Mohamed Abdel Wedoud, MA, Ph.D.
Cincinnati,OH
Summary
Enthusiastic ESL Lecturer, Writing Coach, and education Specialist
who has been teaching at various universities and schools .
I have lived and worked in Three different continents as a global
citizen. Therefore, I love to work with people from different cultural
backgrounds and exchange ideas and concepts with a diverse
audience.
I am a USA citizen from Ohio state. I have been teaching English in KSA for the last three years.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
ESL Lecturer
Northern Border University, KSA
08.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with teachers and department heads to meet quarterly and yearly educational goals
- Chaired translation committee
- Prepared and delivered creative writing workshops for students and faculty.
ESL Lecturer/ Trainer
Quality Education Company, KSA
08.2022 - Current
- Documented student attendance and progress against goals
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities
- Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
Founder
MSA TRANSLATION SOLUTIONS, USA
01.2020 - Current
- Created organization's mission and vision statements for use by employees
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth
- Created and monitored promotional approaches to increase sales and profit levels
- Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends.
ESL Lecturer
Shaqra University, Riyadh, KSA
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Created new lesson plans based on course objectives
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction
- Emphasized critical thinking through small group activities.
Certified Language Translator
Affordable Language Services, USA
01.2015 - 01.2020
- Applied cultural understanding to discern specific meanings beyond literal written words
- Reviewed final works to spot and correct errors in punctuation, grammar, and translation
- Prepared detailed notes per client specifications, assisting in business meetings and proposal presentations.
Certified International Specialist
DHL EXPRESS, Erlanger, USA
01.2012 - 12.2014
- Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
English Language Teacher
University Of Nouakchott, Nouakchott
01.2009 - 12.2011
- Prepared, administered and corrected weekly tests and examinations to observe students' overall performance
- Designed exams to test fluency in reading, writing, speaking and comprehension of English language
- Developed teaching materials to supplement standard curriculum, enhancing learning concepts and promoting student engagement.
Publishing Director
PEACE NEWSPAPER, Nouakchott
05.2005 - 12.2011
- Cultivated company-wide culture of innovation and collaboration
- Communicated business performance, forecasts and strategies to investors and shareholders
- Shaped solutions and approaches by leveraging trends in customer marketplaces and industries.
Education
University of Toronto
Canada 05.2021
Ph.D. - Higher Education
Indiana Institute of Technology - Fort Wane, Indiana, USA
Indiana, USA.04.2020
Oxford Seminars At Xavier University
Ohio 09.2014
Master of Education - Educational Sciences
Lebanese International University - Nouakchott, Mauritania
Mauritania07.2011
Bachelor of Arts - English Language and Literature
University of Nouakchott - Nouakchott, Mauritania
Mauritania06.2005
Skills
- Training and Development
- Student Evaluation
- Vocabulary Enrichment
- Curriculum Development
- Management
- Conversational Language Acquisition Techniques
- Adult Education
- Advanced Communication Skills
- Communication
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
Degrees
- BA in English Language
- MA in Education
- Ph.D. Higher Education Administration with focus on Students Evaluation
Fellowships
- International Visitor Leadership Program, USA State Department, 2010
- United Nations Communication Fellowship Program, New York, United Nations Headquarters, 2009
Awards
- Certificate of Excellence in Cross-Cultural Research, Simon Frazer University, 2021
- Buzzer Beater Award, GLOBE 2020 Research Project, 2020
Publications
- Abdelwedoud, M. (2022). From Mauritanian Sahara to the Streets of New York: A Story of Hope and Diaspora. United States of America: Kindle Direct Publishing.
- Abdelwedoud, M. (2023). The Mystified Village: When Borders Fade Away. United States of America. Kindle Direct Publishing.
- Abdelwedoud, M. (2023). Female Leadership and Male Millennial Leadership: Unexplored Realities. United States of America: Kindle Direct Publishing.
- Four scientific articles are under publication. GLOBE 2020 Project.
References
Reference list is ready upon request.
Timeline
ESL Lecturer
Northern Border University, KSA
08.2022 - Current
ESL Lecturer/ Trainer
Quality Education Company, KSA
08.2022 - Current
ESL Lecturer
Shaqra University, Riyadh, KSA
08.2021 - 06.2022
Founder
MSA TRANSLATION SOLUTIONS, USA
01.2020 - Current
Certified Language Translator
Affordable Language Services, USA
01.2015 - 01.2020
Certified International Specialist
DHL EXPRESS, Erlanger, USA
01.2012 - 12.2014
English Language Teacher
University Of Nouakchott, Nouakchott
01.2009 - 12.2011
Publishing Director
PEACE NEWSPAPER, Nouakchott
05.2005 - 12.2011
University of Toronto
Ph.D. - Higher Education
Indiana Institute of Technology - Fort Wane, Indiana, USA
Oxford Seminars At Xavier University
Master of Education - Educational Sciences
Lebanese International University - Nouakchott, Mauritania
Bachelor of Arts - English Language and Literature
University of Nouakchott - Nouakchott, Mauritania