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Adil Elshiekh Abdalla

@adilelshiekhabdalla

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Senior Assistant Professor specializing in Applied Linguistics and Arabic Language.

Malaysia

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters academic leadership and innovation in language education.

I am a highly accomplished Senior Assistant Professor with over three decades of experience in Applied Linguistics and Teaching Arabic as a Foreign Language. My journey has been marked by a commitment to curriculum development, research, and postgraduate supervision, where I have successfully guided numerous PhD and Master's candidates to completion.

Throughout my career, I have held various academic positions, including Senior Lecturer and Deputy Dean, where I contributed to strategic planning and program enhancement. My research interests span forensic linguistics, bilingual lexicography, and cultural challenges in second language acquisition, and I have published extensively in these areas. I am dedicated to advancing the study and teaching of the Arabic language, particularly within the Southeast Asian context.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Senior Assistant Professor

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Sultan Sharif Ali Islamic University

Jul 2019 - Present (6 years 1 month)

Promoted to Senior Assistant Professor based on strong academic contributions and leadership. Contributed to curriculum development and program enhancement within the Faculty of Arabic Language. Mentored and supervised postgraduate students, successfully guiding 6 PhD candidates and 10 Master's students to completion.

Curriculum Development Academic Leadership Research

Senior Lecturer & Deputy Dean

Sultan Sharif Ali Islamic University

Nov 2014 - Present (10 years 9 months)

Served as Deputy Dean, contributing to administrative oversight and strategic planning for the faculty. Spearheaded initiatives to enhance Arabic language programs and teaching methodologies. Delivered lectures across diverse courses in Applied Linguistics and Arabic language.

Strategic Planning

Assistant Professor & Director, Language Centre

Al-Madinah International University

Apr 2007 - Present (18 years 4 months)

Directed the Language Centre, overseeing language instruction and resource development. Introduced innovative teaching methods, including the use of video conferencing for teaching Arabic to non-native speakers. Managed faculty and staff within the Language Centre to ensure high-quality language education.

Language Instruction Resource Development Video Conferencing Faculty Management Language Education

Lecturer

College Islam Darulridzuan

Jun 2006 - Present (19 years 2 months)

Designed and delivered engaging Arabic Language courses for diverse student populations. Gained foundational teaching experience, developing strong pedagogical skills in Arabic language instruction.

Student Engagement

Professor / Senior Assistant Professor

International Islamic University Malaysia

Aug 1990 - Present (35 years)

Progressed through academic ranks, demonstrating consistent excellence in teaching and research. Taught a comprehensive range of Arabic language and linguistics courses. Contributed to the academic vibrancy of one of the region's leading Islamic universities.

Arabic Linguistics Academic & Research Curriculum Development

Arabic Language Teacher

Sudan Secondary Schools, Ministry of Education

Jan 1986 - Present (39 years 7 months)

Gained foundational teaching experience, developing strong pedagogical skills in Arabic language instruction. Designed and delivered engaging Arabic Language courses for diverse student populations.

Curriculum Development Classroom Management

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Malaya

Ph.D., Applied Linguistics

Completed a Ph.D. in Applied Linguistics, focusing on advanced linguistic theories and their practical applications. Engaged in in-depth research and scholarly work within the field.

Khartoum International Institute for Arabic

M.A., Teaching Arabic for Non-Arabic Speakers

Obtained a Master of Arts in Teaching Arabic for Non-Arabic Speakers. Focused on pedagogical methods and linguistic principles essential for effective Arabic language instruction to non-native speakers.

International Islamic University, Malaysia

Postgraduate Diploma, Human Sciences

Completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Human Sciences, broadening knowledge in various humanistic disciplines. This program provided a comprehensive understanding of human behavior and societal structures.

Cairo University, Khartoum Branch

B.A., Arabic Language and Literature

Earned a Bachelor of Arts in Arabic Language and Literature. Studied the intricacies of Arabic grammar, syntax, semantics, and classical and modern Arabic literature.