College of Educational Sciences Discusses Doctoral Research Proposal

The College of Educational Sciences at the Islamic University of Minnesota - Main Center held a scientific seminar on Monday, May 11, 2026, to discuss the doctoral research proposal submitted by Iyad Fouad Abdulhai, a Ph.D. candidate in the Department of Educational Administration. The proposal was entitled: "Job Burnout among Secondary School Teachers in Makkah and Its Relationship to School Leadership Styles in Light of Selected Professional Variables."

The seminar, organized by the Deanship of Graduate Studies via Zoom, was part of the University's ongoing academic and research initiatives aimed at supporting specialized educational studies and promoting scholarly research on issues related to educational environments and the professional development of educators.

The proposed study seeks to examine the prevalence of job burnout among secondary school teachers in the city of Makkah and to analyze its relationship with prevailing school leadership styles. It also explores the impact of several professional variables associated with the educational work environment, with the objective of generating scientific findings that may contribute to enhancing administrative and educational climates within schools.

The seminar discussion committee was chaired by Associate Professor Dr. Hiba Tawfiq Abu Ayada, Head of the Department of Educational Administration. Committee members included Dr. Atheer Husni Al-Kouri, Dr. Ahmed Orabi, and Dr. Alia Omar Faraj.

The session featured extensive academic discussions addressing the methodological and scientific dimensions of the research proposal. Committee members offered a range of observations and scholarly recommendations aimed at strengthening the study’s theoretical framework, refining its research instruments, and enhancing its methodological design to ensure the achievement of its academic objectives.

Participants emphasized the significance of the research topic in light of the professional challenges faced by teachers and highlighted the potential contribution of the study’s findings to supporting educational decision-makers and improving leadership practices within schools, thereby fostering a more effective educational environment.

The seminar reflects the College of Educational Sciences’ commitment to encouraging high-quality scholarly research that addresses contemporary educational issues and contributes to the advancement of educational and administrative thought through modern scientific approaches, ultimately supporting the continuous improvement of educational processes and outcomes.