Iman Kamal Ahmed, PhD

Introduction

Dr. Iman Kamal Ahmed holds a PhD in Applied Linguistics from the Birkbeck, University of London, specializing in psychology of language learning. She brings a wealth of experience to the classroom, having taught English at various proficiency levels both locally and internationally. She joined UKH in 2012 and beginned her academic career in the Foundation Programme at the University. Currently, she is a faculty member of the Enlgish langauge programmes. She teaches a diverse range of courses, including ESL Teaching Methodologies & Classroom Management, Research Methods and Statistics, with a focus on integrating practical application with theoretical insight. As an active researcher, Dr. Ahmed has published in several esteemed academic journals and regularly presents his work at international conferences. In addition, she supervises undergraduate and graduate research projects.

Education

• - Ph.D. Applied Linguistics, Birkbeck, University of London, 2024
• - MA Applied Linguistics Salahaddin University, 2017
• - BA English Language Salahaddin University, 2012

Research

Dr. Ahmed’s research focuses on the psychology of language learning, with a particular emphasis on the role of emotions in second language acquisition. Her current work explores foreign language classroom emotions, examining how emotional states influence language learning outcomes. She has co-authored several papers investigating key aspects of emotional experiences in both online and in-person learning environments and contributed to studies on the "flow state" in language acquisition, exploring how learners achieve optimal engagement and immersion during the learning process. She is also an active peer reviewer for leading academic journals, including the Journal of Multilingual and Multicultural Development.