Usama Abdelghani Kassem

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Usama Abdelghani Kassem is an education researcher whose work sits at the intersection of educational technology, teacher professional development, and 21st-century learning skills, with a particular focus on the integration of robotics in K-12 classrooms. Based in the United Arab Emirates, Kassem has made meaningful contributions to understanding how educators perceive, adopt, and implement emerging technologies in their teaching practice. His most-cited work, "Exploring Technology Acceptance: Teachers' Perspectives on Robotics in Teaching and Learning in the UAE" (2023), has garnered 12 citations and examines how robotics can serve as a powerful vehicle for developing critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaborative skills among students. This research builds upon his earlier investigations into teacher training and intention to use robotics, demonstrating a sustained, longitudinal commitment to this field since at least 2016. Kassem's scholarship is particularly valuable for educators and policymakers navigating the rapid expansion of STEM education initiatives across the Gulf region. His research sheds light on the attitudinal and pedagogical barriers teachers face when integrating robotics, offering practical insights that can inform more effective teacher preparation programs and technology adoption frameworks across diverse educational contexts.