Papers by Dr. Ahmed S A I D Ghonim
Utilizing Machine Learning to Develop Cloud-Based Apprenticeship Programs Aligned with Labor Market Demands
2023 IEEE 10th International Conference on Cyber Security and Cloud Computing (CSCloud)/2023 IEEE 9th International Conference on Edge Computing and Scalable Cloud (EdgeCom)
There is a potential disparity between academic pursuits and labor market requirements. We propos... more There is a potential disparity between academic pursuits and labor market requirements. We proposed an approach exploring the feasibility of leveraging machine learning to tailor apprenticeship programs and enhance learning outcomes. The proposed approach involves the collaboration of four key stakeholders, namely, the employer, trainer, university management, and apprentice, each with unique roles in the apprenticeship program. A machine learning algorithm is employed to customize Occupational Learning Outcomes (OLO) for each job, with the use of blockchain technology to facilitate the student credit system. The entire system is hosted on a cloud-based centralized database to enable dynamic and sustainable program modification. The paper concludes by highlighting the potential of digital technologies to transform apprenticeships and create new opportunities and challenges.
Utilizing Machine Learning to Develop Cloud-Based Apprenticeship Programs Aligned with Labor Market Demands, 2023
There is a potential disparity between academic pursuits and labor market requirements. We propos... more There is a potential disparity between academic pursuits and labor market requirements. We proposed an approach exploring the feasibility of leveraging machine learning to tailor apprenticeship programs and enhance learning outcomes. The proposed approach involves the collaboration of four key stakeholders, namely, the employer, trainer, university management, and apprentice, each with unique roles in the apprenticeship program. A machine learning algorithm is employed to customize Occupational Learning Outcomes (OLO) for each job, with the use of blockchain technology to facilitate the student credit system. The entire system is hosted on a cloud-based centralized database to enable dynamic and sustainable program modification. The paper concludes by highlighting the potential of digital technologies to transform apprenticeships and create new opportunities and challenges.
International journal of higher education, Apr 8, 2021
A competency-based approach to education (CBE) has emerged in recent years, fostering curriculum ... more A competency-based approach to education (CBE) has emerged in recent years, fostering curriculum by tracking and indicting students' acquired skills and competencies. Since applied education is moving away from a theoretical approach to its application, employers are eager to be empowered with graduates' full e-profiles, which demonstrate candidates' competency-based strengths and weaknesses. This study considered a new digital system for competency-based learning, enhanced by Blockchain and badge technologies, to improve and indicate practical classes' quality in applied programs. Our core objectives were to promote the digitalization of competency-based education and students' e-portfolios as a proposed system in applied education. We also assessed its implementation, beginning with a learning gap analysis and moving on to discuss the digital CBE to support employers' ability to validate graduates' competency-based credentials acquired through their signature learning experience. We found that the digitalization of skills and competency-based credentials should be enhanced to foster knowing-by-doing and practical capabilities, which should be incorporated in applied education to achieve optimum CBE results and support recruitment and professional development processes. Further research and study are recommended to develop and unify standards adopted by the Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), that are recognized by the industries.
International journal of higher education, Feb 5, 2022
The Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT) has developed and deployed a set of distinctive and dynam... more The Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT) has developed and deployed a set of distinctive and dynamic capabilities in alignment with the UAE national agenda. These capabilities drive an ambitious strategy that anticipates and ensures future readiness; creates student-centric value; enables and empowers human capital; exploits the full potential of digital enablement; leverages through smart partnerships and resource optimization; builds capacity for knowledge exchange; and synergizes through collaboration, co-creation, and stakeholder orientation. This study presents HCT's methodology as a case study to develop its capabilities portfolio, structure, main connectors (internal and external forces), and business operational model and capabilities dynamics that support HCT's continuous transformation and leading position. The study proposes a model and practices to develop and unify standards for higher education institutions (HEIs) in their journey towards building distinctive and dynamic capabilities and achieving excellence maturity.
Building an Excellence Capabilities Portfolio in Higher Education A Case Study of Higher Colleges of Technology, UAE, 2022
The Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT) has developed and deployed a set of distinctive and dynam... more The Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT) has developed and deployed a set of distinctive and dynamic capabilities in alignment with the UAE national agenda. These capabilities drive an ambitious strategy that anticipates and ensures future readiness; creates student-centric value; enables and empowers human capital; exploits the full potential of digital enablement; leverages through smart partnerships and resource optimization; builds capacity for knowledge exchange; and synergizes through collaboration, co-creation, and stakeholder orientation. This study presents HCT's methodology as a case study to develop its capabilities portfolio, structure, main connectors (internal and external forces), and business operational model and capabilities dynamics that support HCT's continuous transformation and leading position. The study proposes a model and practices to develop and unify standards for higher education institutions (HEIs) in their journey towards building distinctive and dynamic capabilities and achieving excellence maturity.
International Journal of Higher Education, 2021
A competency-based approach to education (CBE) has emerged in recent years, fostering curriculum ... more A competency-based approach to education (CBE) has emerged in recent years, fostering curriculum by tracking and indicting students' acquired skills and competencies. Since applied education is moving away from a theoretical approach to its application, employers are eager to be empowered with graduates' full e-profiles, which demonstrate candidates' competency-based strengths and weaknesses. This study considered a new digital system for competency-based learning, enhanced by Blockchain and badge technologies, to improve and indicate practical classes' quality in applied programs. Our core objectives were to promote the digitalization of competency-based education and students' e-portfolios as a proposed system in applied education. We also assessed its implementation, beginning with a learning gap analysis and moving on to discuss the digital CBE to support employers' ability to validate graduates' competency-based credentials acquired through their signature learning experience. We found that the digitalization of skills and competency-based credentials should be enhanced to foster knowing-by-doing and practical capabilities, which should be incorporated in applied education to achieve optimum CBE results and support recruitment and professional development processes. Further research and study are recommended to develop and unify standards adopted by the Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), that are recognized by the industries.
Cogent Arts & Humanities
In recent years, international accreditation has become an important part of quality management i... more In recent years, international accreditation has become an important part of quality management in higher education. However, given risks including increasing bureaucratisation, outdated systems and high costs, international accreditation remains problematic in the developing countries that might have relatively underdeveloped higher education systems and less integrated into the world system than developed countries. Focusing on the Arab countries, this paper assesses whether specialised programme-level accreditation of Art and Design programmes by international bodies such as the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD) or the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA) or building a consortium similar to the Association of Independent Colleges of Art and Design (AICAD), enhances the quality of practical studio-based classes in such programmes in Egypt and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as case studies. Given the importance of Art and Design for economic development, our investigations conclude that there is a need for a regional accrediting body adapting international standards, while accommodating Middle East distinct cultural aspect to regulate, and enhance quality of Art and Design Education in the Middle East.
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Papers by Dr. Ahmed S A I D Ghonim