Overview of the HCT - Higher Colleges of Technology

20 H I G H E R C O L L E G E S O F T E C H N O L O G YEducational and Academic SettingThe Learning Modelinformation from a variety of sources.HCT Catalogue 2010/2011 Overview of the HCTThe UAE government is committed to 21st centurynation-building through the provision of cutting edgeeducation to all Nationals who want to develop theirpotential.The HCT aims to be a key educational pillar on whichthe modern nation is built. The HCT learning model isa strategic framework through which the HCT missionis attained.The learning model provides a framework within whichHCT students receive their education. The model isconsistent with the HCT mission and offers a means bywhich the HCT mission is attained.The HCT Learning Model is based on the followingprofessional values:Innovative practiceContinuous improvementProfessional integrityEfficiency and effectivenessResponsiveness to the needs of stakeholders.It sets standards for the design of curricula, givesprinciples which should be followed in learning andteaching, and guidelines for assessment within theHCT.The learning model defines the HCT’s educational philosophyand identifies eight graduate outcomes:Graduate Outcome One: Communication andinformation literacyAccording to their credential, HCT graduates demonstratean appropriate level of competence in:communicating information, opinions, conceptsand ideas effectively in English through thespoken and written mediums to a variety ofaudiences;selecting, understanding, evaluating and makingeffective use of information from a variety ofsources presented in both spoken and writtenform in English; andacting ethically in the use and presentation ofGraduate Outcome Two: Critical and creativethinkingAccording to their credential, HCT graduates demonstratean appropriate level of competence in:evaluating and analyzing knowledge andinformation;identifying and understanding problems; anddemonstrating creativity and innovation inproblem-solving.Graduate Outcome Three: Global awarenessand citizenshipAccording to their credential, HCT graduates demonstratean appropriate level of competence in:recognizing and analyzing ethical dilemmas, andpracticing ethical decision-making;recognizing and analyzing the issues affecting thelocal, regional and global environment; andrecognizing and analyzing the interrelationsbetween local, regional and global contexts andcultures.Graduate Outcome Four: TechnologicalliteracyAccording to their credential, HCT graduates demonstratean appropriate level of competence in:recognizing the influence of technology uponindividuals and society;using technology to perform effectively in theirpersonal and professional lives and actingethically when using technology.Graduate Outcome Five: Self-managementand independent learningAccording to their credential, HCT graduates demonstratean appropriate level of competence in:reflecting on and evaluating their own learning;working independently; anddemonstrating a positive work attitude andeffective work habits.20HCT Catalogue | 2010/2011