15/10/2026

Orientation Workshop for the 2026–2027 Academic Year

On Thursday, October 15, 2026, the Faculty Development Center at Applied Science Private University held a specialized training workshop entitled “Orientation Program for New Faculty Members for the 2026–2027 Academic Year.” The workshop took place at Ibn Khaldun Auditorium and was attended by a large number of newly appointed academics and other interested participants.
The workshop aimed to prepare faculty members for their academic roles and enhance their professional skills. It covered a comprehensive range of topics presented by a distinguished group of university experts and academics, as outlined in the following program:
1. University Legislation and Academic Work Ethics
The workshop opened with a lecture delivered by Prof. Hamza Abu Issa, who reviewed the regulations and legislation governing the university environment. He emphasized the importance of adhering to academic work ethics and fulfilling the responsibilities expected of faculty members.
2. Developing Study Plans and Quality Assurance Fundamentals
Prof. Thair Kaddumi delivered an intensive training session on quality assurance mechanisms in higher education. The session focused on preparing academic forms (Forms 2 and 4), designing study plans, calculating virtual credit hours, and aligning them with intended learning outcomes to ensure the effectiveness of the educational process.
3. Scientific Research and Academic Promotion Requirements
In her session, Prof. Muna Barakat discussed the university’s regulations governing scientific research and the mechanisms for supporting research activities and participation in international academic events. She also provided a detailed overview of the conditions and requirements for the academic promotion of faculty members.
4. Communication Strategies and Professional Student Engagement
Prof. Zakaria Almubasher conducted an interactive workshop on the behavioral and professional skills required to engage effectively with students from diverse backgrounds. He also explored modern communication methods and channels that help foster successful academic and interpersonal relationships on campus.
5. Digital Systems and E-Learning
The workshop concluded with an extensive session delivered by Dr. Laith Alzboon, focusing on the technical aspects and digital systems adopted by the university. The session covered the following platforms:
• Digital Student Information System (My.asu.edu.jo): An overview of managing attendance and absences, recording courses and grades, and activating electronic academic advising.
• Synchronous Learning Platform (Microsoft Teams): An introduction to creating academic teams, customizing settings, and managing virtual meetings.
• Asynchronous Learning Platform (Edugate.asu.edu.jo): An explanation of course management, uploading learning resources such as files and links, designing tests and assignments, managing the question bank, and transferring grades directly to the university’s system.
The workshop witnessed significant engagement from participants, who raised questions and took part in discussions aimed at enhancing academic and technical performance across the university at the beginning of the new academic year.