Nahid Alawad
About Nahid Alawad
Nahid Alawad is a Foreign Languages Curriculum/Testing Specialist with over 20 years of experience at the Federal Government of Canada. She holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Khartoum and a Master's Degree from West Virginia University, and she supervises the development and quality control of foreign language programs in post-secondary education.
Work at Government of Canada
Nahid Alawad has been employed at the Federal Government of Canada since 2004, serving as a Foreign Languages Curriculum/Testing Specialist. In this role, she supervises the piloting process of curriculum and instructional design for foreign language programs. Her responsibilities include establishing quality control measures for foreign language training programs in post-secondary education, ensuring that these programs meet established standards.
Education and Expertise
Nahid Alawad holds a Bachelor of Arts in Foreign Languages from the University of Khartoum. She furthered her education at West Virginia University, where she earned a Master’s Degree in Foreign Languages, completing her studies from 1980 to 1982. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her expertise in foreign language curriculum development and testing.
Curriculum Development and Evaluation
Nahid Alawad has developed a six-phase scheme for foreign language training programs. This comprehensive framework includes analysis, design, development, delivery, evaluation, and validation. She evaluates commercial textbooks and oversees the creation of supplementary learning materials to enhance the core curriculum, ensuring that educational resources align with course objectives.
Project Specifications and Quality Control
In her role, Nahid Alawad produces project specifications that guide curriculum and test developers. These specifications ensure adherence to course objectives and standards, contributing to the overall quality of foreign language training programs. Her focus on quality control measures is essential for maintaining high educational standards in post-secondary foreign language education.