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PDs the Proper Way; Own Your Experience!

11 Jan, 2021

"Who dares to teach must never cease to learn" As teachers, professional development is an essential and non-negotiable element of our careers. Whether it is mandatory or teacher-chosen, professional development is imperative. Its need is not confined to keep your knowledge and skills up to date; it also fuels your passion and enthusiasm. While some teachers pursue professional development to accumulate certificates, thinking they are...

What if they were right?!!

08 Aug, 2020

What if they were right?!! By Hadeel Al Kamli Finding the proper balance between your perception of your decisions, achievements, and their realities is a challenging mission. Our judgments usually emanate from our experiences, beliefs, and motives. Bearing in mind that making sensible judgments requires a broad perspective. People usually broaden their horizons by listening to what other people have to say either by getting...

My class is driving me crazy!!

28 Jun, 2020

By Hadeel Al Kamli As a student, I remember I have always enjoyed classes I had with confident teachers. Confidence gives a greater sense of calmness and approachability to teachers. The way confident teachers handled themselves and the way they interacted with students, made students less resistant, more motivated, and more interested in what the teacher had to say. Whereas, teachers who were loud, moody, and unapproachable...

Your Professional Identity

28 May, 2020

By Hadeel Al Kamli Starting your way in any profession, you probably think that your ultimate weapon to get your dream job is a high GPA or a full impressive Curriculum Vitae (CV) . However, at least in my opinion, creating a professional identity can be equally important. The importance of professional identity comes not only from its ability to help you demonstrate your value in any professional community but also keeps you aware of...

Columnist: Hadeel Al Kamli

28 May, 2020

Mrs. Hadeel Al Kamli is an experienced English language instructor, CUP certified teacher trainer and the supervisor of the Professional Development and Future Skills Training Unit at Taif University English Language Centre. She has obtained her MA in Linguistics from Taif University in 2018. She is interested in second language teaching and learning and teachers' professional development. Recent Articles: What if they were right?!!...

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