In 2004, Doctorate in Computer-Assisted English Language Teaching , Kansas State University, USA, with distinction.
In 1999, Master’s degree in theoretical linguistics , Michigan State University, USA, with distinction.
In 1994, Bachelor’s degree in English from Imam Muhammad bin Saud Islamic University, College of Languages and Translation, Riyadh, with grade of very good.
Experiences
1994-1995 | Teaching Assistant in the Department of English Language and Translation, Imam University, Qassim Branch (currently Qassim University).
1995-2003 | Study in the United States of America to obtain master’s and doctoral degrees.
2003-2005 | Assistant Professor in the Department of English Language and Translation, Qassim University.
2005-2007 | Head of the Department of English Language and Translation, Qassim University.
2007- 2009 | Dean of Postgraduate Studies, Qassim University.
2009-2010 | Full-time consultant at the International Cooperation Department, Ministry of Higher Education.
2010- 2014 | Dean of Admission and Registration and Supervisor of the Preparatory Year Deanship, Al-Majmaah University.
2014- 2019 | Vice Dean of Educational Affairs, Al-Majmaah University.
2019-2023 | Vice Dean of Postgraduate Studies and Scientific Research, Al-Majmaah University.
2023 -Currently | President of Northern Borders University
Published Researches
The Use of English in Dissertation and Thesis Writing Study of Need Importance, Difficulty, and Possibility.
Linguistic and Metalinguistic Implications for learner’ Reciprocity and Autonomy in Online Discussions vs. Class Discussions .
Narrative as a Tool for Lexicon Comprehension.
Technology Enhanced Vocabulary Acquisition & Listening Comprehension: A Quantitative Study of Technology-Based Instruction vs . Traditional Instruction
Memberships and conferences
Member of various boards, such as the Al-Majmaah University Board, the Scientific Board, and the Graduate Studies Council.
Member of the International Communications and Information Technology Association since 2000.
Member of the International Society for Educational Technologies since 2000.
Member of the American Linguistics Association since 2001.
Member of the Saudi Linguistic Society since 2002.
Attending the annual conference for specialists in teaching English to non-native speakers in Chicago in 2001, New York City in 2002, and Seattle in 2003.
Attending the International Islamic University conference on teaching English as a second language in Kuala Lumpur in 2005.
Attended the TESOL Arabia Conference in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, in 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, and 2012.
Committees
Chairman of the Executive Committee for Institutional Accreditation, Al-Majmaah University.
Chairman of the General Committees for Programmatic Accreditation, Al-Majmaah University.
Member of the Main Committee of the Strategic Plan, Majmaah University.
Chairman of the Committee for Implementing "Afaq" Plan Indicators, Al-Majmaah University.
Chairman of a number of operating committees “such as the Academic Plans and System Committee, the Admissions Committee, and the Parallel Education Programs Committee.” AL-Majmaah University.
Chairman of the Scientific Council at Al-Majmaah University and Secretary of the Al-Majmaah University Board.
