Fatimah Alhashem

Fatimah Alhashem is an Assistant Professor at the Gulf University for Science and Technology (GUST), where she has also served as the Chair for the Center of Teaching, Learning, and Research (CTLR) from 2018 to 2021. With a doctoral degree in Curriculum and Instruction in Science Education from Arizona State University, she brings a strong academic background to her work. Previously, she held the position of General Manager for the Teacher Development Department at the National Center for Education Development (NCED) from 2015 to 2018. Dr. Alhashem is a dedicated advocate for teacher support, particularly for women in science education. Her involvement in various projects has centered around the development of teachers, and she has provided consulting services to organizations such as UNDP, UNESCO, and KFAS. Her professional interests lie in the areas of professional development for teachers, teacher practices and policies, and STEM education. Currently, her focus is on projects related to teacher effectiveness, teacher licensing, and promoting STEM education. In her research, Dr. Alhashem has explored topics such as the TPACK model and studies related to TIMSS (Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study). She was member of the National Science Teacher Association (NSTA) and Kuwait Soroptimist, further demonstrating her commitment to professional networks and the advancement of education.

Publications

STEM Education Approaches and Challenges in the MENA Region
STEM Education Approaches and Challenges in the MENA Region
Fatimah Alhashem, Heather Pacheco-Guffrey, Jacquelynne Anne Boivin. © 2023. 306 pages.
In the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, recent long-term policy plans emphasize the ever-increasing need to transition to 21st-century skills and achieve sustainable...
Disadvantages Boys in Public Schools in Kuwait Face When Compared to Their Peers in Private Schools
Disadvantages Boys in Public Schools in Kuwait Face When Compared to Their Peers in Private Schools
Fatimah Alhashem. © 2022. 19 pages.
The social capital gap in education in Kuwait's public vs. private schools, including early stages to higher education, is a serious phenomenon that requires intervention....