Omar Hazaymeh | Applied Linguistics | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Omar Hazaymeh | Applied Linguistics | Best Researcher Award

Al-Balqa Applied University / Al-Huson University College, Jordan

Dr. Omar Mohammad-Ameen Ahmad Hazaymeh, in Jordan, is an accomplished linguist and educator. He holds a PhD in Applied Linguistics from Red Sea University (2017) and has an extensive academic career, serving as a faculty member at Al-Balqa Applied University, Jordan. With a deep passion for sociolinguistics, communication, and language contact, Dr. Hazaymeh has contributed significantly to the academic community through numerous publications and research. His work includes studies on bilingualism, sociolinguistics, and language in media, among others. He is dedicated to shaping future linguists and educators through his courses and workshops.

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🎓 Education

Dr. Hazaymeh completed his PhD in Applied Linguistics from Red Sea University, Sudan, in 2017. Prior to this, he earned an MA in Linguistics from Yarmouk University, Jordan, in 1998, and a BA in English (with a minor in Education) from the same institution in 1994. His academic journey reflects a deep commitment to the field of linguistics, with a particular focus on sociolinguistics and language contact.

💼 Experience 

Dr. Hazaymeh has been a faculty member and instructor of English (rank A) at Al-Balqa Applied University / Al-Huson University College in Jordan since 1998. He also served as an instructor for the Jordanian Ministry of Education from 1994 to 1998. In addition to teaching, he has contributed to various academic journals as a peer reviewer and editorial team member. His involvement in higher education has extended beyond teaching, as he has published numerous research papers and been part of various academic initiatives.

🏆 Awards and Honors 

Throughout his career, Dr. Hazaymeh has received several accolades. Notably, his work has been published in prestigious journals such as South Asian Language Review and the Journal of Culture and Development. His contributions to linguistic studies, particularly sociolinguistics and language in media, have earned him recognition and respect. Furthermore, he has attended numerous training courses and workshops, ensuring his skills remain cutting-edge in the evolving field of applied linguistics.

🔬 Research Focus

Dr. Hazaymeh’s research interests encompass sociolinguistics, language contact, communication, semantics, and linguistic heritage. He has conducted significant studies on bilingualism, language interference, and language in media. His work explores the intersection of language and culture, focusing on Arabic and English, as well as the impact of language on social dynamics. Dr. Hazaymeh is particularly interested in language cybersecurity, digital discourse, and the role of communication in the modern world. His publications reflect these diverse interests.

🏆Conclusion 

Dr. Hazaymeh’s exceptional academic achievements, demonstrated by his extensive publications and professional contributions, position him as a strong contender for the Women Researcher Award. With a continued focus on collaborative research and expanding his influence within emerging areas of linguistics, he is poised to make even greater contributions to the field. His commitment to education and research offers a solid foundation for future growth and innovation.

Publication

  1. The impact of bilingualism on ELT in Jordan
    Year: 2004
    Author: O Hazaymeh
    Citations: 17

 

  1. Greeting Patterns in Jordanian Arabic. A Sociolinguistic Study of Greeting Terms in Jordanian Arabic
    Year: 2012
    Author: OMAAOMAAH Hazaymeh
    Citations: 8

 

  1. Code-Mixing To English Language As A Means Of Communication In Jordanian Arabic
    Year: 2021
    Authors: OH Natalia Vanyushina, O Hazaymeh
    Citations: 3

 

  1. English and French Borrowed Words for Euphemism in Jordanian Arabic
    Year: 2019
    Authors: AAJ Omar Hazaymeh, Husein Almutlaq, Mufleh Jarrah
    Citations: 2

 

  1. The Role of Electronic Educational Language Games in Creating Good Learners
    Year: 2024
    Author: O Hazaymeh
    Citations: 1

 

  1. The Proverbial Questioning Expressions in Jordanian Spoken Arabic
    Year: 2023
    Author: OMA Hazaymeh
    Citations: 1

 

  1. A Linguistic Study of Jordanian Popular Metonymic Expressions
    Year: 2022
    Author: O Hazaymeh
    Citations: 1

 

  1. A Cross-Cultural and Linguistic Review of Thankfulness and Gratitude Expressions in Jordanian Arabic
    Year: 2021
    Author: OHM Battah
    Citations: 1

 

  1. A sociolinguistic study of the use of cardinal and ordinal numbers in rhetorical, phraseological expressions in Jordanian spoken Arabic
    Year: 2021
    Author: OMA Hazaymeh
    Citations: 1

 

  1. Typology of Male Forenames in Jordan: A Sociocultural Study
    Year: 2019
    Author: OHHAA Al-Jawarneh
    Citations: 1

 

  1. Chronicles of an era: themes in Arar’s poetry
    Year: 2025
    Author: OMAA Hazaymeh
    Citations: 0

 

  1. A Cross-Linguistic Comprehension of Arabic and English Numerical Idioms and Proverbs
    Year: 2024
    Authors: O Hazaymeh, A Aljawarneh
    Citations: 0

 

  1. A Cross-Linguistic Comprehension of Arabic and English Numerical Idioms and Proverbs
    Year: 2024
    Author: OHA Aljawarneh
    Citations: 0

 

  1. Effective Questioning in the Classroom: An Overview of the Techniques Used by Instructors
    Year: 2024
    Authors: OMAH Zanyar Nathir Ghafar
    Citations: 0

 

  1. Qatar’s Role in Promoting International Peace through Interfaith Dialogue: A Case Study of the Doha International Center for Interfaith Dialogue
    Year: 2024
    Author: OMA Hazaymeh
    Citations: 0

Dariush Izadi | Linguistic anthropology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Dariush Izadi | Linguistic anthropology | Best Researcher Award

Dariush Izadi is a highly motivated researcher and lecturer specializing in Sociolinguistics and Linguistic Anthropology with over 9 years of experience. He is committed to advancing research and teaching in his field, having supervised 25 postgraduate theses and two PhD students. His research interests include Mediated Discourse Analysis, Linguistic Landscapes, and Intercultural Communication. Izadi has published over 20 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters, including a monograph on the spatial and temporal dimensions of interactions. He recently secured a book contract with Cambridge Elements for a forthcoming work titled Discourse, Materiality, and Agency within Everyday Social Interactions (expected February 2025).

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🏆 Evaluation for Best Researcher Award: Dariush Izadi

Strengths for the Award:

  1. Extensive Research Experience: Dr. Izadi has published over 20 peer-reviewed articles, book chapters, and two monographs, demonstrating consistent contributions to Sociolinguistics and Linguistic Anthropology.
  2. Academic Impact and Leadership: He has supervised 25 postgraduate theses and two Ph.D. students, showcasing his ability to mentor emerging scholars while maintaining an active research agenda.
  3. Prestigious Publication Contracts: His upcoming book with Cambridge Elements reflects recognition of his expertise at a high academic level.
  4. Significant Research Grants: Securing multiple grants and scholarships, including from the Australian Linguistic Society and Macquarie University, underscores the value of his work.
  5. International Presence: Frequent participation in prestigious conferences, including Sociolinguistics Symposiums and the American Anthropological Association, highlights his global research engagement.

Areas for Improvement:

  1. Broader Grant Success: Although Dr. Izadi has pursued significant funding opportunities, such as the ARC Discovery Early Career Researcher Award (DECRA), success in high-impact grants could enhance his research capacity.
  2. Collaborative Networks: Expanding his collaborative efforts beyond existing partnerships in Australia to include more international projects could further elevate his academic influence.
  3. Research Diversification: While his work is impactful within specific areas of Sociolinguistics, diversifying research topics to cover more interdisciplinary approaches could widen his scholarly appeal.

 

Academic Qualifications

Ph.D. in Sociolinguistics/Linguistic Anthropology, Macquarie University (2016). M.A. in TESOL, University of Western Sydney (2010). B.A. in Translation, Tehran University, Iran (2001)

Scholarships and Awards

Australian Linguistic Society 2024 Grant: Aetudes and Ethnolects Project. WSU Vice-Chancellor’s Professional Development Scholarship (2021). Australian Postgraduate Award, Macquarie University (2014-2015)

Research Interests

Mediated Discourse Analysis, Classroom Interaction, Sociolinguistics, Linguistic Landscape, Social Semiotics, Multimodal Communication, and more.

Teaching Expertise

Izadi has extensive experience teaching both undergraduate and postgraduate courses, including Sociolinguistics, TESOL Methodologies, Functional Grammar, Discourse Analysis, and Intercultural Communication.

Current Projects

Linguistic and semiotic resources in Sydney’s mourning ceremonies. Phenomenology of shopping as a social practice in Sydney markets. Analysis of the 2022 Iranian protest movement’s semiotics.

 

Publications:

  • About His Friend, How Good She Is, and This and That: General Extenders in Native Persian and Non-Native English Discourse
    • Journal: Journal of Pragmatics
    • Publication Date: 2012

 

  • Spatial Engagement in Persian Ethnic Shops in Sydney
    • Journal: Multimodal Communication
    • Publication Date: 2015

 

  • The Spatial and Temporal Dimensions of Interactions
    • Publisher: Springer International Publishing
    • Publication Date: 2020

 

  • The Framing of the Linguistic Landscapes of Persian Shop Signs in Sydney
    • Journal: Linguistic Landscape. An International Journal
    • Publication Date: 2016

 

  • Semiotic Resources and Mediational Tools in Merrylands, Sydney, Australia: The Case of Persian and Afghan Shops
    • Journal: Social Semiotics
    • Publication Date: 2017

 

  • Translingual Practices Entangled with Semiotized Space and Time
    • Journal: Australian Review of Applied Linguistics
    • Publication Date: 2022

 

  • The Small Things of Global South: Exploring the Use of Social Media Through Translingualism
    • Journal: Discourse, Context & Media
    • Publication Date: 2023

 

  • Woman/Life/Freedom: The Social Semiotics Behind the 2022 Iranian Protest Movement
    • Journal: Discourse, Context & Media
    • Publication Date: 2024

 

  • Doing Penance as a Nexus of Practice: Linguistic and Semiotic Resources in the Social Practice of Mourning Ceremonies
    • Journal: Australian Review of Applied Linguistics
    • Publication Date: 2022

 

📊 Conclusion:

Dr. Dariush Izadi is a well-qualified candidate for a Best Researcher Award. His proven track record in research, teaching, and publication, alongside his leadership in academic projects, aligns strongly with the award criteria. Continued success in securing high-profile grants and expanding interdisciplinary research would further solidify his status as a leading researcher.

 

Mahsa Alinasab | Applied Linguistics | Best Researcher Award

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 Dr. Mahsa Alinasab| Applied Linguistics | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Mahsa Alinasab is an accomplished Assistant Professor of Applied Linguistics at Urmia University, Iran. With a Ph.D. in Applied Linguistics/TESOL and numerous accolades, including 2nd rank in the national TESOL Ph.D. exam, she has a robust academic background. Dr. Alinasab has published extensively in prestigious journals and presented at international conferences. Her research interests span genre-based revising strategies, academic writing, and conflict negotiation in research articles. She is a dedicated educator, teaching a variety of linguistics and TESOL courses, and actively contributes as a reviewer for multiple international journals.

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Education 🎓

B.A. in English Language and Literature, Urmia University, Iran (2009-2012), M.A. in TESOL, Urmia University, Iran (2013-2015), Ph.D. in Applied Linguistics/TESOL (2016-2021)

🏅 Honors

2nd rank in TESOL Ph.D. national exam in 2015. Top Postgraduate Student of Urmia University/Faculty of Literature and Humanities (2020). Selected as a talented and distinguished student by the Academic Guidance Office of Talented Students, Urmia University, Iran (2021)

📚 Holding Specialized Workshops as Lecturer

How to Write Scientific Research Papers: For Ph.D. and M.A. students in TESOL, Faculty of Literature and Humanities, Urmia University (2017) (Frequent). English for Specific Purposes (ESP) Courses: For the academic faculty of Urmia University, Royaye Danesh Language School (2018-2019). English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Courses: For Ph.D. students in different disciplines, Royaye Danesh Language School (2019)

🎓 Participation in Specialized Courses and Lectures

Significance of Language Documentation and Revitalization: International teacher training college (2020). Academic Literacy Development in EAP Classes: Tehran University of Medical Sciences (2020). Bronwyn T. Williams, Constructing Literate Identities: Genre, Response, and Student Writers’ Perceptions of Agency: Tehran University of Medical Sciences (2020). Ken Hyland, Working with Writing: Understanding Texts, Writers, and Readers Agency: Tehran University of Medical Sciences (2020). Brian Tomlinson, Bringing the Course Book to Life: Tehran University of Medical Sciences (2020). Henry Widdowson, On the Subject of English and Applied Linguistics: Tehran University of Medical Sciences (2020). Reader-writer Interaction via Discourse Markers: 5th International Conference on Language, Discourse, and Pragmatics, Shahid Chamran University, Ahvaz (2019). Planning Research in Applied Linguistics: 5th International Conference on Language, Discourse, and Pragmatics, Shahid Chamran University, Ahvaz (2019).  Corrective Feedback: Islamic Azad University, Urmia (2017)

Publications Top Notes 📝

  • Academic conflict in applied linguistics research article discussions: The case of native and non-native writers
    • Authors: K Sadeghi, M Alinasab
    • Journal: English for Specific Purposes
    • Cited by: 24
    • Year: 2020

 

  • Source-based tasks in writing independent and integrated essays
    • Authors: J Gholami, M Alinasab
    • Journal: International Journal of Instruction
    • Cited by: 24
    • Year: 2017

 

  • Genre-based revising strategies of graduate students in applied linguistics: Insights from term papers
    • Authors: M Alinasab, J Gholami, Z Mohammadnia
    • Journal: Journal of English for Academic Purposes
    • Cited by: 14
    • Year: 2021

 

  • Academic Writing Courses in Applied Linguistics Master’s Programs Through Student-instructor Lenses: Avenues for Improvement
    • Authors: M Alinasab, J Gholami, Z Mohammadnia
    • Journal: Teaching English as a Second Language Quarterly (Formerly Journal of …)
    • Cited by: 3
    • Year: 2021

 

  • Transition to PhD Program in TEFL: A Cross-Sectional Account of Students’ Concerns
    • Authors: J Gholami, M Alinasab, S Ayiewbey, M Nasimfar
    • Journal: The Journal of Applied Linguistics and Applied Literature: Dynamics and …
    • Cited by: 3
    • Year: 2019