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Curriculum Vitae:
First name: Sara
Second
name: Abutaleb Joula
Gender:
Female
Address:
Department of Social Sciences and Communication Studies, Allame
Tabatabaee University
E-mail:
sarajoula@yahoo.co.uk
Educational Qualifications:
- PhD in
Communication Studies (2001-2008), Loughborough University, Social
Sciences and Communication Studies Department
- MA in
Communication Studies (1999-2000), Leeds University, Communication
Studies Department.
- BA in
Sociology (1995-1999), Southern Pacific University.
Work Experience:
1-
Conducting a database research as part of a team at Leeds University
(2001).
2-
Undertaking several focus groups research as part of two different
research projects (2000, 2005) at Leeds and Loughborough
Universities.
3- College
Lecturer at Fairclough College (2004-2005).
4- Teaching
at Masomiye Girls School, Iran, Tehran (1992-1994).
Skills Profile / Achievements:
1-
Writing
papers or abstracts and doing research work.
2-
Undertaking a research project in the effect of mass media at Leeds
University.
3-
Undertaking focus groups research project at Loughborough
University.
4-
Undertaking academics research using qualitative methods, content
analysis and discourse analysis in field of media studies.
5-
Conducting
research projects and giving lectures at both Leeds University and
Loughborough University.
6-
IT Knowledge:
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Microsoft
packages: word processing, PowerPoint, Excel and
Spreadsheets.
-
Extensive
internet use and basic html programming competence and using
internet for research, using E-mail and preparing front page /
slides and transparent for presentation.
7-
Analytical Skills: Requisites for my MA / PhD
degree include problem solving, logical thinking and calculating. I
enjoy using numbers to back up discussions.
8-
Time Management: I am punctual and reliable
through experience involving teaching and research work. I like to
always be organised and present myself well.
9-
Communication:
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Good
communication skills gained from conducting presentations in front
of large audiences consisting of both lecturers and students.
-
Effective
operation and communication in multi – national environments.
9- Team
Work:
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Team work
was an essential part of every group work exercise conducted at
university to ensure a successful result.
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Working as
a member of a research team, encouraged me to work efficiently to
ensure the best out come for the project.
10-
Leadership:
Leadership
qualities have been portrayed through numerous group exercises
throughout
my university career where I adopt a dominant and positive role.
11-
Problem
Solving:
- Problem
solving has been dominant throughout my education and work
experience.
- Often
dealing with difficulties has led me to find solutions to problem in
a calm and efficient manner.
Activities & Interests:
-
Travelling: travelling for seminars throughout UK, has undoubtedly
been one of the most influential experiences of my life. It has not
only made me a more confident person but has helped me to integrate
with all nationalities and broaden my horizons.
- Sports: I
consider myself an active person who enjoys a wide range of sports
such as swimming and tennis.
- I mostly
enjoy reading books and writing.
Papers and Research Works:
Papers:
1-
Development and Under-development in Iran, a Historical Approach.
2- Whose
System, Whose Culture, Propaganda in the era of Advanced
Communication Technologies.
3-
Globalisation and Cultural Imperialism.
4- The
New World Communication Order and the Free Flow of Information.
5-
Cross Cultural Media Impacts on their Audiences.
6- How
Does the Medium of Communication Shapes our Thoughts and Behaviour.
7-
Cultural Imperialism and Satellite Television in Iran.
Books:
1-
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