| Email: [email protected] Phone Number: 0566784223 | Academic Qualifications | | Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Teaching English Language Education (TESOL) University Science Malaysia – Penang, Malaysia | 2011-2014 Master of Education (MA) in Teaching English Language Education (TESOL) University Science Malaysia – Penang, Malaysia | 2009-2011 Bachelor in Art (B.Sc.) English Language & Translation /Ajman University – Ajman, United Arab Emirates 2002-2006 Secondary School Certificate / Al Murajeb School – Al Ain, United Arab Emirates 2002 | | Academic Experiences | | Ø Assistant Professor in English, General Education, Al Wasl University / 2026- Present Ø Academic Advisor, General Education, Al Wasl University /2024- Present Ø English Language Leader, Injaz Program / 2022-2025 Ø Assistant Professor in English, General Education, Al Falah University / 2019-2022 Ø English Language Instructor, Al Falah University / 2018-2019 Ø Visiting Lecture in English, Utara University, Malaysia /2014-2015 Ø PhD Research Assistant, University Science Malaysia /2011-2014 | | Administrative Experiences | | Ø Head of Translation Committee / 2024- Present Ø Supervisor of Injaz Program- Dubai & Fujairah Branches / 2023- 2024 Ø Assistant Dean, Student Affairs | Al Falah University / 2021-2022 Ø English Language Leader, Injaz Program / 2022- 2025 Ø Head of General Education and Language Centre / Al Falah University / 2020- 2022 Ø Administrative Coordinator, English Private School of Kalba, UAE /2006–2008 | | List of Committees | | Ø Head of the translation committee/ Al Wasl University. Ø Member of the scientific research committee/ Al Wasl University Ø Member for training and developing committee/ Al Wasl University Ø Member of the Deans’ Council/Al Falah University. Ø Member of the Academic Plans and Programs Committee/ Al Falah University | | Published Research | | Ø Yousef, R. (2026). Factors affecting Undergraduate university students’ Lifelong employability performance, English language teaching journal. ( in press) Ø Alsswey, A., Al–Samarraie, H., Yousef, R. (2021). Hofstede’s dimensions of culture and gender differences in UI satisfaction, Journal of Reliable Intelligent Environments. Ø Alalwan, N., Cheng, L., Al–Samarraie, H., Yousef, R., Ibrahim Alzahrani, A., Sarsam, S.M. (2020). Challenges and Prospects of Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality Utilization among Primary School Teachers: A Developing Country Perspective., Studies in Educational Evaluation 66,100876 Ø Halaweh, M., Elbahi, M., Kamel, A., Kabha, R., Yousef, R., (2020). Exploring the use of social media platforms by public universities., International Journal of Web Portals 12(2), pp. 41-56 Ø Alomari, I., Al–Samarraie, H., Yousef, R. (2019). The role of gamification techniques in promoting student learning: A review and synthesis Open Access. Journal of Information Technology Education: Research 18, pp. 395-417 Ø Yousef, R., & Jamil, H. & Razak, N. (2013). Willingness to Communicate in English: A study of Pre-service English teachers, English language teaching journal. | | Courses Taught | | Ø English Language Courses: English (I), English (II), Writing (I), Grammar (I), Advanced Grammar, Advanced Writing Skills, Advanced Reading Skills, and Listening & Speaking Skills. Ø Linguistics and TESOL: Second Language Acquisition, Teaching English as a Foreign Language. Ø Test Preparation: IELTS Preparation Course. Ø Specialized English Courses: Technical English (for Computer Science majors), Media Skills in English (for Media and Journalism students), English Language Proficiency Course (for non-degree students), Fundamental and Jurisprudential Terms and Skills in English, Specialized Texts in English, Islamic Terminologies and Readings in English Language, English for specific purposes. Ø General Education: Innovation & Entrepreneurship, Critical Thinking. | | Scientific Seminars, Conferences, and Community Engagement | | Ø Workshop Leader: “Implementing and Designing Course Files” – Delivered to all trainers and instructors at Al Wasl University (2023) Ø Train-the-Trainer Program: Completed a 3-day professional workshop focused on enhancing instructional and learning processes (2023). Ø British Council Certification: Awarded the “Train the Trainer” Certificate by the British Council (2022). Ø Conference Participation: Participated in the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th AFU Virtual International Conference, Al Falah University, Dubai (2018, 2019, and 2021). Ø LMS Training: Completed professional development course on online course design and management. Ø Pedagogical Training: Completed professional development on effective teaching methodologies, and curriculum design. Ø Digital Tools for Teaching and Learning: Completed professional training on integrating educational technology, multimedia tools, and online platforms to enhance student engagement Ø Designing a rubric (Higher College of Technology workshop) /6.1.2023 | | Awards and Memberships | | Graduate Assistant Schema University Science Malaysia/ (2011-2014) Member, TESOL Arabia United Arab Emirates (2018-2022) | | Teaching Philosophy | | I believe English education is a powerful tool for shaping critical thinkers, confident communicators, and responsible global citizens. I strive to challenge students intellectually while supporting them emotionally, creating a classroom where diverse voices are valued and ideas are examined with depth and purpose. Through rigorous instruction, meaningful dialogue, and authentic texts, I empower students to master language, think independently, and use words to influence, inspire, and create change to prepare them for the labor market. | |
