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Imad Skakiyya is a full-time Lecturer in the Department of English at the Faculty of Arts, Bethlehem University, where he has served since fall 2006. He concurrently holds the position of coordinator for the university's Intensive English Program since 2010.
His academic credentials include:
- Bachelor's degree in English language and literature with diploma in Education from Bethlehem University (1986)
- M.Sc. in Applied Linguistics/Teaching English for Specific Purposes (TESP) from the University of Aston, Birmingham, UK (1992)
Skakiyya's scholarly focus centers on language pedagogy and linguistic theory. His expertise spans Teaching English for Specific Purposes (ESP), Linguistics, Sociolinguistics, Discourse Analysis, Contrastive Linguistics, and Error Analysis. These specializations directly inform his course instruction and program coordination, emphasizing practical language application within academic contexts. His work supports foundational English competency development for university students through the Intensive English Program.
Prior to his current appointment, Skakiyya directed Hebron University's Center for Languages and Translation while serving as lecturer from 1992-2006. His administrative leadership in language program coordination extends over 15 years at Bethlehem University, demonstrating sustained commitment to language education infrastructure. The Intensive English Program under his coordination serves as a critical academic gateway for non-native English speakers entering degree programs.
