GENERAL EDUCATION FOR STUDENT’S DEVELOPMENT: A CASE STUDY IN OMAN
Journal Title: Asian Journal of Management Sciences and Education - Year 2018, Vol 7, Issue 2
Abstract
Using the example of the Centre for Preparatory Studies at Sultan Qaboos University in Oman, this paper explores to what extent foundation program courses in the country’s higher education institutions impart principles and standards of General Education intended for empowering our students and developing them as personalities. In particular, it critically examines source materials and current practice relating to some important internal factors that influence the acquisition of knowledge and skills, including the Centre’s infrastructure, facilities, strategies and policies, faculty, students, teaching methodology and pedagogy, courses, as well as presence and implementation of General Education principles and standards in some selected courses in language skills, basic mathematics, information technology and study skills. The findings reveal that by bringing these issues into discussion as well as by sharing diverse experiences and perspectives of the Centre, they will meet the needs of higher education in all the MENA region states, provide insights that could inform decisions and help improve running of the foundation programs in Oman.
Authors and Affiliations
Victoria Tuzlukova, Meenalochana Inguva, Pooja Sancheti, Kristina Bayburtsyan
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