Roles

1. 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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