An Internationally Renowned Kairouan Woman

Introduction

In our quest to celebrate the achievements of Kairouanians around the world, today we look back at the remarkable career of Dr. Chekra Allani. A native of Kairouan, Dr. Allani has distinguished himself through his expertise in children’s literature and his significant contributions to higher education internationally.

Academic and Professional Background

Dr. Chekra Allani is an Assistant Professor of Children’s Literature at the Open Arab University, Kuwait Branch. She has held several academic and administrative positions at this institution, such as Program Coordinator, Assistant to the Dean, Director of the Language Unit, and currently Chair of the Children’s Literature Course and the French Language Course.

Contributions to Research

Dr Allani is a prolific scholar in the field of blended learning. Her recent research interests include world literature, children’s literature, and women’s studies. Her publications cover a wide range of topics and are recognized for their depth and relevance.

Notable publications

1. “Making Sense of Online Assessments: An Evaluation of Online Assessment in a Blended Learning System” – American Journal of Science Educational research (January 2024)
2. “Coexistence or non-existence” – Review of the work “When the Haboob sings” by Nejoud Al Yagout. Oxford Academic, Journal of the English Association (Spring 2021)
3. “Teaching language through literature” – Presented at the 6th TESOL International, Kuwait Gulf University of Science and Technology (February 2020)
4. “Nature in the works of Naomi Shihab Nye: a vector for creating peace” – Journal of Translation and Literary Studies in English in the Arab World (August 2017)

Translations and editions

Dr. Allani also contributed as a translator and general editor from Arabic to English for “The Epic for Peace,” a project comprising 8,000 lines of poetry. This work was published by Al Babteen Academy in March 2018.

Conferences and Presentations

• “Motivating the Independent Learner at the Arab Open University of Kuwait” – Presented in the Netherlands at the 17th Conference on Education and Developmental Psychology (August 2015)
• “Assessment of Blended Learning System in Higher Education: AOU – Kuwait” – International Conference on Knowledge Technology and Education (Paris, July 2012)

Conclusion

Dr. Chekra Allani’s exceptional career is an inspiration to the people of Kairouan and to all those who aspire to leave a lasting mark in the field of education and research. His dedication to academic excellence and commitment to higher education perfectly illustrate the extraordinary potential of our small city of Kairouan.

By celebrating the successes of our compatriots around the world, we strengthen pride and optimism within our community. Dr. Chekra Allani embodies the resilience and ambition that characterizes the Kairouanais, reminding us that our small city can produce world-class talent.