Dr. Yacob Ali

Instructor

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Biography

Yacob Ali is a part-time faculty member at the Harrington School of Communication and Media at the University of Rhode Island. He specializes in professional public writing, focusing on teaching and learning theories, motivation in education, and the practices of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL). With a background that includes a Ph.D. in Instructional Academic Curriculum from the University of Oklahoma, Ali has a rich educational history, having earned both an M.Ed. in ESL and an M.A. in English from the same institution. He is proactive in addressing language interference issues that TESOL students face, applying his expertise to enhance their learning experiences. His work combines theoretical underpinnings with practical applications, making him a valuable asset in the field of education and communication.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Rhode Island

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:18
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:115
Overall
Required:115
GRE General
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree with undergraduate credit in communication studies Research paper written for an undergraduate course
Application Checklist
  • Official transcripts
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Statement of purpose
  • Resume
  • TOEFL/IELTS (for non-native speakers)
  • Writing sample
Specialization Notes

Department of Communication and Department of Communication Studies both refer to the M.A. in Communication Studies with specializations in Interpersonal Communication, Media Studies, Organizational Communication, and Public Discourse.