Abdulla Jameel

Senior lecturer
abdulla.jameel@mnu.edu.mv
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    Biography

    Abdulla Jameel is a dedicated educator, lecturer, and recipient of the National Award of Recognition in Dhivehi Literature (2021). With over two decades of teaching and academic leadership experience, he serves as the Head of Department (Humanities) at the Maldives National University’s Centre for Foundation Studies. He holds a Master’s degree in Dhivehi Language and Culture. Beyond higher education, he has authored key components of the Maldivian national curriculum, conducted extensive professional language workshops for government institutions, and served as a freelance Dhivehi language consultant.

    Educational Qualifications

    Master in Divehi language and culture – Maldives national university, 2014
    Bachelor of arts in Divehi language – Maldives national university- 2010
    Post graduate diploma of teaching – Villa college, 2012

    Research Interests

    Linguistics, bilingualism, Divehi language

    Research Grants and Major Research Projects

    An Investigation into the Usage of Dhivehi and English Languages in Administrative Communications of Higher Education Institutions in the Maldives – prsenter / author / funded by Maldives national university

    Research Supervision

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    Teaching Interests

    Language, grammar, linguistics

    Selected Publications

    Divehin ge vaahaka (A book)
    Key stage 4 and 5 syllabus

    Editorial Activities and Editorial Board Memberships

    Academic senet member

    Conference Participation and Academic Leadership

    Theveli conference 2026

    Professional Memberships and Affiliations

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    Awards and Recognitions

    Aanmu.khidhumathuge hiyvaru dhinumuhgs Inaan – 2021

    Consultancy, Training, and Community Engagement Activities

    Training & Workshops
    ?Conducted Office Dhivehi workshops for the Civil Service Training Institute (CSTI), Attorney General’s Office, Human Rights Commission, Anti-Corruption Commission, Customs, and Immigration.
    ?Delivered practical language and speaking sessions for IGMH healthcare staff and MNU librarians.
    ?Led HSC/SSC exam preparation camps for island schools (RAEC-Meedhoo, Vilifushi School).
    ?Policy & Curriculum
    ?Authored national curriculum textbooks for Dhivehi language and literature (Key Stages 4 & 5) for the National Institute of Education (NIE).
    ?Served as HSC/SSC exam paper setter, examiner, and auditor for the Department of Public Examinations.
    ?Contributed to national curriculum reform via the Educational Development Centre (EDC) committee.
    ?Professional Services & Governance
    ?Provided Dhivehi language consultancy and staff training for the Maldives Broadcasting Corporation (MBC).
    ?Served on the MNU Academic Senate, University Appeal Committee, and CFS Academic Review Committee.