
Dr. Areej ElSayary is an Associate Professor within the College of Interdisciplinary Studies. She previously served as the Graduate Program Coordinator within Zayed University’s College of Education. She is a distinguished academic experienced in Cyberpsychology, Interdisciplinary STE(A)M Education, curriculum design, teaching methodologies, assessment strategies, and school accreditation. Her knowledge and experience extend to her role as a certified associate of the Blackboard Academy, a recognized Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA), and a respected Editor and researcher. Dr. Areej has conducted numerous impactful teacher training programs across the United Arab Emirates, further elevating the region's education quality. Beyond academia, she is a Mental Health Ambassador at Zayed University, an ICF Coach Member, a Certified AI Assessment and IEEE member, and a cyberpsychologist bringing her specialized expertise in positive psychology to promote holistic well-being. Her research interests encompass a wide spectrum, spanning cognitive development, cyberpsychology, human-computer interaction, entrepreneurship, innovation, design-thinking, interdisciplinary STE(A)M approaches, and advanced assessment methodologies.