Toqa Manasrah
Dubai
Summary
Results-driven educationist with 18+ years of experience in higher education, specializing in CS-STEM subjects, digital learning transformation, and instructional design. Recognized for training 600+ teachers and 50+ school leadership teams (SLTs) across UAE public schools in adopting digital tools and blended learning methodologies. Skilled in integrating AI-powered learning solutions, optimizing LMS platforms, and enhancing student engagement. Awarded the Inspiring Arab Women in Education Award (2024) for pioneering innovative learning strategies. Published researcher in digital image processing and educational technology.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Digital Learning Implementation Specialist
Alef Education
Dubai
04.2021 - Current
- Led a team to implement the Alef platform, increasing student engagement and course completion.
- Accomplish an increase in student performance across grades 5 to 12 by conducting needs assessments, identifying skills gaps, and designing customized training solutions.
- Formulate interactive e-learning modules and implement training programs to increase knowledge retention and degree completion rates.
- Build and manage a digital learning community to facilitate knowledge sharing and peer-to-peer learning.
Adjunct Instructor
Zayed University
Dubai
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Improved student learning and overall course grades in foundation IT and math through innovative teaching methods
- Utilized advanced educational technologies to create interactive assessments and enhance engagement
- Envisioned and implemented student-centred teaching strategies that fostered critical thinking and collaborative learning.
- Designed and delivered engaging lectures, facilitated class discussions, and provided timely feedback on student assignments.
Math Teacher
Next Generation School & Dubai National School
Dubai
02.2017 - 01.2019
- Achieved high pass rates in standardized tests through differentiated instruction and project-based learning
- Integrated technology into lessons to provide personalized learning experiences
Adjunct Faculty
University of Wollongong
Dubai
09.2015 - 02.2017
- Instructed and mentored undergraduate students in computer engineering courses, such as Advanced Programming, Introduction to Computer Systems, and Systems Security.
- Updated course materials for Advanced Programming to ensure relevance and effectiveness
- Created engaging and informative computer lab sessions to increase student satisfaction in end-of-semester evaluations.
Lecturer
The University of Jordan
Amman
09.2006 - 09.2009
- Delivered engaging course materials for Digital Logic and Assembly Language, improving student performance
- Guided students on graduation projects, achieving successful presentations
- Served as an active member of the department's academic committee and provided valuable insights and recommendations that contributed to improving the overall academic program.
Education
MA - Educational Leadership in Practice
University of Manchester
UK12.2024
MSc - Computer Science
Georgia State University
GA12.2013
MSc - Computer Engineering
Jordan University of Science and Technology
Jordan12.2005
BSc - Computer Engineering
Yarmouk University
Jordan12.2000
Skills
- AI-Driven Solutions
- E-Learning Development
- Customer support
- Faculty training
- Curriculum development
- Academic advising
- Course content development
- Competency-based education
- Blended learning
- Digital transformation
- Professional development
- Microsoft/Google tools
- Digital image processing
- Educational technology
Certification
- School Inspector Competency Certificate (SICC), 2024
- Certified Professional Coach, 2022
- Microsoft Innovative Educator (MIE) & Trainer (MIT), 2022
- Google Certified Trainer, 2022
- EV3 Certified Trainer (Fun Robotics), 2018
- IB Cat 1 Certificate, 2018
Accomplishments
- Trained 600+ teachers and 50+ SLTs in digital tools and blended learning, improving teaching practices and student engagement.
- Awarded Inspiring Arab Women in Education Award (2024) for driving digital transformation in education.
- Published researcher in digital image processing and educational technology.
Languages
- English, Fluent
- Arabic, Native
Publications
- Quantitative Assessment of Liver Fibrosis: A Novel Automated Image Analysis Method., Liver International, 2006
- Non-Invertible Copyright Protection of Digital Images Using DWT and SVD., IEEE International Conference, 2007
- SVD-Based Image Watermarking., Journal of Digital Information Management, 2009
Fellowship
Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (AdvanceHE), 2020
Courses Professional Development
- Interactive Online Activities, Zayed University, 2019
- Assessment of Student Learning, Zayed University, 2019
- Instructional Design and Planning, Zayed University, 2019
- Applied Technology-Enabled Active Learning, Zayed University, 2020
Languages
Arabic
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Timeline
Digital Learning Implementation Specialist
Alef Education
04.2021 - Current
Adjunct Instructor
Zayed University
01.2019 - 01.2021
Math Teacher
Next Generation School & Dubai National School
02.2017 - 01.2019
Adjunct Faculty
University of Wollongong
09.2015 - 02.2017
Lecturer
The University of Jordan
09.2006 - 09.2009
MA - Educational Leadership in Practice
University of Manchester
MSc - Computer Science
Georgia State University
MSc - Computer Engineering
Jordan University of Science and Technology
BSc - Computer Engineering
Yarmouk University
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