Back
17
May
Registration and Networking
8:00 am - 8:30 am
Main Reception - Safa British School

17
May
Opening Ceremony and Keynote Speakers
8:30 am - 9:30 am

Welcoming Remarks & IntroductionAshraf SharafFounder – Dubai Teaching Conference Opening AddressMr. Brian HorwellPrincipal, Safa British School Keynote 1The Future of Education – Through the...

17
May
17
May
AI in Education – Discussion Panel
9:40 am - 10:30 am
First Floor - Safa British School

17
May
Women in Education – Discussion Panel
9:40 am - 10:30 am
2nd Floor - Safa British School

Moderator:  Zoubiya Ahmed Zoubiya Ahmed brings over two decades of high-impact education sector experience and a distinguished track record of transforming educational provision at...

17
May
Students Workshop 1 – Reimagining Learning: Student Strategies for the Modern Classroom.
10:50 am - 11:40 am
Room 1 - First Floor

A talented group of students from Dubai Scholars Private School This interactive, student-led workshop invites high school educators to explore effective teaching strategies through...

17
May
نظرية المعرفة في الصف الدراسي: مدخل لتعويض الفاقد وتحفيز التعلم – Dr Maged Abdallah
10:50 am - 11:40 am
Room 19 - 3rd Floor

تقدم هذه الورشة مدخلًا عمليًا  لمساعدة المعلمين في معالجة التحديات التعليمية لدى الطلاب، وتعويض الفاقد التعليمي بخطوات منهجية تسهم في تطوير التحصيل والتقدم الدراسي...

17
May
Students Workshop 2 – From the Learner’s Lens: Strategies That Make a Difference
10:50 am - 11:40 am
Room 2 - First Floor

A talented group of students from American School of Creative Science will lead an interactive workshop for teachers and school leaders, offering authentic insight...

17
May
Students Workshop 3 – AI for Autism Empowermen
10:50 am - 11:40 am
Room 3 - First Floor

Artificial Intelligence is transforming education by providing personalized support for students. Artificial intelligence can be used to support students on the autism spectrum, where...

17
May
Students Workshop 4 – “Future Ready Classrooms: Bringing Case-Based Learning into Schools”
10:50 am - 11:40 am
Room 4 - First Floor

In this workshop, participants will discover how case-based learning — a strong approach employed by top universities such as Harvard — can revolutionize school education....

17
May
توظيف الاختبارات المعيارية والمرجعية في تحسين جودة التعليم: الفهم، التطبيق، والتحليل الفعّال للنتائج – Dr. Hassan Kassem
10:50 am - 11:40 am
Room 1 - 1st Floor

  تعتبر الاختبارات المعيارية والمرجعية ومحكية المرجع أدوات رئيسية في تقييم أداء الطلاب، حيث توفر بيانات دقيقة حول مستوى التحصيل الدراسي ومدى تحقيق الأهداف...

17
May
Applying Thinking Skills Through Learning Stations in Arabic Language Lessons – Motasem Abdallah
10:50 am - 11:40 am
Room 25 - 3rd floor

This training course aims to equip teachers with effective strategies to implement various thinking skills in the classroom through the learning stations approach. It...

17
May
Teaching with Impact: The Secrets to Delivering Outstanding Islamic Lessons – Youssef Mahmoud Darwish
10:50 am - 11:40 am
Room 3 - first floor

This interactive session will equip Islamic Studies teachers with practical strategies to plan and deliver engaging, effective, and student-centered lessons. From thoughtful preparation to...

17
May
Functional Grammar Lesson Plan Using Four Language Skills for Early Years – Khadijah Waeyi
10:50 am - 11:40 am

To help children use grammar structures (such as nouns, pronouns, prepositions, and noun sentences) in real-life contexts by integrating listening, speaking, reading, and writing...

17
May
Level Up EAL: Gamification Strategies for Language Success – Curtis Peter Huysamen
10:50 am - 11:40 am
Room 4 - First floor

In this dynamic session, I will explore how gamification and AI can revolutionise EAL education, making learning more engaging, accessible, and effective. Attendees will...

17
May
Leading with Heart: The Power of Vulnerability in School Leadership – Louise McGeever
10:50 am - 11:40 am
Room 16 - 2nd Floor

In the fast-paced world of education, it can feel safer to lead with certainty and authority. But what if our greatest impact came from...

17
May
Towards a school leadership that makes a difference: Continuous Growth – Deep Collaboration – Renewed Innovation – Dr Mohamed Ali
10:50 am - 11:40 am

In terms of the rapid changes in the educational environment, ranging from shifts in students’ needs, teachers’ skills and roles, curricula, and teaching and...

17
May
The Talking Classroom in Arabic and Islamic Education – Moustafa Saad
10:50 am - 11:40 am
Room 19 - 3rd Floor

Key Learning Outcomes: Understand the role of oracy in promoting deeper thinking, engagement, and inclusive participation across all subjects. Learn practical strategies to plan...

17
May
Next-Gen Assessment: Moving Beyond Standardized Tests – Mohamed Abdelshafy Abouria
10:50 am - 11:40 am
Room 5 - First Floor

In this session, Next-Gen Assessment: Moving Beyond Standardized Tests, we will explore innovative approaches to evaluating student learning that go beyond traditional standardized testing....

17
May
تقييم وتطوير مهارة الكتابة في برنامج الدبلوما الدولية – Khaled Aboelwafa Abdelhafez
10:50 am - 11:40 am
Room 6 - First Floor

تهدف هذه الورشة إلى تمكين معلمي اللغة العربية في برنامج الدبلومة الدولية من تطوير أدواتهم في تقييم مهارة الكتابة وتعزيزها لدى الطلاب، بما يتماشى...

17
May
Empowering Students Through Differentiation – Sundas Faraz
10:50 am - 11:40 am
Room 7 - 2nd Floor

In today’s diverse classrooms, meeting the unique needs of every student is essential for fostering engagement and success. This interactive workshop will explore effective...

17
May
Mastering Engagement: Crafting Interactive Lessons with Edpuzzle for Maximum Impact – Victoria James
10:50 am - 11:40 am
Room 9 - 2nd Floor

Dive into personalized learning techniques using Edpuzzle, boosting student engagement, motivation and learning outcomes, and explore advanced features, like branching questions and data analytics,...

17
May
The Power of Positive Education in Arabic and Islamic Lessons – Dr Momtaz Ahmed
10:50 am - 11:40 am
Room 11 - 2nd Floor

In this session, The Power of Positive Education in Arabic and Islamic Lessons, we will explore how to integrate positive education principles into Arabic...

17
May
Emotional Intelligence in Middle Leadership – A Goleman Model Approach (Session in Arabic) – Walaa Elsayed
10:50 am - 11:40 am
Room 12 - 2nd Floor

This training explores how middle leaders can develop and apply Goleman’s five components of EI—Self-Awareness, Self-Regulation, Motivation, Empathy, and Social Skills—to lead with confidence,...

17
May
Redrafting for Success: Rethinking marking to maximise Student Progress – Doric Sinclair
10:50 am - 11:40 am
Room 13 - 2nd Floor

This session explores effective strategies for assessing and monitoring student progress with a focus on redrafting and feedback over traditional book marking. Teachers will...

17
May
Student assessment outside the classroom through artificial intelligence applications – Mohammed Mashaan Obaid
10:50 am - 11:40 am
Room 14 - 2nd Floor

Explaining how we rely on artificial intelligence to evaluate the activities that students do in their lives outside of school and how they apply...

17
May
Amplifying Student Voice: Empowering Learners Through Authentic Engagement – Emma Labadie
10:50 am - 11:40 am
Room 22 - 3rd Floor

In an era where student agency is key to engagement and achievement, this session explores strategies to embed student voice in the English classroom...

17
May
Leading Change: Practical Approaches & Contextual Challenges – Michael Norton
10:50 am - 11:40 am
Room 5 - first Floor

This session is designed for both senior and middle leaders who may have secured a promotion, or leaders who find themselves in a new...

17
May
AI in Action: Practical Tools for the Primary Classroom – Caitlin Campbell
10:50 am - 11:40 am
Room 1 - First Floor

In this session, we will explore how AI-powered programs can gamify lessons, boost student engagement, and enable teachers to use real-time data analysis to...

17
May
مسارات عملية للتطوير المهني والتدريب لمعلمي وقيادات المواد الوزارية – Ashraf Sharaf
11:50 am - 12:40 pm
Auditorium - First Floor

ورشة تفاعلية مخصصة لمعلمي وقادة المواد الوزارية (اللغة العربية، التربية الإسلامية، الدراسات الاجتماعية، والتربية الأخلاقية) في دولة الإمارات تركز على مسارات عملية للتطوير المهني...

17
May
التقييم الذكي: مستويات عمق المعرفة ودورها في تعزيز جودة التعلم – Dr Mahmoud Bakry
11:50 am - 12:40 pm
Room 1 - First Floor

في ظل التوجهات الحديثة نحو تطوير التعليم وتعزيز التفكير الناقد والإبداعي لدى الطلاب، تأتي هذه الورشة لتسليط الضوء على مستويات عمق المعرفة وفق نموذج...

17
May
Making Words Stick – Engaging and Explicit Vocabulary Instructions – Hiba Balouza
11:50 am - 12:40 pm
Room 2 - First Floor

Are you looking for effective strategies to help students retain and apply new vocabulary? Do you want to move beyond memorization and create meaningful,...

17
May
How Leaders Can Improve Wellbeing in Dubai Schools – Dina Elemam
11:50 am - 12:40 pm
Room 3 - First floor

This interactive session explores the vital role school leaders play in promoting wellbeing across their school communities. Focusing on the context of Dubai’s diverse...

17
May
Innovative teaching harnessing the power of Technology in Education – Dr Marwa Ali Mahaia
11:50 am - 12:40 pm
Room 4 - First Floor

In this workshop, educators will look at how technology has transformed modern teaching and learning.  With the tremendous improvements in digital tools, the education...

17
May
The Transdisciplinary Approach – Fatima Hussein
11:50 am - 12:40 pm
Room 5 - First Floor

Transdisciplinarity is all about offering students a broad, balanced, conceptual and connected learning experience. It is an approach that supports symbiotic relationship between the...

17
May
Enhancing Student Writing – Strategies for Clarity and Creativity – Magdi Hafez Ahmed
11:50 am - 12:40 pm
Room 6 - First Floor

In my session, Enhancing Student Writing -Strategies for Clarity and Creativity, I will share practical techniques to help students develop clear, coherent, and engaging...

17
May
Enhancing Literary Understanding and Analytical Skills Through Literary-Based Curriculum Mapping – Maram Qaddomi
11:50 am - 12:40 pm

In a rapidly evolving educational landscape, fostering deep literary understanding and strong analytical skills is essential for student success. This session explores how literary-based...

17
May
Harnessing Technology and Innovation to Empower Future-Ready Classrooms – Keagen Marimuthu
11:50 am - 12:40 pm
Room 9 - 2nd Floor

In an ever-evolving educational landscape, technology and innovation are no longer optional — they are essential tools for fostering future-ready classrooms. This session will...

17
May
How to get started with AI in your school – Philip Long   
11:50 am - 12:40 pm
Room 8 - 2nd Floor

AI is already transforming education but many schools are still asking how to begin. This practical and empowering session will guide school leaders, EdTech...

17
May
The Six Thinking Hats – Amal Khanfar 
11:50 am - 12:40 pm
Room 10 - 2nd Floor

This dynamic workshop introduces educators to Six Thinking Hats, a powerful and practical tool for developing students’ critical thinking, creativity, and collaborative decision-making skills....

17
May
Arabic Language Between Authenticity and Innovation: How to Nurture a Fluent and Creative Generation? – Wafaa Al Atwani
11:50 am - 12:40 pm
Room 11 - 2nd Floor

The Arabic language faces significant challenges in today’s rapidly evolving educational landscape. How can we teach Arabic in a way that balances authenticity with...

17
May
The Relationship Between the Development of Thinking and Habits of mind – Dr Mona AL Hammoud
11:50 am - 12:40 pm
Room 12 - 2nd Floor

العلاقة بين تنمية التفكير وعادات العق. تتصل تنمية التفكير وعادات العقل ببعضهما البعض بشكل وثيق، حيث تتكامل لتحسين العمليات العقلية وتطوير القدرات الفكرية للأفراد....

17
May
Creativity in Education – Ridhi Sachdeva
11:50 am - 12:40 pm
Room 13 - 2nd Floor

Creativity is an attitude towards life. Creativity can be defined as an act or process that supports novelty, constant change in our daily lives...

17
May
Transforming Learning with Creativity & High-Impact Strategies – Aparna Rajan & Sana Hussaini
11:50 am - 12:40 pm
Room 14 - 2nd Floor

Every classroom is a dynamic mix of unique minds—some eager, some hesitant, and some still finding their way. As educators, our goal extends beyond...

17
May
Empowering Educators: The Role of Professionalism and Reflective Practice in Modern Education – Zeinab Koaik
11:50 am - 12:40 pm
Room 15 - 2nd Floor

This session explores the critical role of professionalism and reflective practice in enhancing teaching effectiveness. Drawing from research by Hargreaves, Evans, and Biesta, the...

17
May
ClassPoint in Action: Elevate Your Teaching with New PowerPoint Technology – Christopher Costello
11:50 am - 12:40 pm
Room 16 - 2nd Floor

Discover how to transform your teaching and captivate your students with ClassPoint, an innovative tool that seamlessly integrates with PowerPoint to bring your lessons...

17
May
A New Approach to Assessing Dictation Skills – منحى جديد لتقييم مهارة الإملاء – Ahmed Aref
11:50 am - 12:40 pm
Room 16 - 2nd Floor

This session explores a transformative approach to assessing Arabic dictation skills beyond traditional memorisation-based testing. Led by Ahmed Aref, Head of Arabic and Islamic...

17
May
Empowering Young Innovators: Integrating Entrepreneurial Skills in e-STEAM through the PYP Lens – Shaimaa Karara & Muna Assad 
11:50 am - 12:50 pm
Room 17 - 3rd Floor

This dynamic professional development session, “Empowering Young Innovators: Integrating Entrepreneurial Skills in e-STEAM through the PYP Lens”, is designed to help PYP and non-PYP...

17
May
العبء المعرفي في حصة اللغة العربية للناطقين بغيرها- التحديات والحلول – Ahmed Abdelwahab 
11:50 am - 12:40 pm
Room 18 - 3rd Floor

Learning Arabic can be overwhelming for non native speakers. In this workshop, we explore the concept of cognitive load in Arabic lessons and uncover...

17
May
The Impact of Language Transition on Student Confidence Through Play-Based Learning in Multinational Classrooms in Dubai – Menat Essawy
11:50 am - 12:40 pm

In this session, I will share practical strategies and insights from my research on how play-based learning can support language development and boost student...

17
May
Immersion, Identity & Inquiry: Supporting Arabic Language Development Through Curiosity-Driven Environments in EYFS – Fiona McDermott
11:50 am - 12:40 pm
Room 15 - 2nd Floor

This session explores how child-led, curiosity-driven early years environments can support Arabic language immersion. Drawing on recent school-based research into language development for multilingual...

17
May
نحو طالب متحدث ومفكر- استكشف استراتيجية الهاركنس في تعليم العربية للناطقين بغيرها- – لطلبة المرحلة الثانوية – Rasha Mahdy
11:50 am - 12:40 pm
Room 23 - 3rd Floor

ندعوكم لحضور ورشة تفاعلية مميزة حول استراتيجية الهاركنس في تعليم العربية للناطقين بغيرها في المرحلة الثانوية، والتي تضع الطالب في قلب العملية التعليمية من...

17
May
بناء ثقافة التفكير: استراتيجيات مبتكرة في حصص التربية الإسلامية – Areej Khalil
1:00 pm - 1:50 pm
Room 23 - 3rd Floor

تقدّم هذه الجلسة استراتيجيات عملية تساعد المعلمين على تعزيز التفكير العميق، والتأمل، والمشاركة النشطة للطلبة في دروس التربية الإسلامية. تهدف الجلسة إلى نقل التعلم...

17
May
Leading with Impact: Practical Strategies for New and Aspiring Leaders – Rasha Galal Elsaid
1:00 pm - 1:50 pm
Room 22 - 3rd Floor

This session is tailored for new, aspiring, or middle leaders across all subject areas who are eager to make a meaningful impact in their...

17
May
The Power of Language Exposure in Arabic Teaching – Rajwah Saleh
1:00 pm - 1:50 pm
Room 21 - 3rd Floor

Discover how intentional exposure, paired with a strong phonics foundation, can transform Arabic learning—especially for non-native speakers. This workshop explores how repeated, meaningful encounters...

17
May
Harkness: An Innovative Approach to Enhancing Linguistic Fluency (Oracy) in Teaching Arabic to Native and Non-Native Speakers – Dr Ayman Moussa 
1:00 pm - 1:50 pm
Room 20 - 3rd Floor

The workshop addresses the challenges faced by Arabic language teachers—both for native and non-native speakers—in developing students’ speaking skills. It explores the reasons behind...

17
May
Islamic Education: Sharing Best Practices and Addressing Common Challenges – Sarah Ahmed 
1:00 pm - 1:50 pm
Room 19 - 3rd Floor

This interactive workshop invites Islamic educators to reflect, share, and collaborate on best practices that strengthen teaching and learning in Islamic Studies. Drawing from...

17
May
Shifting Student Mindsets in Arabic Language Learning – Islam Deraz 
1:00 pm - 1:50 pm
Room 18 - 3rd Floor

The most important two questions educators may have when having to teach a group of students that have no motivation to learn or think...

17
May
التخطيط والتدريس الفعال: منهجية غانييه واستراتيجيات شونك لتعزيز التعلم في بيئات تعليمية حديثة – Mohamed Essam 
1:00 pm - 1:50 pm
Room 17 - 3rd Floor

تركّز هذه الدورة التدريبية على تمكين المعلمين من تصميم دروس فعّالة باستخدام منهجية( غانييه )، التي توفر إطارًا منظّمًا للتدريس يعزز الفهم العميق والتفاعل...

17
May
The Inclusive School Award( IQM)  Developing a culture of belonging: a strategic approach to inclusion in UAE schools – Kevin O’Neill
1:00 pm - 1:50 pm
Room 16 - 2nd Floor

“Inspire Inclusion”: Kevin (Head of Education at IQM) presents a positive-enquiry approach to school improvement. This presentation will delve into the significance of all...

17
May
Uplevelling Activities and Observer Expectations – Asma Ahmed Khan
1:00 pm - 1:50 pm
Room 15 - 2nd Floor

This session focuses on enhancing the quality of classroom activities to promote deeper engagement and meaningful learning. Participants will explore strategies for designing and...

17
May
Micro vs. Macro Level of Student Voice – Chantelle Asante
1:00 pm - 1:50 pm
Room 14 - 2nd Floor

In this session, we will explore the concept of student voice from both micro and macro perspectives, examining how each level influences educational practices...

17
May
Activating Working Memory and Metacognition in Islamic Education: Strategies for Deep Learning and Retention – Ahmed Ghanem
1:00 pm - 1:50 pm
Room 13 - 2nd Floor

This interactive workshop explores evidence-based strategies to enhance working memory and metacognition in Islamic education. Participants will engage in practical, hands-on activities that strengthen...

17
May
Transformational Leadership: Inspiring and Empowering Others
1:00 pm - 1:50 pm
Room 12 - 2nd Floor

This session explores the core principles of transformational leadership and how leaders can inspire, empower, and motivate their teams to achieve excellence. Participants will...

17
May
(التدريس بذكاء: فن التوسع والربط في الدرس (إثراء التعلم
1:00 pm - 1:50 pm
Room 11 - 2nd Floor

تعتبر هذه الورشة فرصة فريدة لاستكشاف أبعاد جديدة ومبتكرة في فنون التدريس الحديثة. يهدف هذا البرنامج التدريبي إلى تعزيز القدرة على إثراء الدروس وجعلها...

17
May
التعلم القائم على المشروعات في صفوف اللغة العربية والتربية الإسلامية
1:00 pm - 1:50 pm
Room 10 - 2nd Floor

تعزيز التعلم القائم على المشروعات، حيث يعمل الطلاب على مشاريع واقعية مرتبطة باللغة العربية والتربية الإسلامية تحفز الابتكار والإبداع وتمكين عقولهم لبناء جسور بين...

17
May
AI Implementation in Schools
1:00 pm - 1:50 pm
Room 9 - 2nd Floor

We will explore the practical steps, challenges, and successful strategies involved in implementing AI within a school setting. I will share my personal journey...

17
May
كيف تصبح مدربًا مؤثرًا – Ghadeer Hawarina
1:00 pm - 1:50 pm
Room 8 - 2nd Floor

Elements and Secrets of Training: How to Become a Creative and Influential Trainer Key strategies to ensure your training leaves a lasting impact on...

17
May
Servant Leadership
1:00 pm - 1:50 pm
Room 7 - 2nd Floor

What does it mean to lead? What does it mean to serve? What servant leadership looks like and why servant leadership will take you...

17
May
Unlocking Potential: Fostering Autonomy in Learners with Learning Barriers
1:00 pm - 1:50 pm
Room 6 - First Floor

To promote independence and self-directed learning in students facing challenges in accessing the curriculum. Participants will explore various techniques to enhance student engagement, build...

17
May
The Power of Play: Turning Ordinary Objects into Extraordinary Learning Opportunities
1:00 pm - 1:50 pm
Room 5 - First Floor

In early childhood education, play is a powerful tool for learning. In this interactive session, Rahela Rajh will demonstrate how everyday household items can...

17
May
Exploring Depth of Knowledge (DOK): Unlocking Higher-Order Thinking
1:00 pm - 1:50 pm
Room 4 - First Floor

In this interactive session, we will explore Depth of Knowledge (DOK) and its role in promoting critical thinking and deeper learning. Based on Norman...

17
May
Kagan Strategies: Promoting Interactive Learning
1:00 pm - 1:50 pm
Room 3 - First Floor

This session introduces key Kagan Cooperative Learning Strategies designed to enhance student engagement, collaboration, and communication. It is tailored specifically for Arabic language teachers,...

17
May
دمج المهارات الأساسية والتعلم القائم على الاستكشاف في صفوف الروضة والصف الأول
1:00 pm - 1:50 pm
Room 2 - First Floor

هذه الجلسة تستعرض منهاج مرحلة الروضة والصف الأول، مع التركيز على دمج المهارات الأساسية والتعلم القائم على اللعب. سنناقش كيف يمكن لهذا النهج أن...

17
May
Unlocking Innovation in Islamic Education: Exploring the Islamic Treasures App
1:00 am - 1:50 am
Room 20 - 3rd Floor

This session introduces educators and school leaders to the Islamic Treasures App—a dynamic digital platform designed to enrich Islamic education in the UAE and...