Asim Bashir

Innovative HE Leader | AI in Education Specialist | Senior Fellow of Advance HE
Leeds, UK.

About

Highly innovative Higher Education leader with over 17 years of experience in assessment design and curriculum development across the UK, Middle East, and international contexts. As a Senior Fellow of Advance HE, he drives strategic educational innovation by integrating AI into teaching, learning, and assessment ethically and pedagogically. He excels as an Academic Integrity Officer, mentor, and external examiner, fostering inclusive, research-informed, and student-centred learning environments.

Work

De Montfort University
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External Examiner - Master of Education in Learning Design and Technology

Leicester, England, UK

Summary

Oversees quality assurance for the Master of Education in Learning Design and Technology program, ensuring alignment with sector standards and promoting AI-aware assessment practices.

Highlights

Evaluated and refined assessment briefs and marking criteria, ensuring alignment with learning outcomes and sector standards to uphold academic rigor.

Sampled student work across diverse academic levels, benchmarking standards to ensure consistent quality and comparability.

Participated in Boards of Examiners, providing expert advice on award decisions, student progression, and classification.

Authored formal reports with strategic enhancement recommendations, specifically integrating digital and AI-aware assessment practices.

Advised programme teams on quality assurance frameworks and constructive alignment strategies, enhancing program effectiveness.

Provided critical guidance on the responsible and ethical integration of AI into assessment design, safeguarding academic integrity.

University of Hull
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External Examiner – BA/MA Education Studies, MA Educational Research Practice

Hull, England, UK

Summary

Provides external examination and quality assurance for BA/MA Education Studies and MA Educational Research Practice programs, ensuring academic standards and ethical practices.

Highlights

Reviewed assessment briefs and marking criteria for alignment with learning outcomes and sector standards.

Sampled student work across levels to benchmark standards and ensure comparability.

Attended Boards of Examiners, advising on award decisions, progression, and classification.

Provided formal reports with enhancement recommendations, including digital and AI-aware assessment practice.

Bishop Grosseteste University
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External Examiner - MA Education with TESOL

Lincoln, England, UK

Summary

Serves as an External Examiner for the MA Education with TESOL program, ensuring adherence to academic standards and promoting best practices in language education.

Highlights

Reviewed assessment briefs and marking criteria for alignment with learning outcomes and sector standards.

Sampled student work across levels to benchmark standards and ensure comparability.

Attended Boards of Examiners, advising on award decisions, progression, and classification.

Provided formal reports with enhancement recommendations, including digital and AI-aware assessment practice.

AI Education Forum
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Advisory Board Member

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Summary

Contributes expert guidance to the AI Education Forum, shaping strategic initiatives and fostering advancements in AI integration within educational contexts.

Highlights

Provided strategic insights and recommendations on AI integration in education, influencing forum initiatives and policy development.

Contributed to discussions on ethical AI use and pedagogical best practices for educational technology.

University of Birmingham
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EAP Lecturer / Head of Assessment

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Summary

Leads assessment strategies and delivers EAP instruction, focusing on integrating AI ethically and effectively to enhance learning outcomes and academic integrity.

Highlights

Redeveloped comprehensive assessment portfolio, integrating Generative AI to ensure AI-resilient and ethical practices, enhancing academic integrity.

Redesigned summative assessments to embed responsible AI use, elevating focus on higher-order cognitive skills and critical thinking.

Delivered institutional training sessions to faculty members on ethical AI integration, improving pedagogical practices and assessment fairness.

Conducted workshops on AI literacy and responsible integration, enhancing staff and student proficiency in AI tools and ethics.

Championed and led curriculum redevelopment initiatives, successfully embedding AI awareness and digital literacy across programs.

Collaborated with cross-functional academic and digital teams to design AI-informed modules and innovative rubrics, optimizing assessment effectiveness.

Mentored staff members on AI integration, assessment, and academic integrity, fostering best practices and innovation.

Tracked and analyzed learning-outcome data to identify trends and inform curriculum improvements, leading to targeted interventions that enhanced student success.

Leeds City College
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ESOL Programme Manager

Leeds, England, UK

Summary

Managed ESOL provision across multiple centers, driving quality, performance, and compliance while fostering staff development and student success.

Highlights

Led ESOL provision across multiple centers, consistently exceeding quality and performance targets through strategic oversight.

Implemented structured digital training for teachers, enhancing technology integration in classrooms and improving instructional effectiveness for educators.

Improved student retention, progression, and achievement rates through targeted academic interventions and robust tracking systems.

Managed comprehensive quality assurance, internal verification, and compliance processes, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.

Coordinated Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision and Teaching Assistant (TA) planning, optimizing inclusive practices and securing funding efficiency.

Recruited, mentored, and performance-managed staff members, conducting observations and CPD activities to foster professional growth.

Forged strategic partnerships with community stakeholders, supporting marketing, information, advice, and guidance (IAG), and enrolment processes.

Directed and managed quality assurance processes, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement across ESOL programs.

University of Huddersfield
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Lecturer / Academic Supervisor

Huddersfield, England, UK

Summary

Delivered research methods lectures and supervised undergraduate dissertations, enhancing student critical thinking and promoting technology-enhanced learning.

Highlights

Delivered engaging Research Methods lectures, utilizing active and technology-enhanced learning approaches to improve comprehension for diverse student groups.

Supervised undergraduate dissertations from conceptualization to completion, providing specialist feedback that enhanced research quality and student success.

Designed inclusive and integrity-focused assessments, ensuring direct alignment with learning outcomes and fair evaluation.

Developed innovative blended and flipped learning designs, increasing student engagement and improving attainment levels.

Contributed evidence-based recommendations to curriculum enhancement and module review, leading to improved program effectiveness.

Championed evidence-based teaching practices, integrating new research findings to enhance instructional quality and relevance.

Enhanced student critical thinking and self-reflection through active learning tasks, fostering deeper understanding and analytical skills.

Adapted and optimized curriculum delivery methods, leveraging technology to maximize effectiveness and student engagement.

Technical and Vocational Training Corporation (TVTC)
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English Programme Academic Director

Riyadh, Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia

Summary

Directed a national English program with a 20M SAR/year budget, overseeing KPIs, curriculum development, and staff management across multiple colleges.

Highlights

Directed a national English program with an annual budget of 20M SAR across multiple colleges, achieving key performance indicators and optimizing budget allocation.

Standardized term examinations and weekly tests across all levels and sites, ensuring consistent assessment quality and fairness.

Authored comprehensive academic guide and teacher handbook, ensuring 100% compliance with TVTC requirements and enhancing instructional consistency.

Introduced a new digital learning module across the program, enhancing blended learning capabilities and student access to resources.

Led the full recruitment lifecycle, onboarding, observation, and evaluation for teachers and managers, improving team performance and retention.

Implemented robust systems for lesson planning, attendance tracking, grading, and reporting, improving operational efficiency.

Drove curriculum development and continuous improvement initiatives in collaboration with training specialists, enhancing program relevance and effectiveness.

Chaired leadership meetings, effectively aligning operational activities with strategic program goals and objectives.

Technical and Vocational Training Corporation (TVTC)
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English Programme Site Director

Dammam, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia

Summary

Managed day-to-day site operations for the English program, including staffing, resources, quality monitoring, and fostering a positive learning climate.

Highlights

Managed comprehensive day-to-day site operations, including timetables, staffing, and resources, ensuring smooth program delivery and efficiency.

Maintained robust systems for lesson plans, attendance, assessments, and deadlines, improving organizational efficiency and accountability.

Inducted and supported new teachers, coordinating HR and logistics processes to ensure seamless integration into the team.

Cultivated a positive learning climate, establishing clear expectations and recognition schemes that boosted student and staff morale.

Coached and mentored teachers, monitoring quality through observations to enhance instructional effectiveness and professional development.

Served as the primary liaison between college, head office, and HR, facilitating effective communication and problem-solving.

Managed critical HR-related processes, including visas, contracts, payroll, and recruitment, ensuring compliance and efficiency.

Led regular staff meetings and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) sessions, fostering professional growth and career development for staff members.

International Aviation Technical College
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EAP Lecturer (BA Foundation Year Programme)

Riyadh, Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia

Summary

Delivered EAP instruction to civilian and military cohorts, developing curriculum and utilizing project-based learning to enhance academic skills.

Highlights

Delivered professional development training to peers, enhancing teaching methodologies and instructional quality across the department.

Delivered EAP to diverse civilian and military cohorts, preparing students for successful entry into aviation pathways.

Planned lessons with SMART objectives, integrating project-based learning to enhance practical application and critical thinking skills.

Developed curriculum aligned with CEFR standards and aviation contexts, ensuring relevance and effectiveness for specialized student groups.

Organized cooperative learning and peer tutoring activities, fostering collaborative learning and improving student engagement.

Taught presentation skills, significantly building learner confidence and public speaking abilities for students.

Monitored student progression, providing weekly feedback and targeted interventions to ensure academic success.

Authored and curated effective teaching and learning resources, optimizing instructional delivery and student comprehension.

Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University
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EAP Instructor

Dammam, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia

Summary

Instructed EAP courses, designing interdisciplinary activities and developing curriculum under quality assurance processes to enhance student learning.

Highlights

Planned and delivered EAP lessons and assessments with constructive alignment, ensuring coherence between teaching, learning, and evaluation.

Designed interdisciplinary learning activities, effectively connecting language acquisition with content knowledge to enhance comprehension.

Developed curriculum under rigorous Quality Assurance processes, documenting improvements that enhanced program effectiveness.

Facilitated cooperative learning and peer tutoring for mixed-level groups, improving collaboration and supporting diverse learning needs.

Monitored weekly student progress, maintaining detailed learner records and action plans to guide targeted interventions.

Authored and adapted level-appropriate teaching materials and assessments, ensuring relevance and challenge for diverse student proficiencies.

Contributed to program review, standardization, and enhancement initiatives, improving overall program quality.

Advised students on academic skills development and progression routes, guiding them towards successful academic and career paths.

APNA Centre in partnership with LEAP (Leeds City Council)
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English Language Teacher

Leeds, England, UK

Summary

Developed and delivered communicative, learner-centered ESOL curricula for adult learners, fostering engagement and supporting progression to higher study or employment.

Highlights

Developed and implemented communicative, learner-centered ESOL curricula for adult learners, enhancing practical language skills and engagement.

Designed cooperative learning projects and peer-support structures, fostering collaborative learning and mutual support among students.

Produced detailed learner progress reports and individual action plans, guiding students towards specific linguistic and academic goals.

Trained and mentored new teachers, conducting observations and providing constructive feedback to enhance their instructional capabilities.

Liaised with management to implement curriculum modifications, ensuring curriculum responsiveness to student needs and industry trends.

Selected and curated appropriate textbooks and resources, optimizing learning materials for diverse student groups.

Provided targeted interventions for learners with specific needs, improving learning outcomes and addressing individual challenges.

Cultivated strong relationships with learners, significantly improving engagement and retention rates.

Education

RQF, TQUK
UK, England, UK

Diploma (Level 5)

Education and Training

University of Huddersfield
Huddersfield, England, UK

Doctorate (EdD)

Education

University of Leeds
Leeds, England, UK

Master (MA)

Applied Translation Studies

Action English Language Training
UK, England, UK

Certificate (Level 5)

English Language Teaching

University of Leeds
Leeds, England, UK

Bachelor (BA Hons)

Arabic & Islamic Studies

Grade: 2:1

Awards

Senior Fellow of Advance HE (SFHEA)

Awarded By

Advance HE

Recognised for extensive expertise and leadership in higher education, particularly in embedding AI into teaching, learning, and assessment in ethical and pedagogically sound ways.

Community Fellowship Award (Level 2)

Awarded By

OCN

Awarded for contributions to community initiatives and fostering positive social impact.

Languages

English
Arabic

Certificates

AI Educator

Issued By

University of Birmingham

Power BI Data Visualisation

Issued By

Etech, UAE

Project Management Simplified

Issued By

LinkedIn Learning

Research Integrity

Issued By

Epigeum

Teaching in Higher Education

Issued By

University of Huddersfield

TOEFL iBT

Issued By

Propell®, Riyadh, KSA

IELTS Teaching Certificate

Issued By

London Teacher Training College

Brain Friendly Learning (Level 2)

Issued By

OCN

Managing Behaviour

Issued By

Education Leeds

Developing Fundraising

Issued By

RTC

Recruitment Selection

Issued By

RTC

Funding Point Training

Issued By

RTC

Supporting Tutors (Level 2)

Issued By

OCN

Skills

Educational Leadership & Management

Academic Management, Educational Leadership, Team Building, Leadership, Performance Development, Staff Development, Training & Mentoring, Strategic Planning, Quality Assurance, Curriculum Management.

AI & Technology in Education

AI in Education, Technology Integration, Generative AI Prompting, Learning Technologies, Digital Literacy, AI-aware Assessment Design, Ethical AI Integration.

Curriculum & Assessment Development

Assessment Development, Curriculum Development, Instructional Design, Assessment, Pedagogy, Teaching Methods, Interactive Learning, Needs Assessment, Blended Learning, Flipped Learning, Constructive Alignment.

Research & Academic Practice

Research, Research Integrity, Evidence-based Practice, Academic Supervision, Dissertation Supervision, Module Review.

English Language Education

English Language Instruction, EAP (English for Academic Purposes), ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages), IELTS, TOEFL, Communicative Language Teaching, Curriculum Adaptation.

Project & Program Management

Program Management, Project Delivery, KPI Tracking, Resource Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Operational Efficiency.