Dunia B. Houalla Phd. Email & Phone Number

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia

● Giving lectures and facilitating scientific conversations ● Contributing to the development and design of course syllabi, lesson plans, and instructional materials.● Assessing student performance via assignments, tests, and constructive criticism. ● Mentoring and coaching students on academic and professional problems.● Keeping up with advances in the field and incorporating pertinent knowledge into teaching methods.● Providing direction and supervision to students

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

● Served in a panel that was responsible for creating curricula, providing modifications, and developing methods of evaluation as well as giving presentations at conferences and workshops● Taught a multitude of high school science subjects of physics and topics such as life science, earth science, physical science, and environmental science, and various advanced placement tests● Used a variety of methods to teach STEM topics, including hands-on activities, lab assignments, group work, and lectures and delivered 4+ workshops for teachers in McGraw Hill books● Served as the school’s science department head and coordinated with administration and colleagues for the organization of events to develop and implement an effective school’s physics program● Implemented a variety of teaching tools to accommodate all learning styles using technology● Provided feedback to students and parents on progress in the class which increased grades by 10%● Went beyond expectations to ensure all students grasped the materials given and concepts taught● Adapted a wide range of techniques to promote scientific thinking and hone scientific skills

Saudi Arabia

● Introduced improvements to the current science curriculum by updating information, including relevant subject matter and conducting research● Helped students reach their full potential socially, academically and in extracurricular activities by acting as a role model for students; most of them got admitted to global universities such as MIT● Contributed to raising retention rate from 89% - 95% by elevating teachers’ confidence● Transformed the education methods in Physics from teacher-centered to student-centered by fostering and encouraging critical thinking and analysis about physics and society● Developed interdisciplinary and multicultural lesson plans for various teaching methods, such as lectures, discussions, simulations, labs, and field trips with dedication of 16+ hours per week● Fostered a positive classroom environment with mutual respect and consideration as collective goals● Hired and trained 10+ new teachers and provided them with topical modules, lessons, and activities● Evaluated and monitored student’s academic performance based on mastery of curriculum and course objectives and ongoing formative assessments led to secure the 1st place in science exhibition● Completed 40 labs and 5 projects focused on real-world applications of physical science principles● Collaborated regularly with more than 5 colleagues to plan, implement, and evaluate curricular units in the subject area to provide a well-rounded education for students● Formulated well-balanced lesson plans that will adequately prepare students for various assessments and the modern world such as AP (Mechanics, Electricity and Magnetism), A Level and International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) with 99% full mark rate

Lebanon

● Taught a multitude of college courses in Physics, Mechanics, Math such as Modern Physics (Young Freedman, Serway), Calculus (Thomas and Finney), Principles of Physics (Resnick Halliday)● Explained, conducted and monitored undergraduates while performing the experiments safely● Established and maintained a good relationship with 10+ local universities to offer students a chance to participate in field research opportunities ● Published 3 research articles (3 first author) in peer-reviewed journals (such as Canadian journal)● Advised 80+ Student to help them clearly define and follow their academic path● Formulated 2 ways to improve the course outline and discussed recommendations with the dean● Organized, advertised and facilitated 3+ workshops for graduate students ● Hold 4 office hours per week for students who need help understanding the material (reformulate to lab hours)● Assisted 200+ students with academic concerns and provided on-campus resources● Instructed course materials including 10+ new lesson plans, 60+ assignments, 20+ handouts and managed student progress in course management system● Promoted an open and interactive classroom environment for enhanced learning● Drafted and graded 300+ exam papers and evaluated student performances and assignments● Ran the physical science clubs, presenting students with more opportunities to learn about real life problems and encouraging them with little guidance to elaborate on effective solutions

Lebanon

● Maintain an orderly, peaceful, and positive learning environment, applying disciplinary measures when necessary● Experience as advisor to student-run clubs and served as the Science Club Advisor for two consecutive school years 2003-2004 and 2004-2005● Ability to foster a lively, enthusiastic, and positive classroom learning environment● Incorporated engaging and fun activities into lessons to reinforce hands-on learning and lively student participation maintained through a schedule of 25 classes per week ● Provided tutorials for 7 students who are struggling in the class and lead laboratory sessions● Offered extra credit opportunities to students who need more practice in your class● Increased pass rate by 30% on standardized tests in physical sciences for grades 9-12● Incorporated current science and technology topics in the curriculum to teach students about their world and the impact science has on it● Expressed or Imparted instructions and lessons using various strategies including visual presentations, audio presentations, actual experiments, and a multitude of other methods

Doctor Of Philosophy - Phd, Molecular Quantum Physics

● PhD’s Thesis: "Electronic Structure and Rovibrational Studies of Magnesium Compounds”

Postgraduate Degree, Molecular Quantum Physics

● Pre-Ph.D.: Physics

Diploma Of Education, Physics Teacher Education

Online teaching diploma practicum individually obtained and practiced. Covered all parts of teaching diploma which included: Classroom.

Master Of Science - Ms, Quantum Physics

● Master’s Thesis: "Spin Orbit calculation of the excited electronic states of the molecule LiCs concerning Molecular Physics" discussed.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Physics

● Bachelor’s Thesis: "PHOTOASSOCIATION in Molecular Spectroscopy"