About
Dr.Wedad Aljawder
Dr.Wedad Aljawder is an Assistant Professor at the University of Bahrain, College of Applied Studies. Her academic work focuses on higher education, assessment, educational technology, and the integration of AI in teaching and learning. She has extensive experience in curriculum development, student assessment practices, and academic quality enhancement, and has served in several leadership roles within departmental and college committees related to promotion, curriculum, recruitment, and research.
Career
Thirty years across three institutions
Assistant Professor
- Teaching graduate and undergraduate students in Education, Mathematics, Business, Management, Digital Marketing and eBusiness
- Developing and managing course syllabi, lectures, assessments and assignments aligned with department and college standards
- Designing and delivering fully online courses on Blackboard Ultra, including automated exam workflows and AI-assisted assessment rubrics
- Integrating generative AI tools and frameworks into curriculum design and student research support
- Developing the Responsible GenAI Staged Assessment Model for academic integrity in AI-augmented learning
- Conducting quasi-experimental teaching studies on digital citizenship, anti-corruption and technology-enhanced pedagogy
- Mentoring final-year students in research methodology, thesis development and professional internships
- Collaborating on curriculum development and academic quality assurance
- Coordinating the Continuing Education Programme, 2007 to 2011, and Practical Training, 2008 to 2013
- Coordinating the Faculty Promotions Committee, 2015 to 2019 and 2021 to 2024, and the Faculty Promotions and Recruitment Committee, 2022 to 2024
Adjunct Professor
- ARABC 1102 Research Scientific Writing Basics, delivered on Moodle
- Online Learning Strategies, delivered on Moodle
Adjunct Professor
- MATH 101
Head of Administrators, Supervisors and Teaching Staff Evaluation Department
- Directed the evaluation of all teachers, headmasters, educational supervisors and administrative bodies across every academic level
- Oversaw assessment of educational preparation programmes, professional performance and educational outcomes
- Analysed teacher performance reports and correlated findings with qualification, training and field performance data
Head of Shura Sessions Affairs
- Managed follow-up and study of Shura Council issues, decisions, recommendations and legislative proceedings
- Supervised preparation of session agendas and invitations, and coordination with government entities
- Attended sessions and provided legal and political analysis with legal advisors
- Prepared session reports and ministerial briefings for Cabinet presentation
- Developed methods of cooperation between the Executive Authority and the Shura Council
Educational Specialist
- Provided educational consultation on ministry topics and projects
- Participated in revising the Education Law and the Higher Education Law through legislative channels
- Contributed to the standards for opening private universities and evaluated applications
- Delivered training on employing educational technology and the internet in education
Educational Specialist, Secondary Education Department
- Set criteria for evaluating educational performance and school activities
- Conducted educational field research and recommended solutions for institutional challenges
- Visited schools to monitor progress and evaluate educational and administrative bodies
- Reviewed and analysed examination results, extracted indicators and provided recommendations
Education
Degrees and diplomas
| Qualification | Institution | Years | Thesis or focus |
|---|---|---|---|
| PhD in Education | Saint Joseph University, Lebanon | 2007-2010 | Evaluating Educational Organizations: External and Internal Evaluation |
| Master of Education | Saint Joseph University, Lebanon | 1999-2002 | The Implementation of ICT in Education and Online Learning |
| MSc in Mathematics | University of Bahrain | 1998-2002 | Differential Equations |
| High Diploma of Education | Saint Joseph University, Lebanon | 1996-1997 | |
| High Diploma of Education | University of Bahrain | 1994-1995 | |
| BSc in Mathematics | University of Bahrain | 1990-1995 | |
| Diploma of Business Consulting | UNIDO, Bahrain | 2004 |
Certification
Certifications and professional qualifications
| Certification | Awarding body |
|---|---|
| ISO 9001 Foundation | Professional Evaluation and Certification Board (PECB) |
| ISO 9001 Implementer | Professional Evaluation and Certification Board (PECB) |
| ISO 9001 Auditor | Professional Evaluation and Certification Board (PECB) |
| Level 7 Diploma in Train the Trainer, CPD qualification | UK Professional Development Academy (UKPDA) |
| Professional International Trainer Programme | Gulf Achievements Academy, American Board of Training |
| NLP Certified Instructor Programme | Gulf Achievements Academy, American Council for Neural Programming |
| Training the Trainers (TOT) | Academy of Achievements Gulf, American Board for Training |
| Train the Trainers | United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) |
| Diploma in Business Consulting | United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) |
| Certified Professional Coach | Global Institute |
| ICDL, International Computer Driving Licence | ICDL Foundation |
Capability
Skills and areas of expertise
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AI and educational technology
- Generative AI integration across teaching and assessment
- AI-assisted curriculum design and assessment automation
- Prompt engineering and AI-driven content development
- Responsible AI frameworks for higher education
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Research and analytics
- Qualitative, quantitative and mixed methods
- SPSS and NVivo analysis
- Systematic and narrative literature reviews
- Action research and appreciative inquiry
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Leadership and management
- Educational administration and organisational development
- Strategic planning and institutional evaluation
- Curriculum development and accreditation processes
- Team leadership, delegation and cross-team collaboration
- Project management and change management
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Digital and technical
- Digital marketing, SEO and e-commerce strategy
- Web development with WordPress and Elementor Pro
- Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects and Canva Pro
- Content creation and digital publishing on Amazon KDP
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Languages
- Arabic, native
- English, professional proficiency
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Software and systems
- Learning management: Blackboard Ultra, Moodle, Canvas, D2L, Microsoft 365, Angel, eCollege, Pearson Learning Studio, LoudCloud
- Analysis and authoring: SPSS, NVivo, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Connect, Camtasia, SharePoint, Google Workspace
- Teaching tools: Screencast-O-Matic, VoiceThread, Poll Everywhere, YouTube
Areas of expertise
Pedagogy Teaching strategies and methods Education evaluation Student assessment strategies Educational administration Online education AI in education Generative AI for learning Research methodology Action research Appreciative inquiry Research design Qualitative and quantitative methods Digital marketing E-business Career strategy Leading large-scale change Leadership theory and development Management and ethics Organisational development Organisational strategy and design Organisational innovation and scenario thinking Consulting and intervention Strategic thinking and alignment Systems thinking and decision making
Training delivered
Training programmes conducted
| Programme | Client or host | Years |
|---|---|---|
| Business counsellors development for SMEs, Bahrain, Abu Dhabi and Riyadh | UNIDO | 2005-2006 |
| NLP training course for university employees | University of Bahrain | 2010 |
| Administrative supervision course | Ministry of Municipalities and University of Bahrain | 2010-2011 |
| Interpersonal skills, MGTA 160, administrative diploma | Ministry of Interior | 2009-2010 |
| Reception skills training | Ministry of Municipalities Training Centre | 2011 |
| Writing and preparing reports and administrative correspondence | Civil Aviation and Projacs | 2009 |
| Six Sigma strategy for executive bodies in the private sector, Bahrain and the Gulf | Private sector | 2008 |
| Educational technology and the internet in education | Ministry of Education Training Department | 2001-2002 |
| Performance indicators in school institution evaluation, workshop | Ministry of Education | 2001 |
Conferences
Conference papers and presentations
| Contribution | Event | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Research paper, Using ICT to Support the Educational Decision | 13th Educational Conference | 1998 |
| Workshop, Performance Indicators in School Institution Evaluation | 13th Educational Conference | 1998 |
| Working paper, Teaching the Internet in the Junior High School Classroom | 15th Annual Educational Conference | 2000-2001 |
| Symposium on computer recruitment in the educational process | Arab Bureau of Education, Kuwait | 2001 |
Recognition
Awards and honours
More than 55 honours received since 1995. These four are the milestones.
| Year | Award | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| 1997 | First Place, Educational Projects Competition, Ministry of Education | Pilot project: Internet implementation in the educational process |
| 1998 | Distinguished Teacher Award, Ministry of Education | Honoured by the Minister of Education |
| 2013 | University of Bahrain Research Grant | The employment of smart devices in university teaching |
| 2014 | Sheikh Khalifa bin Salman Award, Women and Childhood Information Centre | Effect of virtual social networks on social relationships for youth in Bahrain |
Governance
Committees and academic leadership
| Role | Period |
|---|---|
| Member and Secretary, College of Applied Studies Council | 2006-2010, 2019 to present |
| Head, Research and Publication Committee | 15 years |
| Coordinator, Practical Training | 2008-2013 |
| Coordinator, Continuing Education Programme | 2007-2011 |
| Member, Faculty Recruitment Committee | 2008-2013 |
| Coordinator, Faculty Promotions Committee | 2015-2019, 2021-2024 |
| Coordinator, Faculty Promotions and Recruitment Committee | 2022-2024 |
| Member, Students Behavioral Violation Committee | 2019 to present |
| Member, Students Cheating Cases Committee | 2008-2010 |
| Member, Teaching Candidates Committee | 2007-2009 |
International
Missions and delegations
| Year | Mission |
|---|---|
| 2000 | Kuwait delegation on ICT-based educational decision support |
| 2001 | Represented the Kingdom of Bahrain at the Institutional Evaluation Conference in Scotland, with the British Council |
| 2002 | Ministry of Education delegation to New Zealand for institutional evaluation |
| 2002 | United States Department of State International Visitor Program |
| 2005 | UNIDO Regional Training Seminar, Arab Regional Centre for Entrepreneurship and Investment Training |