Dr. Lawrence Meda has nearly a decade and a half of academic teaching and research experience. Dr. Meda has worked as a Curriculum Specialist, Senior Lecturer, and Teaching and Learning Coordinator in two universities in South Africa. Dr. Meda directs SEA’s research endeavors and is building a system of research that provides impact within Sharjah, the UAE, the MENA region, and beyond. He is a certified online instructor, has authored over 75 publications, and possesses extensive experience in supervising masters and doctoral students. Additionally, he has externally examined more than 20 postgraduate theses for universities in South Africa, India, and the UAE. Dr. Meda’s research interests include curriculum studies, inclusive education, educational technology, and teacher education.
Expertise
Recent publications
Meda, L., Mohebi, L., ElSayary, A., & Karaki, S. (2023). A Mutually Enriching Inclusive Education Teacher Professional Development Program: Mentors’ and Mentees’ Reflections. International Journal of Evidence Based Coaching and Mentoring, 21(2), 51-62. DOI: 10.24384/fv45-1467
Meda, L. (2023). Effective Pedagogical Practices for a 21st Century Teacher: Reflections, Theories and Practices. New York: Nova Science Publishers.
ElSayary, A., Meda, L., & Mohebi, L. (2024). Equipped for Technology-Enhanced Teaching, Yet Unprepared for Online Education: Nurturing the Sustainable Development of Student Learning. In A. ElSayary & R. Olowoselu (Eds) Interdisciplinary Approaches for Educators’ and Learners’ Well-being: Transforming Education for Sustainable Development (pp. 117-133). Cham: Springer Nature.
Associate Professor
University City, Sharjah
United Arab Emirates
