Bilal Zakarneh
Biographic Data
| ID | 6909849 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Bilal Zakarneh |
| GIVEN NAMES | Bilal |
| FAMILY NAME | Zakarneh |
| SIGNATURE | ZAKARNEH B |
| AFFILIATIONS | Ajman University |
| ORCID | 0000-0001-8748-2708 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 10 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 0 |
| AUTHOR COUNT | 10 |
| EDITOR COUNT | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2023 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 0 |
The Quest for Identity in Saud Alsanousi’s The Bamboo Stalk
This research examines the psycho(social) identity development of Isa (also referred to as Jose), the protagonist in Saud Alsanousi's novel, The Bamboo Stalk (2012), through the lens of Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development. Applying Erikson’s eight stages of identity development, the paper explores Isa’s progression from infancy to adulthood, focusing on his journey from identity diffusion to identity achievement. The study centers o…
When Grammar Tells the True Story
This study presents an exploratory quantitative analysis of grammatical errors using an Error Analysis framework, based on 12 IELTS Task 2-modeled writing scripts produced by graduating English major students from the Faculty of Language Studies at Sohar University, Sultanate of Oman. Anchored in four analytical axes—error identification, error categorization, error evaluation (in terms of systematicity and severity), and cognitive impact—this st…
Investigating the effect of translated international logos on brand awareness and corporate image within the Arabian Gulf regions
Introduction This study examines the impact of translating international logos into Arabic on brand awareness and corporate image within the Arabian Gulf region. The research draws on semiotic theory, brand culture frameworks, localization strategies, and cognitive processing models to understand how culturally adapted visual identities influence consumer perceptions. Methods A quantitative, cross-sectional survey was conducted with 217 participa…
Adaptive Teaching Strategies in the Post-Pandemic Era
The pre-pandemic era saw the integration of educational technology into traditional classroom pedagogy as a supplementary tool, enhancing hands-on and interactive teaching approaches. During the pandemic, the physical presence of learners was replaced by virtual engagement, compelling both educators and students to adapt to a new learning paradigm. This shift necessitated the development of adaptive teaching strategies to preserve the interactive…
Online Flipped Google Classroom
This study investigated the advantages of using an online flipped Google Classroom to learn English grammar. The design of teaching and learning activities was guided by the 5E framework proposed by Bybee et al. (2006). Fifty-six pre-service teachers from an institute of teacher education participated in the study. The study utilised a mixed-methods design, which included a survey and reflective writing. The quantitative analysis demonstrated stu…
A Qualitative Investigation of WhatsApp Interaction for English Language Grammar Learning
This qualitative case study aimed to examine pre-service teachers’ and teacher educators’ interactions during their English grammar lessons via the WhatsApp platform. The Community of Inquiry (CoI) model was employed to categorize the WhatsApp interactions based on social, cognitive and teacher presences. Participants wrote their reflections for an in-depth understanding of the phenomenon that is being investigated. The cognitive, social and teac…
Investigating the role of Arabic language in sustaining socio-cultural identity and family values in Emirati society
Language is a critical social and cultural identity component, further affecting family values and cohesion. Particularly, the importance of the Arabic language (UAE) cannot be overstated due to its distinct role in positioning the United Arab Emirates as a culturally distinct society. Considering the importance of the Arabic language, this study also examined its role and effect on socio-cultural identity and family values in Emirati society. Ba…
Virtual Reality and Alternate Realities in Neal Stephenson’s “Snow Crash”
Cyberpunk literature encapsulates the genre's essence by representing technology integration and human existence in a dark, impending future. It shows a society rife with disparities and introduces unconventional heroes who navigate a world where the boundaries between the virtual and tangible realms. The primary objective of this research is to examine the representations of Virtual Reality and Alternate Reality in cyberpunk literature, mainly f…
Contextual Meanings of Qur’anic Near-Synonyms and Their English Translations with Special Reference to Huzn (Grief) and Its Near-Synonyms
The semantic differences among the synonyms of the Holy Qur’an are sometimes subtle and difficult to understand even for the Arabic speakers. This study examines the semantic differences between حزنhuzn (grief) and its near-synonyms in the Holy Qur’ān and then investigates how such nuances are reflected in the English translation. The study uses Relation by Contrast Approach to Synonyms as a theoretical framework for analysing the data. The findi…
Students’ Experiences of Fairness in Online Assessment
Online assessment is a new introduction in many developing countries during the COVID-19 pandemic, including Malaysia, Lithuania, and Spain. The current study conducted a phenomenology study to probe insights about fairness in online assessment. The interview data were interpreted from the perspective of social psychology theory that emphasizes distributional, procedural, and interaction justice. The study selected participants through purposive …
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Contextual Meanings of Qur’anic Near-Synonyms and Their English Translations with Special Reference to Huzn (Grief) and Its Near-Synonyms
The semantic differences among the synonyms of the Holy Qur’an are sometimes subtle and difficult to understand even for the Arabic speakers. This study examines the semantic differences between حزنhuzn (grief) and its near-synonyms in the Holy Qur’ān and then investigates how such nuances are reflected in the English translation. The study uses Relation by Contrast Approach to Synonyms as a theoretical framework for analysing the data. The findi…
Students’ Experiences of Fairness in Online Assessment
Online assessment is a new introduction in many developing countries during the COVID-19 pandemic, including Malaysia, Lithuania, and Spain. The current study conducted a phenomenology study to probe insights about fairness in online assessment. The interview data were interpreted from the perspective of social psychology theory that emphasizes distributional, procedural, and interaction justice. The study selected participants through purposive …
Virtual Reality and Alternate Realities in Neal Stephenson’s “Snow Crash”
Cyberpunk literature encapsulates the genre's essence by representing technology integration and human existence in a dark, impending future. It shows a society rife with disparities and introduces unconventional heroes who navigate a world where the boundaries between the virtual and tangible realms. The primary objective of this research is to examine the representations of Virtual Reality and Alternate Reality in cyberpunk literature, mainly f…
Investigating the effect of translated international logos on brand awareness and corporate image within the Arabian Gulf regions
Introduction This study examines the impact of translating international logos into Arabic on brand awareness and corporate image within the Arabian Gulf region. The research draws on semiotic theory, brand culture frameworks, localization strategies, and cognitive processing models to understand how culturally adapted visual identities influence consumer perceptions. Methods A quantitative, cross-sectional survey was conducted with 217 participa…
Adaptive Teaching Strategies in the Post-Pandemic Era
The pre-pandemic era saw the integration of educational technology into traditional classroom pedagogy as a supplementary tool, enhancing hands-on and interactive teaching approaches. During the pandemic, the physical presence of learners was replaced by virtual engagement, compelling both educators and students to adapt to a new learning paradigm. This shift necessitated the development of adaptive teaching strategies to preserve the interactive…
Online Flipped Google Classroom
This study investigated the advantages of using an online flipped Google Classroom to learn English grammar. The design of teaching and learning activities was guided by the 5E framework proposed by Bybee et al. (2006). Fifty-six pre-service teachers from an institute of teacher education participated in the study. The study utilised a mixed-methods design, which included a survey and reflective writing. The quantitative analysis demonstrated stu…
A Qualitative Investigation of WhatsApp Interaction for English Language Grammar Learning
This qualitative case study aimed to examine pre-service teachers’ and teacher educators’ interactions during their English grammar lessons via the WhatsApp platform. The Community of Inquiry (CoI) model was employed to categorize the WhatsApp interactions based on social, cognitive and teacher presences. Participants wrote their reflections for an in-depth understanding of the phenomenon that is being investigated. The cognitive, social and teac…
Investigating the role of Arabic language in sustaining socio-cultural identity and family values in Emirati society
Language is a critical social and cultural identity component, further affecting family values and cohesion. Particularly, the importance of the Arabic language (UAE) cannot be overstated due to its distinct role in positioning the United Arab Emirates as a culturally distinct society. Considering the importance of the Arabic language, this study also examined its role and effect on socio-cultural identity and family values in Emirati society. Ba…
The Quest for Identity in Saud Alsanousi’s The Bamboo Stalk
This research examines the psycho(social) identity development of Isa (also referred to as Jose), the protagonist in Saud Alsanousi's novel, The Bamboo Stalk (2012), through the lens of Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development. Applying Erikson’s eight stages of identity development, the paper explores Isa’s progression from infancy to adulthood, focusing on his journey from identity diffusion to identity achievement. The study centers o…
When Grammar Tells the True Story
This study presents an exploratory quantitative analysis of grammatical errors using an Error Analysis framework, based on 12 IELTS Task 2-modeled writing scripts produced by graduating English major students from the Faculty of Language Studies at Sohar University, Sultanate of Oman. Anchored in four analytical axes—error identification, error categorization, error evaluation (in terms of systematicity and severity), and cognitive impact—this st…
Psychology (6 works) · Linguistics (4 works) · Computer Science (3 works) · Mathematics education (3 works) · Philosophy (3 works) · Sociology (3 works) · Aesthetics (2 works) · Arabic (2 works) · Artificial Intelligence (2 works) · Cognition (2 works)