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schools in the Gulf States and then
later on internationally. By 2000, we
had built a strong network of schools
in the region, offering various types
of curriculums customized to the
education people wanted for their
children. We established GEMS to
provide a standard quality of education
on a global platform.
Who was your favourite teacher and
why?
I have to say my parents. They had the
courage to make the journey to Dubai,
a journey of sacrifice, in order to make
a better life for their family and their
community.
The education landscape of the UAE
has changed significantly over the
years, what are two major changes
that you have observed?
The UAE has and continues to
experience
exponential
financial
growth and an influx of a diverse
population. We have seen a massive
shift in educational demand. Expats
in the UAE want international
curriculums like those offered in their
home countries. Another change that
we’ve observed is the technological
boom in the UAE and the globe in
general. Students need to be taught
the ‘know how’s’ of today’s digital
environment. Our schools incorporate
the best digital facilities in a learning
environment.
What are some of the ways in which
educators in the UAE can help with
the development of education
globally?
We believe that government sectors
alone cannot sustain meeting an
increasing demand for education.
Private
sector
companies
like
GEMS can assist in providing
quality education across the nation.
Educators in the UAE have experience
with students from diverse cultures.
This knowledge when added to the
experience hub of GEMS worldwide
can aid in the development of
education on a global level.
What are three key initiatives carried
out by GEMS Education in promoting
educators and education globally?
GEMS Education has a