Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Awards
Community Service
Extracurricular Contributions
Affiliations
Publications
Training
Accomplishments
Timeline

Farhanim Binti Leman

Senior Lecturer
Kota Bharu

Summary

Experienced in designing and delivering engaging educational content to inspire students. Utilizes innovative teaching methods to enhance learning outcomes and create a positive classroom environment. Possesses a strong understanding of curriculum development and student assessment techniques, ensuring effective educational experiences for all learners. Experienced higher education professional prepared for leadership in student affairs, with strong skills in conflict resolution, program development, and student engagement.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Senior Lecturer

Kolej Universiti Islam Sultan Ismail Petra (KIAS)
07.2012 - 05.2024
  • English Lecturer (2012-2024)
  • Taught English for certificate, diploma, and degree levels.
  • - Certificate: English 1, 2, 3.
  • - Diploma: Foundation English 1 & 2, Fundamental English, Intermediate English.
  • - Degree: English for Specific Purposes, Academic Reading and Writing, Public Speaking.
  • - Other: MUET Speaking, Integrity and Anti-Corruption, Communication Skills, English Access Program.
  • English Language Coordinator – (Jan 2018 – Jan 2019)
  • Engaged in continuous professional development through attending workshops, webinars, and conferences to stay current with industry trends and best practices in higher education.
  • Designed course materials such as syllabi, lecture notes, assignments aligned with both programmatic outcomes as well as course-specific objectives.
  • Head of the Centre for Academic Services (Jan 2019 - May 2023)
  • Head of Core Studies Center (June 2023 – May 2024)
  • Contributed to program accreditation efforts by compiling documentation and participating in site visits with external evaluators.
  • Revised curriculum to align with industry trends, ensuring students were prepared for the job market.
  • Advised on department hiring actions to help build cohesive and successful lecturing team.
  • Advised students on career paths and graduate school options based on their individual goals and interests.
  • Evaluated success of teaching methods via regular collection of feedback from both peers and students.
  • Previous Roles:
  • - Lecturer, PTPL College, Kota Bharu (2012)
  • Teaching English: Reading and Public Speaking for diploma students.
  • Created and designed quizzes, tests and projects to assess student knowledge.
  • Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth
  • - Research Assistant, UiTM Machang (2010–2011)
  • Literature review, data collection, data entry and analysis, report writing, and administrative work.
  • Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
  • - Relief Teacher, Maahad Muhammadi (P), Kota Bharu (2010)
  • Teaching English for Forms 3, 4, and 5 students.

Education

Master of Applied Linguistics - English Linguistics

Universiti Utara Malaysia, Kedah
01.2011 - 01.2013

Bachelor of Human Sciences - English Language and Literature

International Islamic University Malaysia, Ulu Kelang
01.2005 - 01.2009

Graduated: August 2009

Foundation in English Language and Literature - English Language And Literature

Matriculation Centre, IIUM, Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
01.2003 - 01.2005

Graduated: May 2005

Skills

Academic advisement

References

  • Mohd Fadhli Shah, bin Khaidzir, Dr., +603-8921 6870, +6012-3623861, School of Liberal Studies (CITRA UKM), Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
  • Nur Sheena, binti Baharudin, Assoc. Prof., +603-8725 3564, School of English, University of Nottingham Malaysia, Jalan Broga, Semenyih, Selangor, 43500

Awards

KIAS Special Excellence Award, 2023

Community Service

KIAS-KHIDMAT – Rural Outreach Programme, Committee Member, Kg Manjor

Access Outreach Program - Machang, July 2021

Access Orphanage Visit - Wakaf Bharu, Feb 2024

Extracurricular Contributions

Judge: PNU International English Speech Contest (Feb, 2013)

Advisor, Public Speaking Club (2014–2022) 

Judge: Kelantan British Parliamentary Debate (UMK, 2014–2016) 

Judge: Debate Management Competition (UUM, 2015) 

Facilitator, English Camp (UM, Nilam Puri, 2015–2017) 

Access English Teacher (2018–2024) 

Access English Coordinator (2022–2024)

Access Regional Teacher Training Coordinator (Penang, 2019)

Affiliations

  • Malaysian Association of Applied Linguistics (MAAL)
  • TESOL International Association

Publications

  • Books:
  • - Step Ahead: Learning English As a Second Language (2013)
  • - Writing and Speaking (2012)
  • - Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban (2023)
  • Research Projects:
  • - Language Interference of Bahasa Malaysia in English Learning
  • - Diaspora Themes in Anita Desai’s Fasting, Feasting
  • - Relationship between Home Environment & L2 Proficiency (BENL, IIUM)
  • Articles:
  • - “The Impact of Social Media Adoption on SMEs’ Performance: A TOE Framework Content Analysis,” International Journal of Economics and Management, Vol 17(2), Aug 2023.

Training

  • International Conferences:
  • - AILA World Congress 2024, Kuala Lumpur
  • - TESOL International Conventions (2021–2023)
  • - QRC 2022, ICTE 2022
  • - International Conference on Teacher Education
  • - Islamic Studies & Writing Academic English (2019)
  • Workshops & Courses:
  • - Google Classroom & Hangouts Training
  • - Systematic Literature Review Workshop
  • - Outcome-Based Education (OBE) Workshops (2017–2020)
  • - Journal Writing & Module Development (DBP, 2018)
  • - 21st Century Pedagogy & MQA Training
  • - Research Methodology & SEM-AMOS Analysis

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with the team of four lecturers and few officers from US Embassy Kuala Lumpur in managing the success of Access Microscholarship Program and Access Leadership Program in 6 years time (2019-2024) worth of USD 88,600.00.
  • Selected as Program Coordinator for Access Leadership Program 2022-2024.
  • Selected as participant in Exploring American Perspectives through Popular Culture Exchange program for a month at Kansas State University, representing Malaysia at international level and reporting to Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, Washington DC.

Timeline

Senior Lecturer - Kolej Universiti Islam Sultan Ismail Petra (KIAS)
07.2012 - 05.2024
Universiti Utara Malaysia - Master of Applied Linguistics, English Linguistics
01.2011 - 01.2013
International Islamic University Malaysia - Bachelor of Human Sciences, English Language and Literature
01.2005 - 01.2009
Matriculation Centre, IIUM - Foundation in English Language and Literature, English Language And Literature
01.2003 - 01.2005

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