Mr. Faraj Suwan
- َQualifications: Master degree
- Academic Rank: Lecturer
- Department of English Language
- Faculty of Arts and Languages
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Roles
- I am a Libyan university lecturer specializing in Applied Linguistics and English Language. I got my BA degree from the University of AlJabal AlGharbi (Western Mountain), and my MA degree from the University of Tripoli (formerly Alfateh University), Libya. I have done my doctoral research at the University of Essex, United Kingdom. I also hold a certificate in Teaching English language from the University of Surrey in Britain, as well as two other certificates in English language from the University of and Chelsea Language Centre. I have published nine books, and more two are in preparation. I have written several articles, papers and poems. I usually publish my work on my website, AcademiWorld.org, which is considered the first Libyan website concerned with scientific research
Careers
The University of Nottingham, Centre for English Language Education
Certificate: General Professional English Course 2006
Tripoli University
MA in English Language Teaching 2001
Thesis: The Chomskyan Theory and its Implications for Language Teaching and Learning
Surrey University, English Language Institute
Certificate: Libyan Teacher- Training course 2000
National Bureau for Computer Services
Certificate of Achievement 1998
Areas of Concentration: Computer Principles, Windows Operating System and DOS
Aljabal Algharbi University
B.A. Honors in English 1997
Areas of Concentration: English Language
[Minor: French]
Honors Thesis: English Poetry: Samuael Taylor Coleridge as an Example
The English School at the Chelsea Centre Certificate of Achievement 1996
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Tripoli University
Assistant Lecturer – Lecturer (Writing, Translation and Grammar) 2001-2005
Developed Syllabus and over all course structure, including weekly lab practicum, exam development, met with students upon request, and graded all written work including final exam papers
Instructor – General English 1, 2 (to students at other departments and faculties) 2001-2003
Developed Syllabus and over all course structure, and graded all written work including final exam
Papers
Azzahra High Institute for the Preparation of Teachers
Collaborator – Taught General English January 2001 – January 2002
Azzahra High Institute for Collective Professions
Collaborator –Taught ESP for students at Electricity Department January 2001 – January 2002
Tripoli College
Teacher of English January 1998 – January 2000
Ali Ibn Abi Taleb Secondary School
Teacher of English 1998 – 2001
Related experience
Tripoli University, Faculty of Arts, Aljafara Branch
Head of English Department 09/2011 –02/2012
Tripoli University, Faculty of Arts, Aljafara Branch
Head of English Department 2003-2005
I am currently a lecturer of English and Applied Linguistics in Tripoli University, Faculty of Arts, leading Study and Examination at Assawani Branch
I am also the owner and administrator of AcademiWorld.org
PUBLICATIONS AND PAPERS
I have written and translated several papers and articles. I also have published three books and another two books are in press.
(2017), The Chomskyan Theory and its Implications for Language Teaching and Learning, CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform; 1 edition (April 16, 2017).
(2016), Important Topics in Linguistics: Selected Essays,ISBN-13: 9781540806413.
(2017), Scientific Research: Concepts, Ideas, Methods and Operations. Written in Arabic. Ibn Annadeem for Publication and Distribution and Dar Arrawafed Althaqafia.
(2017), Motivation, Language Learning Strategies, Autonomy and EFL Proficiency: A Study of Libyan University English Majors. CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform; 1 edition. (December 3, 2017).
(2018), Research Methods: An Introduction to Research Methods and how to Conduct Studies. Montada Alma'aref. Written in Arabic.
(2018), Qualitative Research in Applied Linguistics. Ibn Annadeem for Publication and Distribution and Dar Arrawafed Althaqafia. Written in Arabic.
(2019), Translation: Theoretical bases and Practice. Ibn Annadeem for Publication and Distribution and Dar Arrawafed Althaqafia. Written in Arabic.
(2019), Specialized Translation. Ibn Annadeem for Publication and Distribution and Dar Arrawafed Althaqafia. Written in Arabic.
And here is a sample of papers I published:
‘’A Review of McCrosties’s (2007) ‘Examining Learner Vocabulary Notebooks’’ Paper, University of Essex, 23/1/2009.
‘’Methods and Criteria of Evaluation in CALL’’, University of Essex, 12/1/2009.
‘’Autonomy: From Theory to Practice in the Libyan Context’’, University of Essex, 17/04/2007.
‘’Factors Affecting Strategy Use’’, University of Essex, 20/04/2007.
‘’Factors Affecting English Teaching and its Materials Preparation in Libya’’, University of Essex, 11/3/2007.
‘’Beliefs About Language Learning and Strategies Use: A Case Study of a Libyan Learner’’, University of Essex. 11/1/2007.
‘’Views on Language Acquisition: A Differential Analysis’’, a paper submitted to the Center for English Language Education CELE, University of Nottingham, 18/06/2006.
(2003) ‘’Noam Chomsky: From Language to Revolution, Fadaat, 7, 111 – 124. Written in Arabic.
(2004), ‘’Internet: Culture, Economy, Politics and Society’’, Fadaat, 6, 83 – 93. Written in Arabic.
As well as other published studies and articles on diverse places, especially on http://academiworld.org/
LANGUAGES
Arabic – Native Language
English – speak fluently and read/write with high proficiency
French – A little
Summary
· Strong computing background including Office, Website creation, Computer Assisted Language Learning Software (CALL) such as Hot Potatoes, SPSS, humble experience in Visual Basic programming, Acrobat Dreamweaver, and Adobe Acrobat 8 Professional.
· Skilled at learning new concepts quickly, working under pressure, and communicating ideas clearly and effectively.
· Demonstrated Achievement at Poetry.com as a Most Valuable Poet.
Research Interests
Applied linguistics, English teaching and learning, language learning strategies, learner autonomy, translation, and artificial intelligence
External Activities
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Publications