Asma Al-Hawi

Dr. Asma Al-Hawi is a Research Fellow at the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) Cyprus. She holds a PhD in Applied Linguistics and Language Acquisition from UCLan (2020) and an MA in Linguistics from the University of Jordan (2009). Her research focuses on second/third language acquisition, pragmatics, semantics, and educational psychology, particularly examining English determiner acquisition among Palestinian/Jordanian and Cypriot-Greek speakers.

Education:

• PhD in Applied Linguistics, UCLan, 2020
• MA in Linguistics, University of Jordan, 2009
• Bachelor's in English Language and Literature, University of Jordan, 1999

Research Interests: Dr. Al-Hawi investigates L2/L3 acquisition of English determiners, pragmatics of linguistic expressions like 'Insha’a Allah,' and educational strategies in language learning. Her work bridges theoretical linguistics with applied educational practices.

Publications: Her recent work includes studies on article usage in cross-linguistic contexts and the pragmatic functions of religious expressions in Arabic. Key outlets include the Journal of the European Second Language Association and Journal of Second Language Teaching and Research.

Professional Roles: She has taught at Unicaf University (2020–2021), the University of Jordan (2015–2016), and served as an administrator at UNRWA (2001–2006), where she contributed to curriculum development and teacher training.

Grants & Collaborations: Active in international research networks, she has presented at conferences such as EuroSLA and the International Symposium on Theoretical and Applied Linguistics (ISTAL).