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Wide experience teaching Arabic Literature (Classic and Modern) and Arabic Language Courses at all levels. As the coordinator of the Semitic Languages Program, oversees Arabic and Hebrew Language courses, including academic administrative tasks. Advocated for the addition of a variety of new courses, including Modern Arabic Fiction and Arabic Women Writers, as well as separate Heritage Language classes. Continuously updates and builds the program to ensure academic success for courses offered at Concordia University. Has brought extensive experience to Concordia University for more than ten years. Previously worked at York University, Wilfrid Laurier University, and Middlebury College. Additionally taught Arabic as a Foreign Language at Alexandria University. Research interests lie in the fields of teaching Arabic as a Foreign Language and Arabic Culture and Identity, focusing on heritage language education, language identity, and language acquisition.
Administered by the Mel Hoppenheim School of Cinema; focuses on cinematic arts practice and research-creation.