Wafa' Abdemahdi Hazaymeh, Ph.D
Assistant Professor
Al Ain Campus

Biography
Assistant Professor in teaching English Language Curriculum and Instructions (Applied Linguistics)
EDUCATION
- PhD in English Curriculum and Instructions (Applied Linguistics), Yarmouk University, Irbid, Jordan, 2012
- MA in Linguistics, Yarmouk University, Irbid, Jordan, 2008
- Diploma in Educational Methods of English, Yarmouk University, Irbid, Jordan, 2004
- BA in English language and literature, Yarmouk University, Irbid, Jordan, 1991
Academic experience
- Assistant Professor in teaching English Language Curriculum and Instructions (Applied Linguistics) September 2019 to present - AL Ain University -
- Assistant Professor (Head of General Education Department and Foundation Program), Al- Khwarizmi International University College February 2013 to June 2018
- English Language supervisor, Ministry of Education, Jordan June 2010 to February 2012
- English Language Instructor at High Schools, Ministry of Education, Jordan April 1992 – to June 2010
Teaching Courses
Master level
- Educational Technology and its Applications in Islamic Education - Master
- Assessment and Classroom Environment
Diploma level
- Foundations of Education- Diploma
- Instructional Technology - Diploma
- Educational Psychology - Diploma
- Assessment and Classroom Environment – Diploma
Bachelor level
- Instructional Technology
- Introduction to Psychology
- Educational Psychology
- Teaching Diverse Students
- English 101
- English 102
- Business Communications
- Teaching English Writing Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Islamic Culture
- Preparation for Work
- Business Ethics
- Environmental Issues
- English Composition
Non-academic experience
- Experience in creating program planning and implementation skills.
- Experience in Electronic Learning and demonstrated ability to integrate technology into the learning environment and teaching curriculum and instructions.
- Having the ability to function as a team player within a multi-cultural work environment
- Experience in Education Reform Support Program, Leadership in Education
- Experience in English Interactive Online (EIO), Curriculum Computerizing
- Experience in Best Practices in Critical Thinking Skills
Certifications or professional registration
- A certificate from the Ministry of Education for participating in the challenge of the World Arabic Language Day
- A certificate from the UAE Syndication Association for Cancer Patients in the UAE for participating in the Emotional Intelligence
- A certificate from the Training and Professional department in the Ministry of Education/ UAE for my participation in the Second Teacher Forum
- A Certificate of training in "Ebrary content & functionality"
- A Certificate in "Emerald Platform User Courses”
- A Certificate in "IEEE Computer Society Digital Library Workshop"
- A Certificate in "Understanding Los Delivery and Assessment with focus on the Topic Level Workshop"
Current membership in professional organisations
- A member of the College Council of Education, Humanities and Social Sciences Council as a representative of Dept. of Professional Diploma in Teaching at Al Ain University.
- The Head of Standard 4 (Program Effect) in International Accreditation (CAEP)
- Chairman of Examining Students’ Achievements Portfolio
- A member of the following committees at AAU:
- Quality Assurance for Administrative Affairs, Strategic Plan Committee
- Community Engagement, Academic Advisement, Electronic Education, Coordination Among Campuses, Student Grievances
Service activities
- Participation in the challenge of the World Arabic Language Day
- Participation in the Emotional Intelligence to support the UAE Syndication Association for Cancer Patients
- Participation in the Second Teacher Forum
Publications
- Hazaymeh, W. A. (2022). "Teachers' Perceptions of Code Switching Functions and Effects in English as a Foreign Language Classrooms" (Accepted for publication)
- Hazaymeh, W. A., (2022). EFL Teachers’ Perceptions on the Motivational Strategies for Successful Online Learning Environment. Journal of Positive Psychology and Wellbeing, 6, 1, 1190-1202. https://journalppw.com/index.php/jppw/article/view/1320
- Hazaymeh, W. A., & Alomery, M. K. (2022). The Effectiveness of Visual Mind Mapping Strategy for Improving English Language Learners' Critical Thinking Skills and Reading Ability. European Journal of Educational Research, 11, 1, 141-150. https://doi.org/10.12973/eu-jer.11.1.141
- Hazaymeh, W. A. (2021). EFL students’ perceptions of online distance learning for enhancing English language learning during Covid-19 pandemic. International Journal of Instruction,14, 3, pp. 501-518. https://doi.org/10.29333/iji.2021.14329a
- Hazaymeh, W.A. (2020). The Impact of Integrating Digital Technologies with Learners’ Multiple Intelligences to Facilitate Learning English as a Foreign Language. Asian EFL Journal, 27(4.1), 182-212. https://www.asian-efl-journal.com
- Rehim, M, Alsalaymeh, A. and Hazaymeh, W. (2020). Traditional Theories of Development versus the Theory of Symbolic Sites of Belonging. Opción, Año 36, Especial.27, 1399-1413. https://doi.org/10.13140/RG.2.2.29454.38722
- Hazaymeh, W., & Altakhaineh, A. (2019). The Effect of Flipped Classroom Instruction on Developing Emirati EFL Learners’ Pragmatic Competence. International Journal of Learning, Teaching and Educational Research,18, (10), pp. 89-111. https://doi.org/10.26803/ijlter.18.10.6
- Hazaymeh, W.A. (2012). The Effect of a Proposed Instructional E-program on Developing Jordanian First Secondary EFL Students' Pragmatic Competence. Unpublished Doctoral dissertation, Yarmouk University.
- Hazaymeh, W.A. (2008). A Sociolinguistic Study of Written Expressions on Vehicles in Jordan. Unpublished Master Thesis, Yarmouk University.
Recent professional development activities
Workshops on different topics such as:
- Micro-teaching
- How to use online library databases effectively
- The Effective Use of Turnitin
- A training course for the online courses (Moodle)
- Innovation & Creative Thinking for problem-solving
- Innovative Pedagogies for Better Student Engagement
- International Accreditation (CAEP)
- QS Ranking System
- Forum of Second Subjects / Teacher Training Institute
- Risk Management
- Program Leaders & Personal Skill and Training Form
- Engaging learners in Classroom & Solving Student's Problems
- Library Resources & E-textbooks workshop
- Research Methods and SPSS
- Leeds Met- UK Seminar
- Writing Well Organized, Clear and Correct Essay
- Final Exam Proctoring & Assessment
- The improvement of quality and efficiency of education
EFL Teachers’ Perceptions on the Motivational Strategies for Successful Online Learning Environment
Published in: Journal of Positive Psychology and Wellbeing
Mar 28, 2022
Evaluating the Practicum Program of the Faculty of Education, Humanities and Social Sciences at Al-Ain University from the Perspective of Pre-service Teachers
Published in: The International Journal of Humanities Education
Feb 22, 2022
The Effectiveness of Visual Mind Mapping Strategy for Improving English Language Learners' Critical Thinking Skills and Reading Ability
Published in: European Journal of Educational Research
Jan 05, 2022
EFL Students’ Perceptions of Online Distance Learning for Enhancing English Language Learning During Covid-19 Pandemic
Published in: International Journal of Instruction
Jul 01, 2021
The Impact of Integrating Digital Technologies with Learners’ Multiple Intelligences to Facilitate Learning English as a Foreign Language
Published in: Asian EFL Journal
Oct 01, 2020
Traditional theories of development versus the theory of symbolic sites of belonging
Published in: Opción, Año 36, Especial.27, 1399-1413
May 01, 2020