Ala'a Ismael Challob (Professor)
PhD in English Language-Applied Linguistics
Lecturer
English - Education for Humanities
dr.alaaismael@uoanbar.edu.iq
Full Name: Dr. Ala'a Ismael Challob.
Occupation: University Instructor
Scientific Rank: Professor.
Place of Work: University Of Anbar / College of Education for Humanities/Dept. of English.
Place of Birth: Iraq-Anbar Province / Heet .
Date of Birth:16/04/1976.
Marital Status: Married (2 Children).
Religion: Muslim.
Nationality: Iraqi.
E-mail: mr_alaaismael@yahoo.com
Dr.alaaismael@uoanbar.edu.iq
HP: 00964-7825070330
Permanent Address: Iraq-Anbar Province / Heet.
Languages Mastered (Speaking and Writing): Arabic Language, English Language, Bahasa Malayue.
Academic Qualifications:
*Journals:
Challob, A.I., & Alkubaisi, A. (2005). A Critical Analysis of the English Language Teaching Method, Suggestopedia. Journal of Humanities & Economics. July, No. (7).
Challob, A.I. (2007). Difficulties Faced by Iraqi College Students of English in Summary Writing. Al- Anbar University Journal for Humanities. June, No. (7).
Challob, A.I. (2008). A Comparison between the Effects of Pre –Written Vs. Post – Written Study Questions on the Achievement of College Students in English Reading Comprehension. Journal of Al-Ustath, No. (77).
Challob, A.I., & Shwaysh, M.A. (2010). An Analysis of EFL Student Teachers’ Teaching Behaviours of Al-Anbar University in the Teaching Practice Period. Al- Anbar University Journal for Humanities. March, No. (1).
Challob, A.I., & Jasim, F.M. (2011). Strategies of Refusing Invitations Employed by Iraqi Foreign Language Learners of English. Journal of Al-Ma’arf University College, No. (16).
Challob, A.I., Nadzrah A.B. & Hafizah L. (2016). The Influence of Blended Learning on EFL Students' Writing Apprehension and Writing Performance: A Qualitative Case Study. European Journal of Multidisciplinary Studies, 1 (2): 253-266.
Challob, A.I., Nadzrah A.B. & Hafizah L. (2016). Collaborative Blended Learning Writing Environment: Effects on EFL Students’ Writing Apprehension and Writing Performance. English Language Teaching 9 (6): 229-241.
Challob, A.I. (2018). Collaborative blended learning in EFL writing: A study on Students’ writing apprehension, writing performance, and perception. (Unpublished doctoral dissertation). The National University of Malaysia.
Challob, A. I., Alkhayat, A.S., & Sulaiman, W.A. (2019). The Effect of MALL in Teaching Summarization Strategies on Intermediate Students' Writing Achievement. Alsalam University Journal, No.3, 2019
Challob, A. I. (2021). The effect of flipped learning on EFL students’ writing performance, autonomy, and motivation. Education and Information Technologies, 26, 3743–3769 (2021). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10639-021-10434-1 (Scopus).
Mukhlif, M. I. & Challob, A. I. (2021). Enhancing Vocabulary Knowledge among Secondary School EFL Students by Using Facebook. Turkish Online Journal of Distance Education, 22(3), 293-309. https://doi.org/10.17718/tojde.961852 (Scopus).
AbdulGhafoor, N.H. & Challob, A.I., (2021). The Influence of Using Online Discussion on Developing EFL Students’ Grammar Knowledge. Korean Journal of English Language and Linguistics, 21, 837-855. DOI: https://doi.org/10.15738/kjell.21..202109.837. (Scopus).
AbdulGhafoor, N. H., & Challob, A. I. (2021). The Pedagogical Factors Affecting the EFL University Students' Grammar Knowledge in the Online Discussion Environment. AlUstath Journal for Human and Social Sciences, Volume No.: 60, Issue No.: 3 University of Baghdad.University of Baghdad.
Hameed, Y. S., & Challob, A. I. (2022). Synonymy as a Cohesive Device in Students' English Essay Writing. Al-Adab Journal, 2(140), 91-110. https://doi.org/10.31973/aj.v2i140.3632
AbdulGhafoor, N. H., & Challob, A. I. (2022). The Psychological Factors Influencing the EFL University Students' Development of Grammar Knowledge within the Online Discussion Atmospheres. Al-Adab Journal, 2(140), 17-32. https://doi.org/10.31973/aj.v2i140.3621
Hamood, B.S., & Challob, A.I. (2023). Gender Difference of Politeness Strategies Through Online Chatting Experienced by EFL Students in Al-Anbar Distinguished Schools. Al-Adab Journal, issue No.: 144.
Hamood, B.S., & Challob, A.I. (2023). Age Impact on the Use of Politeness Strategies in Online Interaction by EFL Students in Al-Anbar Distinguished School for Girls. Al-Adab Journal, issue No.: 144.
Hamood, B.S., & Challob, A.I. (2023). A Pragmatic Analysis of Politeness Strategies of Online Chatting Employed by Iraqi EFL Students in Al- Anbar Distinguished Schools. Journal of Al-Maarif University College, Volume No.: 34, Issue No.: 2
*Proceedings:
Challob, A.I., Nadzrah A.B. & Hafizah L. (2016). The Influence of Blended Learning on EFL Students' Writing Apprehension and Writing Performance: A Qualitative Case Study. Proceedings of the 9th International Conference on Social Sciences, Dubrovnik, 8-9 April 2016. Volume (2):pp:460-474. Publisher: European Center for Science Education and Research.
Challob, A.I., Nadzrah A.B. & Hafizah L. (2016). Peer Reviewing Aspects of Highly Writing Apprehension EFL Students in the Blended Learning English Writing Environment. Proceedings of the 1st International Research Conference on Engineering, Science and Humanities, Malaysia, 8-9 Nov. 2016. PP:75-79. Publisher: UKM Graduate Centre.
Challob, A. I., Alkhayat, A.S., & Sulaiman, W.A. (2019). Investigating the Obstacles that Face Primary and Intermediate Students in Using Mobile Assisted Language Learning (MALL) from Teachers' Perspectives. Journal of the College of Basic Education-Mustansiriyah University. A Specific Issue for the 19th Scientific Conference Held in the College of Basic Education- Mustansiriyah University
Muter , S.S., Challob, A. I. (2020). Investigating EFL College Instructors' Attitudes toward Using Autonomy and its Impact on EFL Students’ Writing Skill in Misan University. The 1st International Virtual Scientific Conference –College of Basic Education-Misan University 10-11 June, 2020.
*Conferences:
Challob, A.I., Nadzrah A.B. & Hafizah L. (2016). The Influence of Blended Learning on EFL Students' Writing Apprehension and Writing Performance: A Qualitative Case Study. The 9th International Conference on Social Sciences. Dubrovnik, 8-9 April 2016.
Challob, A.I., Nadzrah A.B. & Hafizah L. (2016). Peer Reviewing Aspects of Highly Writing Apprehension EFL Students in the Blended Learning English Writing Environment. The 1st International Research Conference on Engineering, Science and Humanities. Malaysia, UKM Graduate Centre, 8-9 Nov. 2016.
Challob, A. I., Alkhatat, A.S., & Sulaiman, W.A. (2019). Investigating the Obstacles that Face Primary and Intermediate Students in Using Mobile Assisted Language Learning (MALL) from Teachers' Perspectives. The 19th Scientific Conference Held in the College of Basic Education- Mustansiriyah University-2019.
Challob, A. I., Alkhatat, A.S., & Sulaiman, W.A. (2019). The Effect of MALL in Teaching Summarization Strategies on Intermediate Students' Writing Achievement. The 3rd International Scientific Annual Conference Held in Alsalam University College 29-30 April, 2019.
Muter , S.S., Challob, A. I. (2020). Investigating EFL College Instructors' Attitudes toward Using Autonomy and its Impact on EFL Students’ Writing Skill in Misan University. The 1st International Virtual Scientific Conference –College of Basic Education-Misan University 10-11 June, 2020.
Mukhlif , M.I., Challob, A. I., Alkhatat, A.S. (2020). Enhancing Vocabulary Knowledge among Secondary School EFL Students by Using Facebook. The 1st International Virtual Scientific Conference –College of Basic Education-Babylon University 23-24 June, 2020.
Topics Covered During the M.A Study:
1-Methods of Research.
2-Philosophy of Education.
3-Theories of Learning.
4-Curriculum Development.
5-Schools of Linguistics.
6-Educational Statistics.
7-New Trends in Teaching English Language.
8-Educational Technology.
9-Mesurement and Evaluation.
10-Applied Linguistics.
11-Syntax and Morphology.
12-Description of English.
13-Seminar.
Topics Covered During the Ph.D. Study:
1-Advanced Course in Research Methodology.
2- Advanced Course in Academic Writing.
3- Computer Applications in ESL.
4- Bahasa Malue-1.
5- Bahasa Malue-2.
Employment and Promotions:
Teaching Experience:
1- Subjects taught in the Dept. of English as undergraduate requirements:
EFL Methodology.
Language Assessment.
English Comprehension.
English Composition.
Research Writing.
Essay Writing.
English Reading
Teaching Practice Training.
Grammar.
Linguistics.
2-Taught English as a non-departmental undergraduate subject in the Dept. of History, Dept. of Arabic, Dept. of Psychology and Education and Dept. of Quran sciences in the College of Education for Humanities.
3-Taught English as a non-departmental undergraduate subject in the Dept. of Biophysics and Dept. of Ecology in the college of Applied Sciences-Heet.
4-Taught English to M.A. students as a non-departmental subject in the Dept. of Arabic, Dept. of Psychology and Education and Dept. of Quran sciences in the College of Education for Humanities.
5-Taught English to M.A. students as a non-departmental subject in the Dept. of Political Sciences and Dept. of Laws in the College of Law and Political Sciences.
6-Taught Applied Linguistics, Methodology and Scientific Research courses for M.A. students in linguistics and language teaching specializations.
7- Lectured in TOEFL courses for the postgraduate students applied for TOEFL exam.
8-Lectured in language training programmes for the senior university staff.
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