10 – 12 November 2026
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Dubai World Trade Centre Sheikh Saeed Halls 1, 2 & 3
Vandana Agrawal
Senior Leader Sama - American Private School
I am a passionate and visionary educational leader with over 17 years of experience in the UAE, dedicated to driving academic excellence, fostering high-performing teams, and leading transformative school initiatives. Holding an NPQH qualification from University College London, I have successfully led schools through inspections, strategic planning, and curriculum development, ensuring exceptional outcomes for both students and educators.
My expertise lies in school improvement, staff mentorship, and stakeholder engagement, with a strong focus on data-driven decision-making to enhance student achievement. I am deeply committed to innovation in education, integrating 21st-century skills, and creating dynamic learning environments that prepare students for the future.
Beyond my professional journey, I am a dedicated mother of two beautiful and bright children and a loving wife to an amazing husband. I have a deep love for traveling, exploring new cultures, meeting inspiring people, and continuously learning new skills.
I am honored to share my insights and experiences at GESS Dubai, engaging in meaningful discussions that drive educational excellence and shape the future of learning.
Speaker Sessions
Sustainability & Wellbeing
1610
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The Impact on Student learning of Design Thinking approach in Project based learning to solve human problems
Session Summary:
In today’s world, preparing students as problem-solvers is essential. This session explores the impact of Design Thinking in Project-Based Learning (PBL) and its role in fostering critical thinking, collaboration, and real-world application.
As Head of Curriculum and Assessment at a K-12 American school in Sharjah, I have seen how integrating Design Thinking transforms student engagement. In my school, Grade 6, students design a sustainable canteen, applying area and volume concepts to minimize waste. In Grade 7, they use percentages and ratios to analyze real-world data and propose waste reduction solutions. Grade 11 students apply probability concepts to create fair, engaging games for a school fair.
This session offers practical strategies to integrate PBL in education, equipping students with future-ready skills to tackle real-world challenges through innovation and creativity.
Speakers:
Vandana Agrawal
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Senior Leader Sama - American Private School
Categories:
Sustainability
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