Muhammad Asif, PhD
Cambridge CELTA (Teaching House London)
ORCiD: 0000-0003-0076-8717
Scopus Author ID: 57249034000
Web of Science ResearcherID: ABW-8708-2022
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/asifabid85/
Email: [email protected]
Cell: +92-300-5533384 / +92-334-5533343
Education
2016–2022 PhD in English Language & Literature, International Islamic University, Islamabad, Pakistan
2011–2015 M. Phil., English Literature, Qurtuba University of Science & Information Technology, Peshawar, Pakistan
2012–2013 M. Ed., Education, University of Peshawar, Pakistan
2010-2011 B. Ed, Education, University of Peshawar, Pakistan
2006–2008 M. A., English (Linguistics and Literature), National University of Modern Languages (NUML), Islamabad, Pakistan
2003–2005 B.A., University of Peshawar, Pakistan
Certifications
2022 Learnlight Internal Training Program, Netherlands
2020 Cambridge CELTA, University of Cambridge, Oxford House College, Teaching House, London, UK
2019 ORIC-CLT Summer Course on Research, Forman Christian College University, Pakistan
Work Experience
International Experience
2021–2023 Deputy Examiner, International Baccalaureate (I.B.), Cardiff, UK
2021–2022 International Virtual Trainer (World Bank, Washington–DC), LearnLight, Netherlands
2021–2022 Content Reviewer, ICA Language Services, Arlington, Virginia, USA
2020–2021 Research Scholar, Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan, USA
2013–2014 Fulbright Scholar, University of Wisconsin, Madison, WI, USA
2009–2010 Lecturer & Department Head, English, RANA University, Kabul, Afghanistan
National Experience
2022–Present Chairperson/ Assistant Professor, Department of English & Literary Studies, University of Management & Technology (UMT), Lahore, Pakistan
2021–2022 Adjunct English Faculty, NAMAL University, Mianwali, Pakistan
2021–2022 Research Associate at IIUI-HEC Digitalizing Folk Wisdom: A Project of Collection, Translation and Study of Folk Literature in Major Pakistani Languages (No. IIUI/ORIC/HEC-NRPU/1825/2020), International Islamic University, Islamabad, Pakistan
2016–2021 Assistant Professor of English, University of Central Punjab (UCP), Lahore, Pakistan
2014–2016 Senior Lecturer (English), Namal College, Mianwali–An Associate College of the University of Bradford, UK
2011–2013 Lecturer, Department of English, National University of Modern Languages (NUML), Regional Campus, Peshawar, Pakistan
2008–2009 English Lecturer, EURO Institute of Management Sciences, Peshawar, Pakistan
Research Work
a) International Publications (Scopus/ Web of Sciences Indexed)
- Al-Rashidi, A.H., Asif, M., Vanani, M.G. et al. (2022). Learner-oriented assessment (LOA) practice: the comparative study of self-assessment, peer assessment, and teacher assessment on EFL learners’ writing complicity, accuracy, and fluency (CAF), speaking CAF, and attitude. Language Testing in Asia 12 (59), 1–22. https://doi.org/10.1186/s40468-022-00209-x [Scopus – Q1, IF: 2.4]
- Vadivel, B., Khalil, N. R., Asif, M., & Ajanil, B. (2022). Computer-assisted language learning and English learning in Cihan University: A mixed-methods study. Education Research International. https://doi.org/10.1155/2022/8700068 (Web of Science accession number: WOS:000858784300001) [Scopus – Q3, IF: 1.85]
- Asif, M., Sheeraz, M., & Sacco, S. J. (2022). Evaluating the impact of technological tools on the academic performance of English language learners at tertiary level: A pilot investigation. Pegem Journal of Education and Instruction, 12 (1), 272–282. https://doi.org/10.47750/pegegog.12.01.28 (Web of Science accession number: WOS:000740819200028) [Scopus – Q4, IF: 0.81]
- Tilwani, S. A., Asif, M., Hussain, Z., Patra, I., & Sarabani, L. (2022). The impact of emotional intelligence on cognitive strategy uses of Saudi English foreign language students’ vocabulary knowledge. Education Research International. https://doi.org/10.1155/2022/3451109 (Web of Science accession number: WOS:000810977300002) [Scopus – Q3, IF: 1.85]
- Rezai, A., Rahul, D. R., Asif, M., Omar, A., & Reshad Jamalyar, A. (2022). Contributions of e-portfolio assessment to developing EFL learners’ vocabulary, motivation, and attitudes. Education Research International. https://doi.org/10.1155/2022/5713278 (Web of Science accession number: WOS:000844629700001) [Scopus – Q3, IF: 1.85]
- Hussain, Z., Asif, M., Aslam, A., & Mahmood, M. A. (2021). Divergent patterns of variant tag questions in Pakistani English: A corpus-based comparative study. Pegem Journal of Education and Instruction, 11 (4), 370–378. https://doi.org/10.47750/pegegog.11.04.36 (Web of Science accession number: WOS:000706070600036) [Scopus – Q4, IF: 0.81]
- Hafeez, M. R., Tilwani, S. A., Asif, M., & Seraj, P. M. I. (2021). Challenging so-called fake media’s power abuse with social media, verbal abuse: Analysis of Twitter interactions. The Asian EFL Journal, 28 (1.4), 24–38 [Scopus – Q2, IF: 0.81]
- Benhima, M., Tilwani, S. A., & Asif, M. (2021). English language learners’ use of translation and attitudes towards learning vocabulary. TESOL International Journal, 16 (4.3), 157–175 [Scopus – Q3, IF: 1.04]
- Benhima, M., Tilwani, S. A., Asif, M., & Aslam, A. (2021). The factors behind studying English for academic purposes. The Asian ESP Journal, 17 (2), 249–273 [Scopus – Q2, IF: 1.13]
b) National (Local) Publications (HEC HJRS Indexed)
- Asif, M., & Aslam, A. (2023). Exploring the Significance of Blended Learning Models for L2 Educators in the Developing World: A Review of Current Literature. Pakistan Languages and Humanities Review, 7(4), 135–147. https://doi.org/10.47205/plhr.2023(7-IV)12
- Faheem, M. A., Asif, M., & Ahmed, S. (2023). Islamophobia and (Wes)toxification: A Hermeneutical and Phenomenological Reading of John Updike’s TERRORIST. Pakistan Languages and Humanities Review, 7(2), 448-454. https://doi.org/10.47205/plhr.2023(7-II)39
- Hussain, M. H. D. M., Asif, M. A. D. M., & Khanda, G. K. G. (2023). The Comprehension of Situation Bound Utterances among Students of English in Pakistan. Periodicals of Social Sciences, 3(1), 50-60.
- Habib, M. A., Asif, M., & Ali, R. I. (2021). The impact of Literacy and Numeracy Drive (LND) on English language learning in rural and urban public schools of Gujranwala, Punjab. Global Social Sciences Review (GSSR), VI (III), 137–149. https://doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2021(VI-III).15
- Habib, M. A., & Asif, M. (2021). Udaas Naslain: A theoretical analysis of the translation of Abdullah Hussein’s Urdu Novel. Tehseel, 2021 (8), 19–36
- Asif, M., Asad, M., Saeed, M., & Hanjra, M. A. (2021). Presentation of speech and thought: A stylistic analysis of Oscar Wilde’s The Sphinx Without a Secret. Jahan-e-Tahqeeq, 4 (1), 1–12
- Quraishi, N. H., Asif, M., Sheeraz, M., & Amer, K. (2020). Novel coronavirus (COVID-19) and its impact on education at the tertiary level: Challenges and solutions for Pakistani universities. Journal of Education & Social Sciences, 8 (2), 40–54. https://doi.org/10.20547/jess0822008204
- Bhatti, A. G., & Asif, M. (2020). An Orientalist reading of Robert Baron’s Mirza. Iqbal Review–Journal of the Iqbal Academy Pakistan, 61 (4), 15–31
- Asad, M., Saeed, M., Asif, M., & Ahmed, K. (2020). A study of pronunciation variations among rural and urban learners of English. Jahan-e-Tahqeeq, 3 (3), 47–57
- Omar, I., Asif, M., & Madad, A. (2019). Epistemological access to technology blended with pedagogy as a congruent component for students’ achievements. Iqbal Review–Journal of the Iqbal Academy Pakistan, 60 (2), 69–84
C) Manuscript Submitted for Publication
- Asif, M., Sacco, S. J., (2023). Investigating the effectiveness of commercial web-delivered language learning platforms: A review of current literature.
- Asif, M., Sheeraz, M., (2023). Investigating the impact of Transparent Language Online on L2 listening outcomes.
- Asif, M.., Aslam, A., Sacco, S. J., (2023). Exploring the significance of blended learning models for L2 educators in the developing world: A review of current literature.
- Asif, M. (2023). A Peircean semiotic analysis of House Stark in A Game of Thrones.
Journal Section Editor
- Digital Learning Innovations (Journal: Forum for Education Studies)
Journal Reviewer
- Taylor and Francis’ Interactive Learning Environments
- Taylor and Francis’ Journal of Research on Technology in Education(JRTE)
- Australasian Journal of Educational Technology (AJET)
- Forum for Linguistics Studies
- Pegem Journal of Education & Instruction
Supervisory Experience
- Supervised and mentored graduate students in their research and thesis writing process in the field of English Literature.
- Provided guidance and support to students throughout their thesis projects, ensuring their progress and academic success.
- Facilitated discussions and offered constructive feedback on research topics, methodologies, and writing styles.
- Monitored and evaluated students’ progress, providing assistance in refining their research questions and developing strong analytical frameworks.
- Ensured adherence to academic standards and ethical guidelines in research and writing.
Conferences & Symposia
- Attended PakTESOL and RELO’s “1st International Symposium on English Language Teaching Practices in Higher Education Institutes”, University of Central Punjab, Lahore, held on December 1–2, 2022
- Participated as a Session Chair at the UMT-ILA’s “First International Conference on TESOL, Linguistics and Literature” (ICTLL 2022), University of Management and Technology, Lahore, held on November 28–29, 2022
- Attended the UMT-ILA’s “First International Conference on TESOL, Linguistics and Literature” (ICTLL 2022), University of Management and Technology, Lahore, held on November 28–29, 2022
- Attended Metuchen Technology Symposium 2022, USA, held on March 26th, 2022
- Attended the Cambridge University Press 3-day Academic English Online Conference held on October 27–29, 2020
- Presented a paper titled ‘Integrating Technology in English Language Teaching at Tertiary Level in Pakistan’ at the 35th SPELT International Conference “Innovations in ELT: Future Directions” held on November 2–3, 2019, at the University of Central Punjab, Lahore
- Participated in the International Conference of the Literary Society of Pakistan, “Getting our Bearings Right: Literature, Society and Prosperity,” held on April 27–28, 2019, at International Islamic University, Islamabad
- Participated in the 16th Annual Fulbright Alumni Conference “Bringing Global Best Practices to Local Context,” held on December 13–15 at Serena Hotel, Islamabad
- Participated in the 15th Annual Fulbright Alumni Conference “Emerging Leaders” held on November 30–December 3, 2018, at Serena Hotel, Islamabad
- Participated in the 21st Century Learning Symposium held on March 19, 2016, at the National University of Science and Technology, Islamabad
Workshops / Webinars – Most Recent
- Attended Wiley’s Research Training, “Author Workshop: How to Publish in Wiley Open Access Journals (HEC)” (GoToWebinar, December 8, 2022)
- Attended Wiley’s Research Training, “Wiley Online Library: Advanced Search (HEC)” (GoToWebinar, November 7, 2022)
- Attended Wiley’s Research Training, “Accessing Wiley Journals and Publications Tips for Authors and Researchers (HEC)” (GoToWebinar, October 31, 2022)
- Attended Taylor & Francis’ webinar on “Peer Reviewer Motivation and Recognition” (Zoom, June 14, 2022)
- Rendered expertise as a resource person in SPELT Continuous Professional Development (CPD) 5th webinar titled “Enhancing Students Engagement in Virtual Learning Environment” (Zoom, April 18, 2020)
- Conducted a CPD webinar for UCP faculty titled “Virtual Learning Environment and Blended Learning Essentials” (Microsoft Teams, April 4, 2020)
- Organized & worked as a resource person in a training workshop on “Transparent Language Online for Teaching and Learning English Language” at UCP, Lahore (September 24–26, 2019)
- Rendered expertise as a resource person in a Summer Continuous Professional Learning and Development (CPLD) workshop on Integrating Technology in English Language Teaching at English Language Centre, UCP, Lahore (August 29, 2019)
- Worked as a resource person in a workshop on “Practicing Technology on Language Teaching and Research” at the NUML, Islamabad (January 30–February 1, 2019)
Courses / Summer Course(s)
- LLT 873–Quantitative Research in Second Language Studies, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI, USA, 16 weeks, 2021
- LLT-813: CALL–Technology-mediated Language Learning and Teaching, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI, USA, 16 weeks, 2021
- LLT 856: Language Identity and Ideology in Multilingual Settings, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI, USA, 16 weeks, 2021
- Cambridge CELTA, Oxford House College, Teaching House, London, UK, 04 weeks, 2020
- Quantitative Methods, University of Amsterdam, Virtual, 08 weeks, 2020
- ORIC-CLT “Summer Course on Research”, Forman Christian College University, Lahore, 07 weeks, 2019
- Blended Learning Essentials, University of Leeds & University College London, UK, FutureLearn, 05 weeks, 2019
- Understanding Research Methods, University of London & SOAS, Coursera, 04 weeks, 2019
Professional Memberships
- Fulbright Alumni
- Oxford House College, Teaching House, London, UK
- International English Language Teachers Association (IELTA)