At UTEL, we believe in the power of collaboration and continuous improvement to elevate teaching practices and enrich the learning experience for our students. Through our fellowship programs, we've cultivated a vibrant community of educators committed to innovation and excellence in teaching.
Fostering collaborative excellence
At the University of Bahrain, we've embarked on an exhilarating journey of fellowship, where collaboration is the cornerstone of our success. With a total of 322 fellows, including 32 Associate Fellows, 276 Fellows, 13 Senior Fellows and one Principal Fellow, our fellowship initiatives bring together educators from diverse backgrounds and disciplines to engage in meaningful dialogue and exchange of ideas.
Through workshops, seminars and collaborative projects, we cultivate a vibrant community of educators dedicated to innovation, inclusivity, integrity and pedagogical excellence.
Empowering educators for impact
Our fellowship programs are designed to empower educators with the knowledge, skills and resources needed to make a lasting impact in the classroom.
From pedagogical training to the integration of technology in teaching, we provide tailored support to help educators thrive in today's dynamic educational landscape. Through mentorship and professional development opportunities, we foster a culture of continuous learning and growth among our teaching community, emphasising inclusivity and integrity in all aspects of teaching and learning.
As Dr John Dewey once said, "Education is not preparation for life; education is life itself." At the University of Bahrain, we believe in empowering educators to unlock the full potential of their students and inspire lifelong learning.
Driving innovation in teaching
Innovation is at the heart of our fellowship journey. By encouraging experimentation and exploration, we inspire educators to push the boundaries of traditional teaching methods and embrace innovative approaches. Whether through flipped classrooms, project-based learning or experiential learning initiatives, our fellowship programs empower educators to create engaging and impactful learning experiences that resonate with students, while upholding principles of inclusivity and integrity.
"The true sign of intelligence is not knowledge but imagination." Albert Einstein
At the University of Bahrain, we encourage educators to unleash their creativity and imagination to foster a culture of innovation in teaching and learning, grounded in principles of inclusivity and integrity.
Celebrating success and impact
At UOB, we celebrate the successes and achievements of our fellowship community. From innovative teaching projects to student success stories, we shine a spotlight on the impact of our educators' efforts.
Through recognition events, awards and showcases, we acknowledge and honour the dedication and passion of our teaching community in advancing teaching and learning at the University of Bahrain, while promoting inclusivity and integrity as core values.
"People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel." Maya Angelou
At the University of Bahrain, we strive to create a supportive and nurturing environment where educators feel valued, inspired and empowered to make a difference in the lives of their students, guided by principles of inclusivity and integrity.
Excerpts from the external examiner reports
"I was particularly pleased to see that impact on students ['success' in UKPSF language] is important in decision-making. One might argue that here your participants, at least the better ones, are outperforming their global contemporaries."
"There is strict marking according to the criteria and no hesitation to fail work where this is warranted. A fair and transparent approach, supported by clear feedback to indicate what was amiss. The learning outcomes (both PILOs and CILOs) emphasize reflection and criticality and by-and-large these are achieved."
"In general, the assessment rubrics are well-developed and matched other components, including learning outcomes. They are followed by markers to the letter. The assessment is rigorous."
"Promoting reflection is heavily emphasised, and this too is a significant and strong facet of UTEL’s approach."
What our participants say
“The program is great in content and also in terms of networking. I was able to talk and interact with other participants from various disciplines and colleges. I learned a lot from their experience and insights, and to get strength from each other. It was really one of the best ways to learn about academic fieldwork in the real world. I learnt a lot. I am inspired to rethink the way I plan and present my work.
“This experience has made me a more effective, confident and reflective teacher. An excellent program which I recommend to all academic staff interested in seeing real progress in their work.” Asma Ayari – PCAP program
“The CPD program helped in reshaping and enhancing my teaching practice. The program engages you with different colleagues from different disciplines who allowed me the opportunity to explore various tools, apps and learning theories that can enhance my teaching practice in my design studios.
“Ultimately, the program allowed me to be more reflective in my teaching throughout the one-year program. The UTEL team of qualified and expert academics were really inspiring and very helpful throughout this enriching journey.” Dr Nehal Al Merbati – CPD program
“It has been a unique and enlightening program. Thank you very much, UTEL team!!!
"I highly recommend this program to everyone who recently joined teaching in the Kingdom of Bahrain as a start for other advanced levels of training. I enjoyed and learned a lot in a comfortable environment with the exceptional UTEL team.” Dr Esameldeen Mohamed, NTB program
Join us on our fellowship journey
At the University of Bahrain collaboration, empowerment and innovation converge to ignite teaching success for student and institutional prosperity. Together, we're shaping the future of education and making a difference in the lives of our students.
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Dr Amal Alrayes is the Director of the Unit for Teaching Excellence and Leadership (UTEL) at the University of Bahrain. With a fervent dedication to advancing education, Dr Alrayes spearheads initiatives that foster collaboration, innovation and the integration of technology to enhance teaching practices.