Maria HABIB

Associate Professor
Lebanese Institute of Educators
Lebanese Institute for Educators - North Lebanon Branch

+961 (1) 421 000 ext 6314 maria.habib@usj.edu.lb

Highly qualified educator and researcher with a PhD in Education Sciences, with specialized expertise in bilingualism, early literacy, and second language teaching for non-native speakers. Extensive experience in the education sector, with a particular focus on early childhood education, teacher and student training and coaching, and multilingual learning environments. Proven track record in curriculum development and leading collaborative educational projects. Dedicated to promoting culturally sustainable pedagogical practices and advancing academic excellence in diverse and inclusive environments. Committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the classroom and in research.

Education

Degree University Country Year
Doctorat - Sciences de l'éducation Université Paul Valéry (Montpellier III) France 2009
Master - Sciences de l'éducation Balamand University Liban 1997
Licence d'enseignement - Psychologie Université Saint-Joseph de Beyrouth Liban 1982

Publications and communications

•Abou Rjeily S, Assaf M, Habib M, 2022, Self-Confrontation as a Lever to Develop Teachers Empowerment: A Case Study in a Lebanese Public School Research published on the AUF website. •Abou Rjeily S, Assaf M, Habib M, 2022, Evolving Classroom Practices through the Self-Confrontation Method" •Habib Maria, 2022, "The Impact of Arabic/French Bilingualism on the Construction of National Identity Among Young People in Lebanon," Awraq Tarbawia. •Abou Rjeily S, Assaf M, Habib M, 2022, "Self-Confrontation as a Lever to Develop Teachers Empowerment: A Case Study in a Lebanese Public School." Article published in the scientific journal Frantice, No. 20. •Habib Maria, 2019, "Teachers in Difficulty or Students in Difficulty?" Proceedings of the 7th International RIFFEF Conference, "Current and Future Issues in Teacher Training and the Teaching Profession."