Dr. Mohamed Hemida
Arabic Language Education Specialist | Curriculum Designer | Teacher Trainer
I believe teaching Arabic is not about memorizing words and rules, but about building communication, meaning, and belonging.
My work focuses on developing modern Arabic programs that connect language to life, enabling learners to use Arabic confidently in academic and real-world contexts.
Professional Summary
Dr. Mohamed Hemida works in the field of teaching Arabic to non-native speakers and applied linguistics, with a particular interest in designing Arabic curricula for specific purposes and developing educational programs that address the needs of learners from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds. Throughout his academic career, he has combined scholarly research with practical work in teacher training and curriculum development, seeking to promote modern educational approaches that make learning Arabic a more effective and meaningful experience. His academic interests include teaching Arabic as a foreign language, curriculum design, pragmatics, and intercultural communication.
Quick Facts Panel
- Specialization: Teaching Arabic to Non-Native Speakers (TAFL)
- Degree: PhD in Education (Curriculum & Instruction)
- Focus Areas: Curriculum Design, Teacher Training, Assessment & Testing
- Work Context: Universities, language centers, educational institutions
- Working Languages: Arabic, English
Services: Programs, curriculum development, assessment systems, consultation
Mission, Vision & Values
Mission
Empower Arabic learners with strong communication skills through modern curricula and effective teacher training focused on meaning, context, and cultural awareness.
Vision
To create an inspiring, accessible, and quality-driven Arabic learning experience for diverse learners worldwide—one that makes Arabic a “language of life” as well as an academic tool.
Values
Authentic Arabic learning focused on real communication, clear outcomes, and learner-centered design, enhanced by modern digital pedagogy.
What I Offer
For Learners
- Arabic programs from A1 to advanced levels
- Academic Arabic preparation and university readiness
- Comprehensive skills development: listening, speaking, reading, writing
- Life-connected Arabic and real-world communication
For Teachers
- Competency-based professional training
- Multicultural classroom management and teaching strategies
- Training of Trainers (ToT) & workshop design
- Communicative lesson planning and task-based instruction
For Institutions
- Arabic curriculum and program design
- Placement tests and assessment systems aligned with standards
- Curriculum review and improvement
- Quality and accreditation-focused consultation
Core Expertise
- TAFL curriculum and program design (level-based & standards-driven)
- Arabic for Specific Purposes (academic/professional)
- Skills-based Arabic instruction through communicative tasks
- Language assessment & testing (placement, achievement, performance)
- Teacher training and professional development programs
- Needs analysis and learner-centered program design
- Digital content development for Arabic education
- Task-Based Learning unit design
Academic Background
PhD’s degree in Education, Faculty of Graduate Studies for Education. Cairo University
Major: Curriculum and Teaching Methods
Specialization: Designing Arabic language curricula for special purpose
Master’s degree in Education, Faculty of Graduate Studies for Education. Cairo University
Major: Curriculum and Teaching Methods
Specialization: Teaching Arabic Language as a Foreign Languag
Professional Diploma, Faculty of Education. Ain Shams University
Major: accreditation and quality of educational institutions
Specialized Diploma, Faculty of Graduate Studies for Education. Cairo University
Major: Teaching languages for specific purposes
General Diploma, Faculty of Graduate Studies for Education. Cairo University
Major: Education of the Arabic Language Teachers to Non-Native Speakers
B.A of Arabic Language and Literature, Al-Azhar University in Cairo, 2005
Minor: Linguistics
Coursework included: Introduction to Arabic Rhetoric, Foundations of Arabic Grammars, Introduction to Phonetics & Lexicology, History of Arabic Literature.
Academic Background
PhD’s degree in Education, Faculty of Graduate Studies for Education. Cairo University
Major: Curriculum and Teaching Methods
Specialization: Designing Arabic language curricula for special purpose
Master’s degree in Education, Faculty of Graduate Studies for Education. Cairo University
Major: Curriculum and Teaching Methods
Specialization: Teaching Arabic Language as a Foreign Languag
Professional Diploma, Faculty of Education. Ain Shams University
Major: accreditation and quality of educational institutions
Specialized Diploma, Faculty of Graduate Studies for Education. Cairo University
Major: Teaching languages for specific purposes
General Diploma, Faculty of Graduate Studies for Education. Cairo University
Major: Education of the Arabic Language Teachers to Non-Native Speakers
B.A of Arabic Language and Literature, Al-Azhar University in Cairo, 2005
Minor: Linguistics
Coursework included: Introduction to Arabic Rhetoric, Foundations of Arabic Grammars, Introduction to Phonetics & Lexicology, History of Arabic Literature.
Professional Experience
My professional journey combines academic teaching, institutional training, and educational development, including:
- Lecturer and specialist in Teaching Arabic to Non-Native Speakers (TAFL).
- Lecturer in Applied Linguistics (Arabic for Specific Purposes), German University in Cairo (GUC).
- Deputy Director of Academic Affairs, Sheikh Zayed Center for Teaching Arabic to Non-Native Speakers.
- Academic and Educational Consultant, United Educational Production Group.
- Contributing Author, Dar Nahdet Misr Publishing Group (Cairo).
- Certified Trainer, Mutah University (Jordan – Amman).
- Extensive experience in training and linguistic preparation for learners seeking admission to Arab universities.
Selected Highlights
- Designed and developed Arabic education programs for diverse learner groups.
- Built teacher training courses and professional development toolkits.
- Contributed to curriculum development and learning material improvement.
- Developed placement tests and assessment frameworks.
- Founded and led education/training initiatives with sustainable impact.
Research Interests
- Competency curriculum design
- Communicative, task-based instruction for four language skills.
- Arabic for Specific Purposes program modeling.
- Language testing, assessment design, and performance measurement.
- Multicultural learning contexts and content development.
- Digital transformation in Arabic education and teacher training.
Personal Note
I chose Arabic education for non-native speakers because I noticed that many learners study Arabic for years without gaining real confidence in using it. This shaped my central question: How can we transform Arabic learning from a subject into a meaningful practice? Curriculum design and teacher training became my most effective path to create this transformation.