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candykisk
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 Posted: Sat Apr 04, 2015 5:13 pm Post subject: Any truth to the negative reviews about Zayed on glassdoor? |
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Any truth to the negative reviews about Zayed on glassdoor?
I did a google search "Zayed University Glassdoor" and this comes up: https://www.google.com/webhp?sourceid=chrome-instant&rlz=1C1TSNF_enUS452US452&ion=1&espv=2&ie=UTF-8#q=zayed%20university%20glassdoor
If you don't know what glassdoor is, it is a place people write reviews of working at different places all over the world. I am interested in applying to Zayed, but these reviews deter me. On the other hand, many people on this board believe that Zayed is one of the better institutions to work at in the UAE. So what's the truth?
Also, the job application for Assistant/Associate Professor in the Dept. of English and Writing Studies at Zayed states that you need a terminal degree. What does that mean? I have an MA TESL, would that be considered terminal? Should I apply for the position or do I not have a chance? |
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nomad soul
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| Posted: Sat Apr 04, 2015 10:00 pm Post subject: |
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| candykisk wrote: |
On the other hand, many people on this board believe that Zayed is one of the better institutions to work at in the UAE. So what's the truth?
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Also, the job application for Assistant/Associate Professor in the Dept. of English and Writing Studies at Zayed states that you need a terminal degree. What does that mean? I have an MA TESL, would that be considered terminal? Should I apply for the position or do I not have a chance? |
Apparently, you also don't believe the newspaper article about Zayed on the following thread: "Zayed Univ. to look into complaints by faculty and students" (http://forums.eslcafe.com/job/viewtopic.php?t=107236). I see you posted there as well. Anyway, it seems you're looking for that elusive one drop of positive info.
A terminal degree refers to the highest academic degree attainable in a field of study, which is usually a doctorate. An MA in TESOL could be considered a terminal degree for teaching English; however, there are PhDs/EdDs in TESOL. That said, in terms of the Writing Studies opportunity, it's quite doubtful an MA TESOL meets Zayed's degree requirement. Plus, you'd also need to have taught in a bachelor's degree program and have experience writing across curricula, technical writing, etc.
You've never mentioned your specific teaching experience, but if you don't have at least 3 years of university-level TEFL experience (gained post-MA), you'll find it near impossible to compete for positions in the UAE. |
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candykisk
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| Yes, I did post in the other board, but there's always that hope you have, ya know? I have about 2.5 years teaching experience at the university level in intensive English programs. So not necessarily composition or 100+ level courses. So basically I do not qualify for this position. Well, I'll still keep it in mind for the future, but by then they'll probably have phased out this program anyways! |
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nomad soul
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| candykisk wrote: |
| I have about 2.5 years teaching experience at the university level in intensive English programs. So not necessarily composition or 100+ level courses. So basically I do not qualify for this position. Well, I'll still keep it in mind for the future. |
Teaching in a pre-university IEP (referred to in the Gulf as an English foundation year or prep year program) isn't the same as experience teaching content or specialized skills in a BA or MA degree program. Therefore, if you want to keep those types of Assistant/Associate Professor opportunities in mind, consider getting a doctorate in addition to experience with undergrad or grad-level academic courses.
Also, university employers in the UAE aren't likely to be flexible when it comes to requirements. For example, if a posting indicates a minimum of 3 years' experience, having 2.5 years won't get you to the next step. So definitely read the job requirements carefully so that you don't waste your time pursuing a position you're not fully qualified for. |
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