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Dr. Sabri Bebawi, born in 1956 in the town of Fayoum, Egypt, is the middle child among five siblings.
He began his academic journey at Cairo University, where he studied law. However, his steadfast refusal to
bear arms or comply with orders to harm others, particularly Jews, led him to flee Egypt. He sought refuge in
the United Kingdom, where he was invited to study at Oxford University for a semester. Following his time in
Oxford, he chose not to return to Egypt and embarked on a journey across Europe, living and working in
England, Italy, France, and Cyprus before eventually settling in the United States.
In the U.S., Dr. Bebawi began his career as an instructor of English as a Second Language. His passion for
education and lifelong learning propelled him to further his studies, eventually becoming a professor
specializing in English, journalism, teacher training, and educational technology. He pursued advanced
studies at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) and earned a PhD in Education and Distance
Learning from Capella University, while also taking courses at UCLA.
Although English is his third language, Dr. Bebawi has authored numerous works on a variety of
subjects. Divine Comedy is his third novel, reflecting his dedication to the art of writing despite the
challenges of crafting narratives in a foreign language.
Dr. Bebawi is currently a fellow at the Salzburg Institute on Globalization in Austria, where he lectures on
the adverse impacts of globalization on impoverished and marginalized nations.
About Dr. Sabri Bebawi
SKILFUL PROFESSOR
…committed to guiding learners to succeed while inspiring a passion for learning, reading and writing
Creative Educator, Inspiring Lecturer and Qualified Professor with a Doctorate Degree coupled with 35
years experience instructing college students, securing resources, and implementing effective programs.
Background includes law and journalism
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
An enthusiastic, creative, and passionate teacher, mentor and advisor who believes that all
students can learn and thrive in a learning environment that is stimulating, comforting and
appropriate to their unique talents and abilities. Specializations include: English as a Second
Language (ESL), College English, Journalism and Instructional Technology.Instructional Leadership –
Use a balanced blend of motivational and targeted instruction methodologies to enhance curricula,
meet students’ specific needs, focus on the three “R”s – rigor, relevancy and relationships.
Engage Parents: Work closely with parents throughout career, repeated successes securing a
high level of parental involvement.Leverage Resources / Strategic Collaborations –
Work closely with district leaders and community partners to encourage parental involvement
and strong community alliances.Utilize a visionary approach with consistency to help students
past the threshold of not-knowing to knowingand develop to their fullest extent.
EDUCATION
PhD, Education and Educational Technology, Capella University, Minneapolis, MN -1995 Dissertation
Graduate Teaching Certificate in Online Teaching, UCLA, Los Angeles, CA – 1999
Master of Science, TESOL, California State University, Fullerton, CA – 1994
Bachelor of Arts in Communications, California State University, Fullerton, CA – 1987
LL.B. Faculty of Law, Cairo University, Egypt – 1977
PROFESSIONAL TEACHING EXPERIENCE
SAN JOSE CITY COLLEGE, SAN JOSE, CA, USA June 1999 – December 2010
Tenure Professor: English, ESL, Journalism, Instructional Technology
Facilitate four classes per semester. Utilize multiple assessments in compliance with district
and state requirements to inform instruction.Use innovative methods and materials to produce
effective learning experiences including cooperative learning, thematic instruction and differentiation.
Highlighted Achievements
Contributed to a significant increase in student retention
Contributed to a significant increase in success rates
Provided instructional and administration leadership
Developed courses in English Grammar, Writing and Instructional Technology
Mentored and coached instructors to help improve their competencies in teaching
English Grammar and using technology in the classroom
Developed and launched the college’s first online program and mentored teachers and
students to help them use two online delivery platforms: WebCT and Blackboard
Increased enrollment and retention in online classes
Participated in developing a language lab and built and maintained an ESL Online Lab
LONG BEACH CITY COLLEGE, LONG BEACH, CA. USA,
August 1989 – June 1999
Adjunct Instructor: ESL & English
Instructed continuing adult education students on English as a Second Language
courses, providing various levels of instruction in grammar, conversation, reading, writing and pronunciation.
Instructed main-stream college students on advanced English grammar and freshman composition
Started a Newsletter written and produced by my writing students
Incorporated in-house collegiate and external resources to develop lesson plans; create and
administer tests; and provide students with feedback targeting areas of improvement and align
their strengths with course objectives and intended outcomes.
Consulted with adults regarding learning techniques, such as active learning, total
activity approach, total physical response and suggestopedia.
Developed the college’s first use of technology in the classroom
Developed the college’s first online program
GOLDEN WEST COLLEGE, Huntington Beach, CA, USA August 1989 – June 2007
Adjunct Instructor: ESL & English Departments
Instructed continuing adult education students on English as a Second Language courses,
providing various levels of instruction in grammar, conversation, reading, writing and pronunciation.
Instructed main-stream college students on advanced English grammar and freshman
composition during Fall 2006 and Spring 20017
Incorporated in-house collegiate and external resources to develop lesson plans; create and
administer tests; and provide students with feedback targeting areas of improvement and align
their strengths with course objectives and intended outcomes.
Consulted with adults regarding learning techniques, such as active learning, total activity approach,
total physical response and suggestopedia.
Developed the college’s first use of technology in the classroom
Developed the college’s first online program
SANTA ANA COLLEGE, SANTA ANA, CA, USA
August 1989 – June 1999
Adjunct Instructor: ESL Advanced Composition
Conducted classroom instruction; prepared daily lesson plans; administered tests;
provided feedback on learning achievements and needs for improvement.
OTHER PART-TIME INSTRUCTOR EXPERIENCE
Fullerton College, Fullerton, CA, USA. English for Specific Purpose 1993 – 1996
NOCCCD, CA, US, English Instructor 1990 – 1996
COMMUNITY SERVICE
Catholic Charities, Anaheim, CA, USA, Instructor/Culture Advisor 1994 – 1998
UCC, Long Beach, CA, USA -ESL/Citizenship Instructor 1986 – 1989
Sisters of San Joseph Hospital, Orange, CA, Editor 1985 – 1986
PUBLICATIONS AND AWARDS
Poet of Merit Award, 1989; The American Poetry Anthology
Poet of the Year Nomination, 1988; APA Honorary Board Member, AA Press Guild, LA
The Non-Native Myth Interview: Faculty Matters Heroes: Faculty Matter: Dec. 2010
SBN-13: 978-0615457413
ISBN-10: 061545741X
LCCN: 2011904313 Library of Congress
Consider the Following with Grammar
ISBN-13: 978-0615467870
ISBN-10: 0615467873
Consider the Following: Writing from a Non-Native Perspective
ISBN-13: 978-1461030751 ISBN-10: 1461030757 LCCN: Library of Congress
Several other published books
ASSOCIATIONS AND CERTIFICATION
Fellow of the Salzburg Institute On Globalization, Salzburg, Austria California Teachers Credentials,
Valid for Life Teachers of English to Speakers of other Languages California Teachers Association
National Education Association of the United States Continuing Education Faculty Association.