Academic Journey
Dr. Areej ElSayary is an Associate Professor in the College of Interdisciplinary Studies at Zayed University. She previously served as Graduate Program Coordinator in the College of Education, where she contributed to postgraduate education, curriculum development, and academic leadership.
Education
- Ph.D. in Educational Management, Leadership, and Policy — The British University in Dubai, UAE
- Ph.D. in Social and Legal Sciences (Cyberpsychology) — University of Cordoba, Spain
- Master’s in Science Education (STEM) — The British University in Dubai, UAE
- Master’s in Information Technology — University of the People, U.S.
- Bachelor’s in Architecture — Alexandria University, Egypt
Areas of Expertise
- AI in Education
- Cyberpsychology
- AI & Digital Ethics
- Digital Identity
- Well-being
- Interdisciplinary STEM Education
- Quality Assurance & Accreditation
- Educational Innovation
Work Experience
- Adjunct Online Faculty (2021–Present) — School of Education & School of Computer Science, University of the People, United States
- Associate Professor & Chair (2025–Present) — College of Interdisciplinary Studies, Zayed University, Dubai & Abu Dhabi
- Associate Professor & Assistant Chair (2024–2025) — College of Interdisciplinary Studies, Zayed University, Dubai & Abu Dhabi
- Assistant Professor (2022–2024) — College of Interdisciplinary Studies, Zayed University, Dubai & Abu Dhabi
- Graduate Program Coordinator (2021–2022) — Master of Education in Educational Leadership and Administration, Zayed University, Dubai & Abu Dhabi
- Assistant Professor (2019–2022) — College of Education, Zayed University, Dubai & Abu Dhabi
- Adjunct Faculty (2019) — American University in Emirates AUE, UAE
Dr. Areej ElSayary 