The ADU Center for Faculty Development and Learning Innovation is dedicated to supporting Abu Dhabi University faculty in utilizing inclusive, student-centered, and evidence-based learning and teaching practices and in effectively delivering ADU colleges' online courses and programs.

Greetings from the Director

Dr. Mohammad Ali Fteiha

Welcome to the ADU Center for Faculty Development and Learning Innovation.

The Center is dedicated to providing ADU faculty with the information, resources, training, and support they need to succeed in today's higher education environment and assisting ADU colleges in developing and implementing online programs and courses.

It offers a wide range of services to Abu Dhabi University faculty and instructors, focusing on the best pedagogical practices and teaching strategies in higher education - a hub of innovation, collaboration, and scholarship to improve learning environments and maximize long-term student success. 

The ADU Center for Faculty Development and Learning Innovation strives to strengthen the spirit of collegiality, professionalism, and collaboration that runs through our institution. It gives ADU faculty the ability to provide an exceptional educational experience to all students.

Dr. Mohammad Fteiha, FHEA
Director of the ADU Center for Faculty Development and Learning Innovation
Full-service faculty and academic development center

Vision

The vision of the Center is to advance smart learning curriculum, delivery, technology, practices, and research in the MENA region.

Develop strong and sustainable research programs

Mission

The mission of the Center is to promote outstanding teaching and effective learning at ADU, creating a learning and teaching environment that supports student success. In addition, it works to promote the use of evidence-based educational strategies proven to foster learning and improve academic outcomes for students.

The mission is achieved through:

  • Assisting and serving the entire ADU community
  • Facilitating the advancement of teaching by focusing on applying pedagogical approaches
  • Promoting reflective practices
  • Providing support for individual faculty members
  • Sharing views, experiences, research, and the practice of pedagogy
  • Promoting and endorsing scholarship on teaching and learning at a college level
  • Supporting colleges in developing online programs and courses
  • Offering a PG Certification Program in Teaching in HE 

Strategic Goals

SG1: Support the colleges in developing online programs/courses accredited by CAA and meet international standards.

SG2: Promote teaching excellence by fostering a culture of academic excellence, providing access to effective educational technology, and professional development opportunities for ADU faculty.

SG3: Enhance student engagement and learning experience through e-learning, digitalization tools, and practices.

SG4: Apply updated and effective policies, procedures, tools, continuous improvement, and related documentation to ensure quality online programs and services

Focus areas

  • Student and Faculty Experience
  • eLearning Programs
  • Certification Programs

Center for Faculty Development and Learning

Steering Committee

Dr Hamad Odhabi
Vice Chancellor for AI and Operational Excellence

Dr. Hamad Odhabi

Montasir Qasymeh
Associate Provost for Research and Academic Development

Prof. Montasir Qasymeh

Director of Al Ain, Dubai Campuses and Director of The Smart Learning Centre
Director of Al Ain Campus, and Director of the Center for Faculty Development and Learning Innovation

Dr. Mohammad Fteiha

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Dean, College of Art, Education and Social Sciences

Dr. Sreethi Nair

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Director of Academic Quality and Accreditation

Dr. Mohammed Parakandi

Dr. Mohammed Ghazal, faculty member at the College of Engineering, Abu Dhabi University.
Professor and Chair of Electrical and Computer Engineering Department

Dr. Mohammed Asaad Ghazal

Center for Faculty Development and Learning

College Coordinators

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Chair of the College of Law and Assistant Professor of Public Law

Dr. Dina Imad

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Department Chair and Assistant Professor of Biomedical Sciences

Dr. Nermin Eissa

Dr. Daniela Maria Coelho
Assistant Professor of Education

Dr. Daniela Coelho

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Chair of Marketing, Operations and Information Systems Department and Associate Professor of Marketing

Dr. Mohammed Ismail El-Adly

Dr. Murad Al Rajab
Assistant Professor of Computer Science and Information Technology

Dr. Murad Al-Rajab

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Assistant Professor of Information Technology, Military Program

Dr. Khaled Al Omari

Center for Faculty Development and Learning

Our Team

Director of Al Ain, Dubai Campuses and Director of The Smart Learning Centre
Director of Al Ain Campus, and Director of the Center for Faculty Development and Learning Innovation

Dr. Mohamed Fteiha

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Senior Projects Administrator

Ms. Fatma Al Kaabi

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Multimedia Specialist Assistant

Ms. Mouza Al Marzooqi

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Professional Technical Assistant

Ms. Maitha Al Mansoori

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Co-editor-in-chief of Journal IPET & Co- Director of the Centre for Research in PEIT

Dr. Daniela Coelho

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Instructional Designer

Mr. Ali Farahat

Center Affiliations, Subscriptions and Partners

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Contact us

For more information about the ADU Center for Faculty Development and Learning Innovation, please email adu.cdli@adu.ac.ae

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