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Academic Qualification
- Arabic Literary Studies - Doctor of Philosophy, International Islamic University Malaysia
- The Teaching of Arabic to Non-Arabic Speakers - Masters Degree, International Islamic University Malaysia
- International Law - Bachelor Degree, Qadi Ayad University- Marakech - Morocco
Khalid Chtaibi (Dr.)
Assistant Professor
IIUM Pagoh Campus
KULLIYYAH OF LANGUAGES AND MANAGEMENT
Expert Profile
Curriculum Vitae: Dr. Khalid Chtaibi
Personal Details Name: Khalid Chtaibi Current Address: S2D 7-5/ One Ampang Avenue South View, Jalan Ampang Utama 2/1, 68000, Ampang, Kuala Lumpur- Malaysia Date of birth: 15th May 1971 Marital Status: Married, 3 children Nationality: Morocco E-mail: chtaibi@iium.edu.my / chtaibiacademy71@gmail.com Hand phone No: (0060) 193746643 Office phone No: (0060) 3-42785008 Qualifications 2017: PHD in Linguistics, majoring Translation (Arabic-English) Awarded by the International Islamic University Malaysia- IIUM (2012-2017). 2009-2012: Certificates & Diplomats from Workshops, Courses & Seminars in Translation, Media, Management, Leadership and Communication Skills at the Malaysian News Agency (BERNAMA)- KL, Malaysia. 2008: Masters in Education, majoring Teaching Arabic as Second language, awarded by IIUM- Malaysia. 2004: Higher Diploma in English language skills (EPT)- IIUM. 2001: Diploma in Teaching Methods from Morocco 2000: Diploma in computer programmes 1999: Diploma in Media (Arabic- French) 1998: Bachelor Degree in Law from Cadi Ayyad University- Morocco, option: International Law. 1989: High School Certificate (Baccalaureate) from the New Secondary School- Morocco.
Current Positions · Assistant Professor, Lecturer at the International Islamic University Malaysia- IIUM / www.iium.edu.my Lecturing the following subjects: - Translation Studies and Skills (English-Arabic and vice versa). - Applied Linguistics - Interpersonal Communication - Teaching Methods of Arabic Language for Specific Purposes. · Researcher, Certified Translator and Interpreter (English-Arabic-French), Freelance Media Correspondent and Writer.
Working Experience - (2012- 2021) Executive Director, Lecturer and Trainer of Translation (English- Arabic- French), Media & Communication Skills at Vision International Academy- Ampang- Kuala Lumpur. www.viacademy.com
- 2012-2016: Reporter and Translator of the International Islamic News Agency (IINA) http://www.iinanews.org/
- 2007-2012: Journalist, translator & Trainer at the Malaysian News Agency- BERNAMA/ www.bernama.com
- 2008- 2009: - Media, Marketing & PR Consultant at Golden Corporate Heritage/ KL (Part time).
- 2007: Media & Political Consultant, Translation & PR Department Head in Oman Embassy, KL-Malaysia
- 2006- 2007: Chief Editor of “Ahlan Press”- Arabic Newspaper based in KL – Arabic & French Tutor (Part- time).
- 2005- 2006: Translator, Reporter and Editor in the International Institute of Muslim Unity (IIMU) at IIUM- Malaysia. - English Tutor (Part- time).
- 2003 – 2005: Freelance Translator- Teaching Arabic language the French School in KL, Malaysia (Part-time).
- 2003 – 2005: Freelance Translator- Teaching French in Horizon School – Kuala Lumpur.
- 2001 – 2003: Freelance Translator (from French and Italian to Arabic) - Teaching Arabic-French-Italian at private centers in Damascus – Syria. - 1997 – 2001: Editor and Correspondent for various newspapers and magazines in Morocco.
- 1996 – 2000: Teaching Arabic and French languages in Morocco.
Activities - Reviewer & Assessor at the International Young Scholars Journal of Languages (IYSJL)- KLM/ IIUM. - Founder of the Arabic Culture Association in Malaysia- ACAM - Member and Representative of the World Arab Translators and Linguists Association (WATA) in Malaysia. - Certified Translator and Interpreter in International Conferences and Workshops, e.g. IIMU, OIC, JUST World, ISIS, ARADO, WATA etc. - Committee Referee & Member of the Debating Club in IIUM/ The best Debater in IIUM (2006).
Profile Qualities
Hard-working, committed, reliable, tolerant and ambitious.
Effective communication and negotiation skills with influence and advocacy.
Systematic, creative & strategic thinking, Team work building and management.
Languages Proficiency Arabic: Mother tongue/ Native proficiency (Excellent skills) English: Second language/ very good skills French: Third language/ Good skills Italian: Medium Malay: Basic
Published Articles · Linguistic Studies and Their Contributions to The Formation of Translation Theory · Dynamic Equivalence and Its Role in Achieving Translation Fidelity · The Impact of Covid 19 on Private Language and Training Centres in Malaysia- Vision International Academy as a Case of Study · The Role of Digital Media in Developing the Reading Skill: A Case Study of BERNAMA Arabic Site · The role of the common vocabulary between Arabic and Malay languages in facilitating the learning of Arabic as a second language · Using Electronic Dictionary in learning Arabic for non-native speakers- · Faculty of Languages and Management- IIUM Other publications |
ISSUE Book Book PHD Thesis Master Research | Title of Publication Expatriate Memories in Malaysia Professional Translation Skills (Arabic- English) Acceptability Of Media Translation Between Theory And Practice: A case Study of Translated News At BERNAMA Arab Site The Effectiveness of Arabic Debating Club in Promoting Communication Skills at IIUM. | Date June 2018 Nov 2017 May 2017 March 2007 |
Research | Psychology difficulties in teaching Arabic to foreigners: obstacles and solutions. | Feb 2005 |
Research | The essential Schools of the Arabic Grammar | Jan 2005 |
Research | Political Asylum Phenomenon | Apr 2002 |
Degree Research | The Role of United Nations in Protecting Human Rights. | May 1996 |
Hobbies: 1- Translating and reading. 2- Educator in cultural- educational and sociable Associations in Morocco and Malaysia. 3- Cultural events and ceremonies (MC) 4- Writing literary items, media articles and researches 5 – Sports and Learning languages
Referees 1- Prof. Dr. Majdi Ibrahim- IIUM (ISESCO) 0060129030981 2- Dr. Abdul Rahman Bin Chick- IIUM 0060193792159 3- Dato Zulkefli Saleh- BERNAMA GM: 0060193821906
Area of Specialisation
- Humanities ~ Humanities ~ Linguistics and Literature ~ Translation and Interpretation Studies - Translation Skills (English-Arabic)
- Social Science ~ Social Science ~ Education ~ Language Literacy (Including English (TESOL, ESL, TEFL) and other Languages) - Teaching Arabic as Second Language and For Specific Purposes
- Humanities ~ Humanities ~ Linguistics and Literature ~ Applied Linguistics - Applied Linguistics
Teaching Responsibilities
APPLIED LINGUISTICS | 2022/2023 2021/2022 |
ASP TEACHING METHODS | 2021/2022 |
FINAL YEAR PROJECT | 2022/2023 2021/2022 |
INTERNSHIP | 2022/2023 2021/2022 |
INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION | 2023/2024 2022/2023 |
INTRODUCTION TO INTERNATIONAL COMMUNICATION | 2022/2023 |
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT: ISSUES, PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES | 2023/2024 2022/2023 |
TRANSLATION STUDIES | 2023/2024 2022/2023 2021/2022 |
USRAH IN ACTION 1 | 2022/2023 |
Research Projects
Completed
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On-Going
2023 - Present | Training Teachers and Students to Use Arabic Debating Art to Develop Speaking and Communication Skills in Perlis State |
2022 - Present | Translation Studies and Skills (English-Arabic and vice versa)/ Course Text Book |
Award & Recognition
30 Jul, 2023 | Usrah in Action Instructor Appreciation - KLM-IIUM | KCDIO |
30 Jul, 2023 | Best Teaching Award- KLM- IIUM - KLM- IIUM | KCDIO |
20 May, 2022 | APPOINTMENT as the REGIONAL MANAGER OF ARTA IN MALAYSIA and SOUTH EAST ASIA - Arab Translators Association- ARTA | International |
07 Apr, 2022 | Appointment as Arabic Debate Trainer at KLM - KLM- IIUM | International |
15 Dec, 2011 | Appreciation as Interpreter - University Tenaga National and ARADO organisation | International |
25 Jun, 2011 | Appreciation from Egyptian Embassy in Malaysia and Oman Journalists Association - Egyptian Embassy in Malaysia and Oman Journalists Association | International |