Academic Development Committee for Faculty Members

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About The Unit

The Academic Development Committee for Faculty Members is one of the key committees at the College of Nursing. It aims to enhance the academic, teaching, and research performance of faculty members and supporting staff by developing their professional skills and strengthening their capabilities in various areas of university teaching, assessment, supervision, and scientific research.

The committee seeks to achieve academic excellence within the college by establishing continuous training plans based on actual needs, keeping pace with evolving teaching and learning methods, and ensuring the effective use of modern educational technologies. It also supports faculty members in developing their research agendas, provides academic consultation, and encourages participation in local and international scientific events.

The committee firmly believes that the ongoing professional development of faculty members is fundamental to ensuring the quality of higher education and achieving outstanding learning outcomes that align with both national and international standards.

Committee Tasks

1. Developing Training and Professional Development Plans

  • Design and implement training programs and specialized workshops in university teaching, assessment, and modern teaching methods.

  • Offer targeted professional development programs in nursing and health education.

2. Enhancing Teaching Effectiveness

  • Support the use of innovative teaching and assessment strategies.

  • Train faculty members in e-learning tools and learning management systems.

3. Supporting Scientific Research and Self-Development

  • Organize workshops to develop research skills, academic writing, and scientific publishing.

  • Encourage internal and external research collaboration and provide technical support for research projects.

4. Monitoring and Evaluating Academic Performance

  • Collect and analyze student feedback on teaching performance.

  • Provide recommendations to improve academic performance based on quality standards.

5. Knowledge Sharing and Experience Exchange

  • Organize academic meetings for faculty members to share experiences and best practices.

  • Invite external experts and specialists to deliver lectures or training workshops.

6. Encouraging Participation in Conferences and External Training

  • Support faculty attendance at local and international scientific conferences.

  • Encourage enrollment in accredited courses that enhance academic competencies.

7. Identifying Training Needs

  • Conduct regular surveys to assess the professional development needs of faculty members.

  • Design training programs based on these needs and in line with college priorities.

8. Promoting a Culture of Quality and Continuous Development

  • Promote awareness of quality assurance and academic accreditation among faculty members.

  • Support practices that improve learning outcomes and curriculum development.