14 TEACHING INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT IN THE UAE
Issues and avenues for solutions
Kevin Schoeppand Constance Van Horne
Introduction
This chapter presents a faculty perspective of teaching Emirati undergraduate students in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). As will become apparent, there are many issues faced by faculty teaching disciplines related to international management, but all of these can be overcome with sound pedagogical practices. The importance of being culturally aware, contextualizing topics, and providing opportunities for active engagement in the learning process are key. The context of the UAE is similar to other Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries in that they share a common culture, religion, and world view. Because of ...
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