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these rapid developments, there also continue to be
several challenges in the industry, including high costs,
and the actual task of increasing student engagement
and participation.
For these reasons, the UAE Vision 2021 National
Agenda emphasizes on the development of a first-rate
education system. This will require a complete
transformation of the current education system and
teaching methodologies.
UAE Vision 2021
The national agenda aims that for universities, schools
and students to be equipped with smart systems and
devices as a basis for all teaching methods, projects and
research. The plan also emphasizes there to be
significant investments to promote enrolment in
preschools as it plays an important role in shaping
children’s personalities and their future.
Rashmi Nandkeolyar, the principal and director of DPS
Dubai, said: “Education is an important pillar of the UAE
National Vision. Our school’s program is in sync with the
UAE’s national agenda. Being part of an education system
that is making great strides in ensuring quality in teaching
and leadership, I have witnessed the constant evolution of
the curriculum and introduction of novel learning
programs.”
She added, “The major focus of the agile education system
of this country is not only in moulding the intellect and
character of students but also in preparing them to achieve
beyond their potential by creating a world-class and
dynamic learning environment”.
Additionally, the national agenda has also set a target
for the students to rank among the best in the world in
reading, mathematics and science exams, and to have a
strong knowledge of the Arabic language. Furthermore,
the agenda also aims to elevate the rate of graduation
from secondary schools to international schools, and
for all schools to have exceptional leadership and
internationally accredited teaching staff.
Next Generation of Educators, Innovators and
Thinkers
The primary aim of education should be to prepare
students for the future. Director Rashmi Nandkeolyar
believes that schools should design their curriculum
with the end goal that aims at providing students the
opportunity to be future thinkers and innovators. There
should be an emphasis on the four Cs of the 21stcentury
skills needed to move up the career ladder –
creativity, collaboration, critical thinking and
communication. They should encourage students to
have a moral compass and embrace qualities such as
tolerance, grit and resilience.
Director General of Al Ittihad Private School Al
Mamzar, Massimiliano Caruso, believes that all learning
is social and emotional and that his school aims at
piloting a new explicit curriculum designed for students
to learn key concepts about well-being so they can live
healthy and fulfilling lives. He believes that schools
should emphasize upon inclusive education and
positive curriculum education to produce global
citizens. That is what his school has been striving for.
Rashmi Nandkeolyar added, “Schools should also drive
students to take a stand against injustice and contribute
proactively to society with a high level of civic responsibility.
Thus, schools should provide an environment which
promotes rational global thinking, metacognition, life skills,
character building and an attitude of science with a strong
moral learning.”
It is an exciting time to be studying in the UAE right
now! T R
Aditya Umale
20 February | 2021