Assistant Professor
Faculty of General Education
Research Interests
- World Literature
- Cultural Studies
- Philosophy
- Religious Studies
- Communication
- Critical Studies
Elhafiz Mohammed Ahmed Elwaly is a distinguished assistant professor and researcher specializing in English language teaching and applied linguistics. He holds a Ph.D. in English Language Teaching from Alzaiem Alazhari University, Sudan, and an M.A. in Applied Linguistics from Nile Valley University.
With extensive academic experience across Oman, Saudi Arabia, and Sudan, he has held teaching positions at esteemed institutions, including the Modern College of Business and Science, Al Jouf University, and Sudan International University. His research focuses on English for Specific Purposes (ESP), English language teaching, academic writing, and remedial language programs.
Beyond teaching, Elwaly is actively involved in curriculum development, student assessment, and academic advising. Committed to advancing language education, he integrates innovative pedagogical strategies to enhance student-learning outcomes. A dedicated member of professional organizations such as TESOL Sudan and IATEFL, he continues contributing to the field through research, conference participation, and scholarly publications.
Education
Ph.D. in Literature, Theology and Religious Studies | University of Glasgow | United Kingdom
Expected to submit in September 2024Master of Letters in Modernities (MLitt), Postgraduate Certificate in Literature | University of Glasgow | United Kingdom
Learning to Teach Online Certificate | UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales) and offered through Coursera
Bachelor of Education in English (B.Ed) | University of Nizwa | Sultanate of Oman
General Education Diploma (Bilingual) | Al Sahwa Schools | Sultanate of Oman
Experience Summary
Acting Director of Communications | Modern College of Business & Science | Muscat, Oman
Role includes:
- Identify and mentor internal graduates for potential full-time roles.
- Lead bilingual external communications. Create press releases and media materials.
- Manage media relations. Oversee press events.
- Revitalize internal communications strategies.
- Oversee production of bilingual content for both internal and external audiences.
- Utilize fluent English and Arabic skills in all written and verbal communications.
Deputy Head of General Education | Modern College of Business & Science | Muscat, Oman
Experience includes:
- Support faculty development, manage timetable and syllabus distribution, and liaise with HR.
- Promote the department internally and externally and enhance its visibility across the college.
- Conduct departmental and board meetings.
- Resolve issues and address concerns from students, faculty, staff, and parents.
Lecturer of Humanities and Social Sciences | Modern College of Business & Science | Muscat, Oman
Experience includes:
- Teach and design Humanities and Social Science courses, including literature, psychology, writing, media, and public speaking.
- Develop and implement syllabi, course materials, and assessment tools.
- Create instructional materials, such as videos and PowerPoint presentations, and design remedial activities for underperforming students.
- Conduct and grade continuous assessments and exams and advise students on educational goals and strategies.
Acting Head of General Education Department | Modern College of Business & Science | Muscat, Oman
Experience included:
- Served as a vital figure available to address questions, concerns, and communications from students, faculty, staff, parents, with the expectation of a resolution of issues at the department/area level.
- Represented, promoted, and increased awareness of the department both internally and externally through initiatives, e.g. giving an overview of the department at the Post Foundation Orientation Program.
- Provided valuable insight and input in the strategic planning process of the College 2021 – 2022.
- Organized and conducted interviews for potential lecturers to teach at the department.
- Carried out annual staff appraisals.
ESL Lecturer at Center for ESL & Academic Preparation | Modern College of Business & Science | Muscat, Oman Role included:
- Taught academic writing to first-year students and assessed their assignments.
- Coordinated cultural events with Fulbright Fellows and created instructional materials, including videos and presentations.
- Delivered ESL/TEFL lessons, developed curriculum, and utilized diverse teaching methods.
- Prepared and graded assessments, implemented remedial programs, and participated in staff meetings and professional development workshops.
Selected Publications
- Presented at the Second English Language Symposium at Nizwa University under the title: Factors affecting the learning of literature in HEI’s: An Omani perspective 2023
- Read and reviewed the translated version of the novel The Fountain of the Drowning: The Path of Land and Sea 2021
- Published an article titled: ‘Awlad al-Nas: Transforming our View of Mamluk Egypt’ in ArabLit & ArabLit Quarterly – A magazine of Arabic literature in translation 2021
- Wrote the synopsis for the novel Sabil al-Ghareq for it to be adapted into film/series 2020
- Published an article in Arabic titled: ‘Sabil al-Ghareq: The Quest for Answers’ 2020
- Creator and Editor in Chief of departmental newsletter: The Oracle Issued 6 newsletters so far. 2020
- Localising Global Texts in the General Foundation Program in Oman
Oman International ELT Conference, 18 April 2012 – Sultan Qaboos University, Muscat, Oman 2012 - A Comparative Reading of Contemporary and Muslim War Fiction
Unpublished dissertation in fulfilment of master’s degree requirements 2010