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Saima Jabeen

Dr. Saima Jabeen

Assistant Professor / In-charge
Research Interests: Teaching of English to Speakers of Other Languages, Linguistics, Education, Stylistics, Curriculum Development, Research in Teacher Education

Biography

Dr Saima Jabeen is a distinguished academician, researcher, and expert in Linguistics and TESOL, currently serving as the In-charge, Department of Linguistics and Language Studies at Government College University (GCU), Lahore. She holds a PhD in Education and an MS in TESOL from Lahore College for Women University, complemented by an MA in English Literature from the University of the Punjab. Her doctoral research focused on evaluating the impact of English Language Teacher Education Programmes in Pakistan, reflecting her commitment to institutional quality and pedagogical efficacy. Her research portfolio is diverse with numerous publications in W, X, and Y-category journals. She secured certification in Information Technology by Cambridge University, UK. Her tenure at GCU Lahore began in 2007, where she rose from Lecturer to Assistant Professor in 2016. Her leadership roles are extensive, including serving as the Coordinator for the Internship Programme and the Masters in English Language Teaching (2011–2017). She has been instrumental in the university's administrative and creative sectors as Editor, GCU Prospectus and a member of the GCU Press Team. As a member of HEC’s National Curriculum Review Committee 2023 and 2025, Dr Jabeen has played a vital role in designing and reviewing national MS and BS programmes in Linguistics and Literature. At GCU, she designed the curricula for MS and BS Linguistics, and undergraduate courses in Expository Writing and Functional Engl

Education

  • PhD in Education/TESOL, Lahore College For Women University (Lahore, Pakistan) 2022
  • MS/MPhil in TESOL, Lahore College For Women University (Lahore, Pakistan) 2016
Cambridge Information Technology Certificate

Teaching Areas

Teaching of English to Speakers of Other Languages, Linguistics, Education, Stylistics, Curriculum Development, English Language Teacher Education, Research in Teacher Education

Experience

From To Designation Firm/Institution
Jul 2007 Continue Assistant Professor GC University Lahore

Journal Papers

  • Jabeen, S., Saira, T., Rubina, M., & Asifa, Y. (2025). "A Mixed-Methods Approach to Evaluating Sustainable Learning in Distance Education." The Critical Review of Social Sciences Studies , Vol. 3 (4) , pp. 1809-1827. DOI: https://doi.org/10.59075/2z2jc830 [Link]
  • Taj, S., Saima, J., Sana, K., & Tahira, B. (2025). "Exploring the Readiness and Perception of B.Ed. and M.Ed. Students toward STEM Education in Lahore: A SWOT Analysis." ACADEMIA International Journal for Social Sciences , Vol. 4 (4) , pp. 901-912. DOI: DOI:10.63056/ACAD.004.04.0944 [Link]
  • Jabeen, S., Tahira, B., Saira, T., Sana, K., & Asifa, Y. (2025). "From Reels to Robots: Exploring the Influence of Social Media on Student Engagement and Interest in STEAM Fields in Pakistan.." Journal of Social Sciences Research & Policy , Vol. 4 (3) , pp. 207-219. DOI: https://doi.org/10.71327/jssrp.34.207-219 [Link]
  • Kamal, H., Saira, T., Saima, J., Saima, R., Uzma, N., & Asifa, Y. (2024). "Effect of Child Maltreatment on Social Well-being, Psychological and Academic Performance of Students." Remittances Review , Vol. 9 (3) , pp. 119-138. DOI: https://doi.org/10.33282/rr.vx9i2.07 [Link]
  • Taj, S., Saima, J., Sana, K., Asifa, Y., Uzma, N., Javerea, R., & Saima, R, (2024). "Knowledge, Attitude and Self-efficacy of Pre-service Teachers about Sustainable Development in Pakistan: A Quasi- Experimental Study." Remittances Review , Vol. 9 (2) , pp. 4619-4637. DOI: 10.33282/rr.vx9i2.243 [Link]
  • Jabeen, S. & Saira, T. (2021). "Impact of Synchronous and Asynchronous University Programmes in the Wake of Covid-19 Outbreak: A Students’ Perspective." LINGUISTICA ANTVERPIENSIA , Vol. 2 , pp. 1621 - 1638. DOI: www.hivt.be | Impact Factor: 1.000 [Link]
  • Taj, S. Namirah, A., & Saima, J. (2021). "Investigating Secondary School Teachers’ Mathematical Content Knowledge for Teaching (MCKT) and their Misconceptions." Webology , Vol. 18 (2) , pp. 2555-2570. DOI: https://www.webology.org/abstract.php?id=3922# | Impact Factor: 0.533 [Link]
  • Taj, S., Javeria, F. & Saima, J. (2021). "The Effect of Training about Child Abuse Awareness through Activity-based Method on Awareness and Self-efficacy of Pre-service Teachers at a Women University." Turkish Online Journal of Qualitative Inquiry (TOJQI) , Vol. 12 (9) , pp. 1738-1753. DOI: 10.17569/tojqi.55391 | Impact Factor: SNIP 20230.495 [Link]
  • Alvi, S.T., Saira, T., Saima, J., Asifa, Y., Zobia, K. & Huma, H. (2021). "The Impact of Stress on Pupil Teachers’ Academic Achievement." International Journal of Innovation, Creativity and Change. www.ijicc.net , Vol. 3 (15) , pp. 1382-1390. DOI: www.ijicc.net | Impact Factor: 0.356 [Link]

Conference Papers

  • 1st International Conference of Language and Literature (2014), Lahore, Pakistan. , Paper: "Literature Studies and Development of Critical Thinking Skills"
  • 1st International Conference: Language Sciences and the developing world (2013), Lahore, Pakistan. , Paper: "Strategic Development of English Language Teaching and Learning Resource: A Route to Empowerment"
  • International Conference on Achieving the MDGs (2010), Lahore, Pakistan. , Paper: "Researching Research Culture at Higher Education"
  • National Conference on Bilingualism (2010), Rawalpindi, Pakistan. , Paper: "Research in Bilingualism: A Dilemma!"

Awards/Achievements

  • Services acknowledged as resource person for staff development programmes (2023), Focal Person Faculty Development Trainings, GCU Lahore, PCEPT GCU Lahore, UVAS Lahore, NIPA Lahore,.
  • Teaching Excellence Award (2004), Ali Institute of Education.
  • Teaching Excellence Award (2003), Ali Institute of Education.
  • Teaching Excellence Award (2002), Ali Institute of Education.