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Faculty of Education

Faculty of Education | SU

Faculty of Education Sana'a University

Preparing qualified teachers and educators, and fostering educational research to serve the community

Department of Science

Academic Programs

Chemistry Teacher Preparation Program for General Education - Physics Teacher Preparation Program for General Education - Biology Teacher Preparation Program for General Education

The Department of Science Curricula and Teaching Methods at the Faculty of Education, Sana'a University, is a key academic department. It focuses on preparing and qualifying teachers and researchers in the field of science education (Biology, Chemistry, and Physics) across Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral levels, with a particular emphasis on curriculum development aligned with modern educational trends, such as the STEM approach.

Vision

Mission

The mission of the secondary-level specialized teacher program (Chemistry, Physics, and Biology) is to prepare teacher candidates to teach science in grades 10–12 with a high level of competence by equipping them with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for the teaching profession.

Aims

The program aims to achieve the following aims:
1. Supporting students with fundamental scientific concepts, enabling them to design and conduct scientific experiments, analyze results, and apply scientific methods to diagnose and address problems.
2. Enabling students to formulate problems mathematically, use abstract models to describe physical systems and natural phenomena, engage in scientific reasoning, and adopt a logical, critical approach to issues.
3. Providing students with fundamental principles in pedagogy, psychology, teaching methods, and curriculum design.
4. Enabling students to develop professional skills and self-confidence, foster respect for individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds, and cultivate the ability to work both independently and within a team.
5. Enabling the student to master effective communication skills, use computers, and apply modern tools and techniques to enhance professional performance.

Master's Program in Science Curricula and Teaching Methods

Master's in Science Curricula

Mission

The Master’s program in Science Curricula and Teaching Methods is a graduate program offered by the Faculty of Education at Sana'a University. It awards a Master’s degree in the field of science education and teaching methodology by providing academic experiences grounded in a modern, innovative vision. The program aims to cultivate distinguished scientific and research professionals, thereby equipping graduates to actively contribute to improving learning outcomes in science education.

Aims

1. Preparing specialized professionals in the field of science curricula and teaching methods.
2. Equipping students with the research capabilities needed to conduct studies related to science curricula and teaching methods.
3. Enriching students' knowledge regarding science curricula and teaching methods.
4. Developing students' skills in utilizing computers and technology.
5. Advancing knowledge in the field of science curricula and teaching methods to keep pace with scientific and academic developments.
6. Supplying the community and the labor market with qualified professionals capable of providing specialized consultations and scientific studies in the field of science curricula and teaching methods.

Doctoral Program in Science and Teaching Methods

PhD in Science Curriculum

Mission

Graduating distinguished scientific and research professionals in the field of science curricula and teaching methods—individuals who combine tradition with modernity—to activate local community institutions and engage with global thought.

Aims

1. Preparing researchers with in-depth expertise in science curricula and teaching methods.
2. Supplying state institutions in general, and higher education institutions in particular, with holders of doctoral degrees in science curricula and teaching methods.
3. Meeting the needs of research centers for researchers holding a doctorate in science curricula and teaching methods.
4. Enabling students holding a master's degree to pursue doctoral studies.
5. Providing a scholarly research environment that contributes to the advancement of research in science curricula and teaching methods.

Faculty Members

Ahmed Abdulrahman Shamsan
Professor

Prof. Ahmed Abdulrahman Shamsan

Curricula and Methods of Teaching Science

University of Pittsburgh – USA

Azhar Mohammed Ghalyoon
Professor

Prof. Azhar Mohammed Ghalyoon

Curricula and Methods of Teaching Science

Cairo University – Egypt

AmatalKareem Taha Abo Zaid
Professor

Prof. AmatalKareem Taha Abo Zaid

Curricula and Methods of Teaching Science

Ain Shams University – Egypt

Ahmed Sultan Alhogami
Professor

Prof. Ahmed Sultan Alhogami

Artificial Intelligence

University of Delhi – India

Ashraf Moahmmed Alnahari
Professor

Prof. Ashraf Moahmmed Alnahari

Biology (Genetics)

Abdullah Othman Alhammadi
Associate Professor

Assoc. Prof. Abdullah Othman Alhammadi

Curricula and Methods of Teaching Science

Florida State University - USA

Hazzaa Abdo Salem Alhomaidi
Associate Professor

Assoc. Prof. Hazzaa Abdo Salem Alhomaidi

Curricula and Methods of Teaching Science

University of AlJazeera – Sudan

Khalid Ali Abdo Alashmouri
Associate Professor

Assoc. Prof. Khalid Ali Abdo Alashmouri

Curricula and Methods of Teaching Science

Mansoura University - Egypt

Mohammed Abdulwali Alhogami
Associate Professor

Assoc. Prof Mohammed Abdulwali Alhogami

Biology (Physiology)

Assiut University - Egypt

Walled Saleh Manea Alriyashi
Associate Professor

Dr. Walled Saleh Manea Alriyashi

Physics

Abdullah Hashem Alhaifi
Assistant Professor

Dr. Abdullah Hashem Alhaifi

Curricula and Methods of Teaching Science

Sana'a University

Ahmed Ahmed Mahyoob
Assistant Professor

Dr. Ahmed Ahmed Mahyoob

Curricula and Methods of Teaching Science

University of Pittsburgh – USA

Hayat Ahmed Sallam
Assistant Professor

Dr. Hayat Ahmed Sallam

Curricula and Methods of Teaching Science

Ain Shams University – Egypt

Eman Yahya Ahmed Shrafaldeen
Assistant Professor

Dr. Eman Yahya Ahmed Shrafaldeen

Curricula and Methods of Teaching Science

Sana'a University

Khulood Ali Shamsaldeen
Assistant Professor

Dr. Khulood Ali Shamsaldeen

Curricula and Methods of Teaching Science

Sana'a University

Zameelah Mohammed Haidara Masdoos
Assistant Professor

Dr. Zameelah Mohammed Haidara Masdoos

Botany

Sana'a University

Yusra Abdulrahman Hajer
Assistant Professor

Dr. Yusra Abdulrahman Hajer

Physics

Sana'a University

Abdullah Taher Qaid Naji
Assistant Professor

Dr. Abdullah Taher Qaid Naji

Physics

Universiti Sains Malaysia