and the argument structure. The study also aimed at exploring the current ... -
Teacher Perceptions of the New Mathematics and Science Curriculum: A Step Towards STEM Implementation in Saudi Arabia
(The British University in Dubai (BUiD), 2017-02)Universally, STEM education is one of the most growing areas in educational reform. Sadly, it has been introduced in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia without a clear description of its meaning, purpose and framework of application. ... -
A Theory of Islamic Education for Primary and Secondary Levels: Implications for Curriculum Development
(The British University in Dubai (BUiD), 2016-01)This study attempts to bridge the gap between theory and practice in the field of Islamic education. The twofold purpose of this study is to develop a theory of Islamic education as a means of strengthening the theoretical ... -
Towards Evidence-Based Practice: Investigating Attitudes, Practices and Perception of Undergraduate Physiotherapy Students at a Higher Education Institution in Abu Dhabi
(The British University in Dubai (BUiD), 2019-10)Evidence-based practice (EBP) is an essential component in health care related practices. It is crucial for all students undertaking programmes in these areas to develop appropriate attitudes, practices and perceptions to ... -
Use of mobile devices in mathematics education: A case of higher education in the United Arab Emirates
(The British University in Dubai (BUiD), 2017-09)The term mobile learning or m-learning refers to the educational practices in which portable, handheld computing devices are integrated. Such devices have powerful computation as well as networking features. Different types ... -
Views and Concerns of Vocational Educators about the Adoption of the Reformed Vocational Curriculum: A Case Study Using Concerns-Based Adoption Model
(The British University in Dubai (BUiD), 2020-02)The UAE’s education sector has been undergoing tremendous reforms, keeping abreast with an overarching vision of transforming the nation to a knowledge-based economy. These revolutionizing initiatives have revamped the ... -
Youth Empowerment Towards Social Responsibility through a Sevice Learning Program
(The British University in Dubai (BUiD), 2016-03)This study investigates student personal development and sense of social responsibility through a service-learning program in a private high school in Dubai-UAE. This study utilized a qualitative research approach with a ...