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Student Attitudes and Interests in STEM in Qatar through the Lens of the Social Cognitive Theory
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MDPI
, 2023 , Article)
STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) has taken center stage as a priority policy agenda for Qatar’s leadership. At present, STEM stands as a fundamental catalyst for Qatar’s sustainable economic, environmental, ...
High school students' STEM interests and career aspirations in Qatar: An exploratory study
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Elsevier
, 2023 , Article)
This study sought to explore high school students' interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) related disciplines and careers in the context of Qatar. Quantitative data was collected using a survey ...
Exploring teachers’ perspectives on career development: Q methodology research
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Elsevier
, 2023 , Article)
Recruiting, preparing and supporting teachers remain a public concern in many countries, with similar concerns voiced in Qatar. Using a Systems Theory Framework, this study explored the systems of influence on Qatari ...
Supports and constraints to middle leadership development in higher education: A Q-methodology study
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SAGE Publications Ltd
, 2023 , Article)
Middle leadership development in a Higher Education context can be understood as a complex endeavor, influenced by interactions and interrelations within multiple systems. We explored the perspectives of thirty-five male ...
An Exploration of Sources Fostering First-Year Engineering Students’ Academic Well-Being in a PBL Environment
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Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
, 2023 , Article)
Contribution: This paper contributes to the literature surrounding first-year engineering students’ academic well-being by proposing a conceptual framework guiding an understanding of supportive sources that foster students’ ...
Middle leaders’ sensemaking of their leadership practices in response to educational disruption: A Q-methodology study
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SAGE Publications Ltd
, 2023 , Article)
Middle leaders were required to navigate the complexities of educational disruption and respond to internal and external demands throughout the pandemic. This shifting educational context necessitated a sensemaking process ...
An integrated systems model for understanding experiences of academic leadership development in Qatar
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Taylor and Francis Group
, 2023 , Article)
While leadership development is acknowledged as essential for institutional growth in the higher education sector, it remains poorly understood and under researched both empirically and theoretically. Although knowledge ...
Career Advancement, Job Satisfaction, Career Retention, and Other Related Dimensions for Sustainability: A Perception Study of Qatari Public School Teachers
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MDPI
, 2023 , Article)
The lack of teacher retention directly impacts the sustainability of a nation’s educational goals and educational system. There are several influences on the retention of teachers, such as career advancement opportunities, ...
Secondary School Students’ Interest in STEM Careers in Qatar
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MDPI
, 2023 , Article)
In light of the high demand for skilled professionals and talents internationally, STEM skills carry special significance in today’s competitive economy. Drawing on the Social Cognitive Career Theory (SCCT) and insights ...
Education Stakeholders’ Viewpoints about an ESD Competency Framework: Q Methodology Research
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MDPI
, 2023 , Article)
Teachers are considered key drivers of the education for sustainable development (ESD) agenda. They play a critical role in ensuring the attainment of sustainability goals, yet require early opportunities to acquire the ...