FACULTY BIO

Areas of Expertise

Dr. Lama specializes in Translation Studies within the Department of English Language and Literature, with extensive experience in teaching various aspects of translation, including business, journalistic, and technical translation, as well as interpreting. Her courses are designed to equip students with both practical skills and theoretical knowledge necessary for effective translation practices. Her research interests closely align with her teaching focus, particularly in the translation of children’s literature and cross-cultural communication. She has developed vital resources, such as the Practicum Manual for translation students. As the Head of the Program and Curriculum Committee at the Department, she has actively participated in drafting and reviewing the NQF mapping scorecards for both the BA and MA programs in the department. She has played a significant role in the comprehensive review process of all course syllabi, ensuring alignment and coherence in Course Intended Learning Outcomes (CILOs) and their mapping to Program Intended Learning Outcomes (PILOs), while also contributing to the selection of appropriate assessment types based on the level and characteristics of each course.

Education

Dr. Lama holds a Ph.D. in Translation Studies from the University of Edinburgh, UK, an M.Sc. in Translation and Interpreting from Heriot-Watt University, also located in Edinburgh, and a BA in English Language and Literature from the University of Jordan.

Biography

Dr. Lama has been teaching in higher education for over 25 years, with a focus on Translation Studies. In addition to her extensive teaching experience, she has worked as an interpreter, bringing practical insights to her academic role. Her research interests include the translation of children’s literature, cross-cultural communication, and online teaching

Achievements

• Dr. Lama received the award titled "e-Learning and Distance Learning for High Accessibility File Score in Blackboard Learning Management System Course, " which recognizes exceptional accessibility achieved in the course "Scientific and Technical Translation (TRAN403)."   This recognition was awarded by the Zain e-Learning Centre at the University of Bahrain in September 2023.
• The paper titled "The Lack of Visual Interaction in Online Classes and its Effect on the Learning Experience of Students during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Survey of Bahraini Private University Students" won the Best Award Paper at the AUBH E-Learning Conference 2021. This work was co-authored by Dr. Lama Al Mahadin from the University of Bahrain and Dr. Lilian Hallak from the American University of Bahrain.