Welcome to the Al Qasimi Foundation’s Policy & Practice Blog
The Policy & Practice blog highlights works and discussions that impact our community, inform policy decisions and best practices, and affect the social, cultural, and economic development of our emirate, the UAE, Gulf region, and beyond. Below you will find our blog posts, op-eds, and reviews.
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In addition to discussing the Foundation’s own research findings, best practices, and priority areas, we welcome contributions from local and international academics, practitioners, policy makers, as well as our peer organizations and partners. If you would like to contribute, email grants@alqasimifoundation.rak.ae for more information.
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Holly Cook
January 28, 2018
Studies show that arts education improves students' learning outcomes and soft-skill development. Organizations and policymakers should consider it as a way to foster innovation and creativity, increasing students' future employability in the coming knowledge-based economy.
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Susan Kippels
January 01, 2017
Gulf philanthropic organizations have become increasingly prominent actors in the global education arena. While they are often working to support inclusive and equitable quality education, there is little research examining the overarching activities of these institutions. This piece describes why Gulf philanthropic organizations operating in education deserve greater attention from academics and policymakers.
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