Workshop 4 : Future Professions and Emerging Skills: “Using Artificial Intelligence in University Programs”
Explores pathways to transform universities into lifelong-learning hubs by embedding AI and emerging technologies across curricula. Addresses assessment redesign, faculty development, AI ethics, and cross-disciplinary collaboration. Features an interactive segment by Tracey Jones on leadership, emotional intelligence, and personal growth for 16–24 year-olds, aligned with IOL certification pathways.
Target Audience:
Academics, deans, digital learning experts, policy makers, innovation directors.
Date: 03/12/2025
Timing: 14:00-16:00
Number of Seats: 40
Dr. Najoua Fezzaa Ghriss
Workshop Coordinator
UNESCO | RCQE
Ms.Tracey Jones
Workshop Presenter
Chrysalis Mindset Coaching
Dr. Enas Abulibdeh
Workshop Presenter
Al Ain University
Dr. Najoua Fezzaa Ghriss
Affiliation: UNESCO | RCQE
Position: Director of Programs and Projects Department
Country: Tunisia
PhD in Educational Sciences from the University of Tunis & Université de Louvain-la-Neuve, Belgium. Currently Director of Programs and Projects at the UNESCO Regional Center for Quality and Excellence in Education (RCQE-UNESCO). Formerly a university teacher at the Higher Institute of Education, University of Tunis.
Co- author of the Arab Knowledge Reports, Lead Author of the Arab Knowledge Index Reports and a core team member of the Global Knowledge Index (since 2017 till now) developed by UNDP and Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation. Scientific Committee member of the Arab Model for Quality and Excellence in Education, developed by the UNESCO-RCQE.
She has collaborated as an educational consultant and trainer with UNESCO, UNDP, ALECSO, France Education International, the Arab Council for Childhood and Development, DVV International…Her expertise focuses on sustainable development, evaluation and assessment, quality of education, comparative studies, educational indicators development.
Ms. Tracy Jones
Affiliation: Chrysalis Mindset Coaching
Position: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Country: United Kingdom
Ms. Tracey Jones is a thought leader in Emotional Intelligence, having delivered her programs and methodologies to over 4,500 educators. With more than 670 coaching hours with senior leaders, her company, Chrysalis, specializes in the human element of leadership. Her passion lies in empowering both educators and younger generations to build strong toolkits for managing life transitions.
Tracey collaborates with Directors of Education on senior team performance and consults on strategic leadership matters. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she played a pivotal role in supporting over 400 head teachers, senior leaders, and politicians. She also works within elite sports and with ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) families. Tracey is a member of the Institute of Leadership and Management, and her coaching practice adheres to the Global Code of Ethics of the European Mentoring and Coaching Council (EMCC). Her leadership programs are IOL accredited and endorsed at the highest levels within Wales.
Dr. Enas Abulibdeh
Affiliation: Al Ain University
Position: Associate Prof of AI and Ed Technology
Country: United Arab Emirates
Dr. Enas Aboulbada is an expert and pioneer in artificial intelligence and educational technology with over 15 years of academic and research experience. She is a professor at the College of Education at Al Ain University, where she managed the Technology and Diversity hub in the College of Education’s CAEP international accreditation program. and previously served as Dean of Student Affairs (2013-2015). Dr. Inas is known for her influential contributions to capacity building and curriculum development in the United Arab Emirates, as well as through prominent international partnerships. In addition to the training programs she has delivered in Ghana, Rwanda, and Indonesia in collaboration with Educators Without Borders International, Dr. Inas has implemented strategic initiatives with UNESCO, including: A program to prepare curriculum developers in Arab countries; Capacity-building initiatives in Tanzania Her advanced research interests focus on the impact of artificial intelligence on teacher skill development and the improvement of teaching strategies and professional development, with an interest in models (TAM, TPACK, UDL), digital citizenship, and STEM . It is also EFQM-accredited and has activities related to social and humanitarian initiatives.
