Ms. Laila Abu-Sharkh
I am an English language and literature lecturer with extensive experience in higher education in Jordan. I have taught English language, communication skills, literature, reading, writing, and translation at several Jordanian higher-education institutions. I spent many years at Philadelphia University, first in the Language Center and later in the Department of Humanities and Basic Sciences, where I also undertook a range of academic and institutional responsibilities. My academic interests lie particularly in African American literature, feminism, and comparative literature. In addition to teaching, I have been involved in academic service, translation, professional communication, and initiatives aimed at enhancing students’ English language skills.
Educational Background
M.A. in English Language and Literature, University of Jordan, 2008
B.A. in English Language and Literature, Al-Ahliyya Amman University, 2004; ranked second among st
- African American Literature
- Feminism
- Comparative Literature
I have extensive teaching experience in English language and literature at the university level. I have worked as a full-time lecturer at Philadelphia University, Middle East University, and Queen Alia College, and as a part-time or adjunct lecturer at the University of Jordan, Petra University, and the New York Institute of Technology (NYIT). At Philadelphia University, I taught a wide range of courses, including English Communication Skills, Remedial English, Advanced Reading, Introduction to Translation, and Legal Studies in English/French. I also served as course coordinator for several English communication courses. In addition to teaching, I have served on and chaired a few university committees, including the Translation Committee and the Library and Information Resources Committee. I have also contributed to university initiatives through translation, English-language content development, formal correspondence with foreign institutions, and the establishment of a Virtual English Club for students.
- AI in Education, 2025
- Designing Interactive Video Using H5P, 2025
- McMillan Online Sessions for English Teachers (eight sessions), 2023
- TOEFL iBT Exam Workshop, 2021
- Other workshops and professional-development sessions conducted at Philadelphia University.
