OUR TEAM

Lecturer, NUTECH School of Applied Sciences and Humanities (NUSASH), National University of Technology (NUTECH), (2023- Present)

• Teach undergraduate courses of English.

Lecturer, Department of English (Graduate Studies) National University of Modern Languages, Islamabad Campus (2018-2024)

• Taught courses of PCS-110: English-II, ENCS-102: Communication and Presentation Skills, ENTB- 201: Technical Report Writing, GC 101: Study Skills, ELL 104: Introduction to Literary Studies, ELL 106: Listening and Speaking Skills, EG 213: Communication and Presentation Skills, HUM 101: Functional English, HU 2152: Communication Skills, Reading Skills, Writing Skills, Error Analysis, Listening and Speaking Skills to foundation, certificate, diploma and BS students.

Lecturer, Department of Humanities, COMSATS University Islamabad, Islamabad Campus (2021-2024)

• Taught HUM-100: English Composition and Comprehension & HUM-103: Communication Skills to BS students.

Academia

• Ph.D. in English (Linguistics) Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (2022- to date)
• MS in English (Linguistics and Literature), COMSATS University Islamabad, Islamabad Campus (2020)
• MA in Teaching of English as a Foreign Language, Allama Iqbal Open University, Islamabad (2012)
• M.Ed. in Education, The Aga Khan University- Institute for Educational Development, Karachi (2008)
• MA in English (Linguistics & Literature), National University of Modern Languages, Islamabad Campus (2005)

I have presented 14 research including papers and posters in national/ international conferences and conference proceedings.  I also serve as a reviewer for academic research journal in the field of language, culture and communication.

• Memberships
  • Asian Association of Teachers of English as a Foreign Language (Asia TEFL), Korea
  • Pakistan Association for Research in Education (PARE), Pakistan
  • Society for Pakistani English Language Teachers (SPELT), Pakistan
• Trainings
  • English Faculty Development Program (2024)
  • Modern Teaching Practices in Universities (2020)
  • Training on Monitoring & Evaluation for Middle Managers (2013)
  • MA TEFL Thesis Workshop (2010)
  • Item Writing Workshop for Grade 9 (English) (2009)

I have taught a variety of undergraduate courses in the NUSASH. Below are the courses I have been involved in teaching:

• Communication Skills (HU1003): An introductory course focusing on effective communication skills that have always been considered as pre-requisite for a successful career in any field. The success of an individual is largely determined by his ability to communicate in a persuasive manner with his colleagues, clients or the public. Precise and correct use of language in modern scientific and technological context is mandatory for those who work in industry. Powerful communication skills sufficiently assist university graduates to deliver their ideas and thoughts as individuals or as group members in a lucid and convincing way and help them arrive at good and logical decisions and solutions. The course is expected to help NUTECH graduates learn the necessary technical English and business communication skills that they direly need to pursue their career as successful professionals in any competitive working environment. 
• English II(Technical Report Writing) Lab (HU1010): A core course that focuses on to apply learned communication skills in professional environment , and effectively present their findings on the allocated projects.
• Technical Communication for Engineers (HU1005): In this course, students learn tools and techniques that will help them to communicate technical information more clearly, more concisely, and with better outcomes. Additional topics include how to communicate to all levels of the organization; the purpose of special technical terms, when to use them and when not to; how to use visuals to underscore their written content; and how to write detailed, yet highly readable documentation that can be used by downstream users.
• Functional English (GE110): A course focused on the objectives like to develop their oral as well as written English skills, to build and develop the integrated language skills of students, to frame structurally correct and meaningful sentences and responses for different settings, to promote mutual understanding and cooperation through group-based classroom activities.
• English (HU001-AS24): An intermediate level course for Afghan students focusing on four language skills i.e reading, writing, speaking, and listening.

My research focuses on the ELT and literature. I am currently working on PhD research project several projects that apply CDA on Pakistani literature.

Ongoing Research Project

• Portrayal of Women in Pakistani English Literature: A Critical Discourse Analysis of Pakistani English Novels

Publications

• ‘I am a Lion’: The Metaphorical Representation of Women’s Resistance in Runaways by Fatima Bhutto at 1st International conference on Emerging Trends in Linguistics, Literature & Social Sciences (ICETLL&SS) at Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, Women University AJ&K Bagh, Pakistan (22-24 August 2024)
• A Disaster, Survival, Echoes of Colonialism: A Critical Discourse Analysis of The Miraculous True History of Nomi Ali by Uzma   Aslam at national conference on Literature, Culture and Climate -Voices for the Earth: Literature and Culture in the Era of Climate Change at University of Chitral-KPK, Pakistan (2-3 July 2024)
• Analyzing Role of Assessment in Formulating Pedagogical Identity of Teachers of English in Pakistan at international conference on Assessment and Evaluation in the Global South: Engaging and Transforming Discourses and Practices at The Aga Khan University- Institute for Educational Development Karachi, Pakistan. (8-9 November 2018)
• Current Teaching Practices in Grammar Teaching- A Case-Study from Pakistan at 24th International Association of Histories of Asia (IAHA) International Conference on Asian History, Culture and Environment: Vernacular and Oriental Paradigms at The National Institute of Historical and Cultural Research (NIHCR), Quaid-i- Azam University Islamabad Pakistan. (05-09 December 2016)
• Analyzing Challenges in Implementation of Alternative Methods in Grammar Teaching in Public Schools at international conference on A Renewed Focus on Teacher, Teaching Quality and Learning: Localised Models and Practices at The Aga Khan University- Institute for Educational Development Karachi, Pakistan. (19-21 November 2015)
• Our Pedagogies and Us: A Journey of Exploring Pedagogical Identity of Teachers of English in Pakistan at international conference on Transforming Pedagogies: Emerging Contexts and Texts of Teacher Education at The Aga Khan University- Institute for Educational Development Karachi, Pakistan. (26-28 September 2010)
• Teacher Education as Material Development at an Educational Seminar on Reforming Secondary Education in Pakistan: Prospects and Possibilities at The Aga Khan University- Institute for Educational Development, Karachi, Pakistan. (October 2009)
• Developing Teachers of English through ICT at 2nd Shaikh Ayaz International Conference on Language & Literature at University of Sind, Jamshoro- Pakistan (7-10 November 2008)
• Changing School Culture Leadership from Bureaucratic to Pedagogical: Opportunities and Challenges at International Conference on Embedding Quality Education for All, District Initiatives across Pakistan at the Serena Hotel, Faisalabad- Pakistan (5-6 March 2008

Posters Presented

• Malik, Z. A., Abbas, N., & Alvi, U. (2009, October). Contextual Threats to Teacher Education and Solutions at an Educational Seminar on Reforming Secondary Education in Pakistan: Prospects and Possibilities (The Aga Khan University- Institute for Educational Development), Karachi, Pakistan.
• Malik, Z. A., Moorani, R., & Alvi, U. (2009, October). Portfolio… as a Learning Tool at an Educational Seminar on Reforming Secondary Education in Pakistan: Prospects and Possibilities (The Aga Khan University- Institute for Educational Development), Karachi, Pakistan.
• Malik, Z. A., Wahid, A., & Alvi, U. (2009, October). Assessment practices in ELT at an Educational Seminar on Reforming Secondary Education in Pakistan: Prospects and Possibilities (The Aga Khan University- Institute for Educational Development), Karachi, Pakistan.
• Malik, Z. A., Zounr , M. A., & Alvi , U. (2009, October). Promoting Dialogues in Teaching Oral Communication in the Classroom at an Educational Seminar on Reforming Secondary Education in Pakistan: Prospects and Possibilities (The Aga Khan University- Institute for Educational Development), Karachi, Pakistan.
• Malik, Z. A. (2008, June 12). Online Discussion Forums-A New Way to Teach Teachers at a Seminar on English for Academic and Occupational Purposes at the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities-NED University of Engineering and Technology (Main Campus), Karachi, Pakistan.

Pakistan Reading Project – USAID Funded (2013)

• Develop and integrate aligned reading instruction and assessment curricula into degree programs and CPD including supporting improvements to TTI English language programs.
• Build students’ English language skills; training teachers to teach literacy skills to young learners through English.
• Develop materials and lesson plans to enhance curricular offerings and model language teaching pedagogy.
• Develop face-to-face training modules focusing on enhancing the language learning courses in years one and two of the prescribed curriculum, classroom observations and guided reflection.
• Train TIG Facilitator

Citizens’ Voice Project - USAID Funded (2012)

• Assist in the preparation of Performance Monitoring Plans for the project.
• Make field visits, generate frequent reports, maintain, and keep the backup of all relevant records.
• Prepare different analytical presentations, write meeting minutes, and produce required reports.
• Conduct analytical research studies and write case studies. Also, review and give feedback on grantees’ reports, promotional materials including, reports, brochures, and folders
• Flood Affected Communities Engagement for Recovery, Improving Citizen Engagement through Devolution Project- - UNDP Funded & Gender Equity Program -USAID Funded (2011)
• Manage, distribute and verify data.  
• Monitor, report and assess project performance by monitoring and revising projects log frame.
• Support Project Managers in the preparation of the progress and project evaluation reports.
• Collaborate on the development and execution of internal communication programs.

Early Childhood Care and Development, School Improvement Project, ECCD in Community Learning Program (CLP) (2010)

• Lead the team in designing, planning, and implementing project activities as per the agreements.
• Liaison between MIED and Plan Pakistan management
• Develop a system to provide leadership and monitoring support to project teams.
• Document case studies and success stories, develop ECE training manuals, and a system to disseminate ECCD and SIP experience and share best practices with other NGO/EOs working in the area.
• EDLINKS Project - A USAID Funded (2008): Lead a team of professionals in participation in the development of the Conceptual Framework, material framework, material development, review, field testing and finalization.
• Selection and Teacher Need Assessment: Participation in Tool Development, Implementation, Analysis and Report Writing
• Facilitation of Resource Persons (RPs) in materials development, including lesson plans, Implementation and Finalization. Also, providing Feedback on Reflective Journals
• Conduct Field Based Seminars for Field Support, Follow-up support and report writing in Sindh and  Balochistan