UAE: Ethraa Programme Launched to Help Teachers Obtain Professional License

The Emirates College for Educational Development has launched the ‘Ethraa’ programme in UAE in collaboration with the Emirates Foundation for School Education. This initiative focuses on enhancing the skills of educators specializing in Arabic language and Islamic education.

The primary goal is to elevate the competencies of teachers in these critical subjects by providing continuous professional development. The program aims to improve the quality of instruction and equip educators with the tools necessary for excellence. It aligns with broader objectives to advance educational standards and cultivate a highly skilled teaching workforce.

The Ethraa programme in UAE emphasizes the ongoing growth and proficiency of teachers, recognizing their pivotal role in shaping the educational landscape. It targets the development of knowledge and skills in educational methods for Arabic language and Islamic education teachers, ensuring their success in the professional license exam. The program also enhances their abilities in utilizing educational technologies and multimedia, creating an innovative and interactive learning environment.

To meet the professional development needs of educators, the Ethraa programme includes training workshops focusing on specialized competencies in Arabic language and Islamic education. Dr. May Al Taee, Vice Chancellor of the Emirates College for Advanced Education, emphasizes the program’s goal to enhance teachers’ skills through strategic plans, modern educational practices, and cutting-edge research. The initiative aims to positively impact both the present and future of the national education system.

Dr. Khalifa Mubarak Al Dhaheri, Chancellor of Mohamed bin Zayed University for Humanities, affirms the university’s commitment to supporting the professional development of Arabic language and Islamic education teachers. The program aims to provide an innovative educational environment, develop teachers’ abilities in assessing students’ achievement, and strengthen specialized skills, including reading comprehension, vocabulary, and writing.

Hessa Rasheed, Acting Executive Director of the School Development Sector at ESE, highlights the Establishment’s attention to enhancing Arabic language and Islamic education teaching methods. The cooperation with ECAE’s Ethraa programme reflects a commitment to continuous efforts in developing educators’ skills and keeping them updated with the latest educational methods, ultimately improving the quality of educational outcomes.

The Ethraa programme is grounded in experiential learning and learning-by-doing principles, focusing on enhancing teachers’ professional knowledge, skills, and practices. The training program adopts an experimental learning approach, providing practical application opportunities and reinforcing linguistic and educational skills. It offers two specific tracks – the educational track supporting teachers of Islamic education and the specialized track targeting Arabic language teachers.

In summary, the ‘Ethraa’ programme represents a comprehensive initiative dedicated to the professional development of educators in Arabic language and Islamic education, fostering continuous growth and innovation in teaching practices.

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