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School of Education

Education is at the core of everything we do. At AUD, we have a commitment to providing the region with informed and passionate educators.

Dean’s Message

Welcome to our website! At AUD’s School of Education, we believe in the transformative power of education to change lives and strengthen societies. Embodied in this belief is a core value that echoes throughout our programs: teaching and learning through relationships. Research shows that strong relationships between and among faculty, students and staff can positively influence motivation and curiosity—leading to personal growth and academic success at every level of education.

With this in mind, we work with each M.Ed. candidate as an individual with unique talents, professional interests and career dreams. Today, our alumni apply their knowledge and skills as educators in various fields as classroom teachers, subject coordinators, curriculum developers, school administrators, university lecturers, corporate trainers, and entrepreneurs.

Selecting a graduate school is an important decision, so we invite you to come and meet our students and visit with faculty. See for yourself how AUD’s School of Education can help guide you on a successful career path with the tools you will need to make a positive difference—in life and in learning.

Dr. Nadera Alborno
Dean of the School of Education and Professor of Education
Dr. Nadera Alborno
Biography


Overview

The School Education at AUD is committed to advancing the field of education through innovative teaching, research, and community engagement. Our programs are designed to meet the evolving needs of the region by preparing educators whom are not only highly qualified but also deeply passionate about fostering inclusive and equitable learning environments. As a profession of the mind and heart, it is our aim to attract and retain the brightest graduates, because all children deserve no less.

We offer a Master of Education (M.Ed.) degree with specializations in Elementary, Secondary, and Inclusive Education, designed to cultivate the next generation of educational leaders. These programs are tailored to equip educators with pedagogical expertise, technological proficiency, and cultural competence required to address the diverse needs of learners in the 21st century.

By integrating theory with practice, our graduates are prepared to lead with confidence, creativity, and compassion in a variety of educational settings.

Programs

Faculty and Staff

Dean of the School of Education and Professor of Education
Nadera AlBorno
Biography
Assistant Professor of Education
Mary Chandy Vayaliparampil
Biography
Associate Professor of Education
Fariha Hayat Salman
Biography
Associate Professor of Education
Nader Ayish
Biography
Administrative Assistant - School of Education
Ilaha Mustafa Manick
Biography
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Class of 2023

Jocelin Hattar
Subject Leader - Mathematics at Al Khaleej International School

I learned that communication is the key to building relationships and learning more about a person and culture.

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Class of 2023

Jude Yasin
Ed.D. Candidate at Rutgers University

The M.Ed. Program supported my career shift into teaching, enriched my hands-on experience and ensured my work-life balance through flexibility.

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Class of 1

Fatma AlJassim
Disability Inclusion and Accessibility Consultant

Embarking on the M.Ed program at AUD is a journey of self-discovery. The program is uniquely designed to empower every person to pave their own way in life.

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Class of 2020

Corinne Martin
Head of Art Department at GEMS Education

I am blessed for the experiences I gained at AUD which prepared me to take a leadership role as Head of the Art Department and Advanced Placement Art teacher.

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Class of 2018

Lara Chouman
Director of Teaching and Development - Liwa Education

The M.Ed. program at the American University in Dubai was an eye-opener, helped me grow, and expanded my views on diversity and positive education.

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Class of 2015

Wissam Malaeb
School Director - The International School of Choueifat Sharjah

The program at AUD taught me to think constructively and critically about the quality of education. The courses are carefully planned to offer a deep and thorough understanding of what it means to be a 21st century educator.

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Class of 2018

Dana Daadouch

After earning my M. Ed., I was promoted from a kindergarten teacher to the head of the infants’ department at my school.

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Class of 2017

Pranti Zaveri

The M.Ed. program is more than a degree! It has transformed me into the educator I am today. At AUD, I learned to believe in myself and to live life with confidence.

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