Ammar A. Merhbi
Interested in researching CALL and implementing/integrating technology in English classes and school curriculum. Specialist in integrating technology in educational institutions. Teacher trainer and curriculum developer in integrating technology in education. Specialist in Educating/training teachers in the successful integration of technology (with an emphasis on English language teachers). LMS/ Moodle Expert in course design. Google Certified Teacher. Rapid E-learning expert (Captivate, Articulate). Expert in Blended e-learning.
Head of English Department and educational technology integration specialist with over 9 years of experience. Successful at introducing English language and literature from different points of view that gain interest and adds didactic value. Strong leadership, communication and student advocacy skills. Excellent teaching credentials and background in teaching High School levels. Experienced instructor and educational leader and senior teacher in creating learning environments that are relaxed and enjoyable. Accomplished at optimizing learning in multi-cultural settings via the innovative integration of technology, the sharing of ideas, and by providing a framework that inspires skills development in learners of all ages and backgrounds. Successful leader as Head of English Department. Experienced in delivering training/teacher development just-in-time workshops and “cognitive apprenticeship" on integrating technology, especially CALL, in classrooms and the curriculum. Designer and developer of school curriculum. Expert in advanced learning technologies/e-learning and their whole-school/classroom integration using sound pedagogy.
Primary Interests:
Education
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M.A., Educational Technology and TESOL
The University of Manchester
2011
Work Experience
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Head of English department and Educational Technology Specialist
Employer: Dar Jana International School
September 2004 - present
Membership in Professional Organizations
- ISTE
- TESOL
Languages Spoken
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English
Advanced proficiency
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Arabic
Native speaker
Psychology Mentors, Inspirations, and Influences
Ammar A. Merhbi
Rawda Dist. Alkayal Str.,
21312 Jeddah
Saudi Arabia
- Mobile: 00966543437996