Jad Najjar
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Bernd Simon
It is a pleasure for me to write this testimonial on behalf of Mr. Jad Najjar, whom I have known since our first collaboration in the context of the R&D Project PROLEARN back in 2006. Since 1 Sept 2008 Jad Najjar served as leader of the work package "Learning Needs and Opportunities Testbed" within the ICOPER Project and as technical project manager of the development of ICOPER applications, i.e. innovative web applications that fulfil specific end-user requirements in the context of finding and delivery of outcome-oriented learning resources. The activities and sub-projects in which he was involved, many times in a leading role, included - the coordination of ICOPER software development for pilots, - the evaluation of innovative software for technology-enhanced learning with a particular emphasize on user experience including usability studies, - the development for best practices for the introduction of technology in the classroom and beyond based on quantitative and qualitative research, - user-driven specifications for outcome-oriented teaching and learning, in particular the PALO (Personal Achieved Learning Outcomes) data schema that is currently subject of a standardization effort of the European standardization body CEN, - the set-up and maintenance of crucial liaison activities with standardization bodies and experts, - writing up of high quality journal and conference publications - presentation of project results vis-à-vis key stakeholders including the European Commission. All of these activities were highly successful and have resulted in a sustainable positive impact on the project and beyond. Jad Najjar proved to have outstanding knowledge in the field of user-centred web application development, e-learning standards and specifications as well as management. He has an impressive capacity for both strategic thinking and goal-directed creativity. At no time during our collaboration was Jad Najjar reluctant to address tricky issues. He is an outgoing and approachable person and has excellent communication and team-building skills. I can certainly recommend him highly. Dr. Bernd Simon Senior Researcher and Coordinator of the eContent+ Project ICOPER
Ahmad Seder 🇵🇸
Dr. Jad Najjar, Supervised me at me graduation project and he was the best who I worked with with the usability of the software and he have open eyed on the small details. Also Dr. Jad knows every new technology in the development phase have a wide knowledge in the documentation and business plans
Bernd Simon
It is a pleasure for me to write this testimonial on behalf of Mr. Jad Najjar, whom I have known since our first collaboration in the context of the R&D Project PROLEARN back in 2006. Since 1 Sept 2008 Jad Najjar served as leader of the work package "Learning Needs and Opportunities Testbed" within the ICOPER Project and as technical project manager of the development of ICOPER applications, i.e. innovative web applications that fulfil specific end-user requirements in the context of finding and delivery of outcome-oriented learning resources. The activities and sub-projects in which he was involved, many times in a leading role, included - the coordination of ICOPER software development for pilots, - the evaluation of innovative software for technology-enhanced learning with a particular emphasize on user experience including usability studies, - the development for best practices for the introduction of technology in the classroom and beyond based on quantitative and qualitative research, - user-driven specifications for outcome-oriented teaching and learning, in particular the PALO (Personal Achieved Learning Outcomes) data schema that is currently subject of a standardization effort of the European standardization body CEN, - the set-up and maintenance of crucial liaison activities with standardization bodies and experts, - writing up of high quality journal and conference publications - presentation of project results vis-à-vis key stakeholders including the European Commission. All of these activities were highly successful and have resulted in a sustainable positive impact on the project and beyond. Jad Najjar proved to have outstanding knowledge in the field of user-centred web application development, e-learning standards and specifications as well as management. He has an impressive capacity for both strategic thinking and goal-directed creativity. At no time during our collaboration was Jad Najjar reluctant to address tricky issues. He is an outgoing and approachable person and has excellent communication and team-building skills. I can certainly recommend him highly. Dr. Bernd Simon Senior Researcher and Coordinator of the eContent+ Project ICOPER
Ahmad Seder 🇵🇸
Dr. Jad Najjar, Supervised me at me graduation project and he was the best who I worked with with the usability of the software and he have open eyed on the small details. Also Dr. Jad knows every new technology in the development phase have a wide knowledge in the documentation and business plans
Bernd Simon
It is a pleasure for me to write this testimonial on behalf of Mr. Jad Najjar, whom I have known since our first collaboration in the context of the R&D Project PROLEARN back in 2006. Since 1 Sept 2008 Jad Najjar served as leader of the work package "Learning Needs and Opportunities Testbed" within the ICOPER Project and as technical project manager of the development of ICOPER applications, i.e. innovative web applications that fulfil specific end-user requirements in the context of finding and delivery of outcome-oriented learning resources. The activities and sub-projects in which he was involved, many times in a leading role, included - the coordination of ICOPER software development for pilots, - the evaluation of innovative software for technology-enhanced learning with a particular emphasize on user experience including usability studies, - the development for best practices for the introduction of technology in the classroom and beyond based on quantitative and qualitative research, - user-driven specifications for outcome-oriented teaching and learning, in particular the PALO (Personal Achieved Learning Outcomes) data schema that is currently subject of a standardization effort of the European standardization body CEN, - the set-up and maintenance of crucial liaison activities with standardization bodies and experts, - writing up of high quality journal and conference publications - presentation of project results vis-à-vis key stakeholders including the European Commission. All of these activities were highly successful and have resulted in a sustainable positive impact on the project and beyond. Jad Najjar proved to have outstanding knowledge in the field of user-centred web application development, e-learning standards and specifications as well as management. He has an impressive capacity for both strategic thinking and goal-directed creativity. At no time during our collaboration was Jad Najjar reluctant to address tricky issues. He is an outgoing and approachable person and has excellent communication and team-building skills. I can certainly recommend him highly. Dr. Bernd Simon Senior Researcher and Coordinator of the eContent+ Project ICOPER
Ahmad Seder 🇵🇸
Dr. Jad Najjar, Supervised me at me graduation project and he was the best who I worked with with the usability of the software and he have open eyed on the small details. Also Dr. Jad knows every new technology in the development phase have a wide knowledge in the documentation and business plans
Bernd Simon
It is a pleasure for me to write this testimonial on behalf of Mr. Jad Najjar, whom I have known since our first collaboration in the context of the R&D Project PROLEARN back in 2006. Since 1 Sept 2008 Jad Najjar served as leader of the work package "Learning Needs and Opportunities Testbed" within the ICOPER Project and as technical project manager of the development of ICOPER applications, i.e. innovative web applications that fulfil specific end-user requirements in the context of finding and delivery of outcome-oriented learning resources. The activities and sub-projects in which he was involved, many times in a leading role, included - the coordination of ICOPER software development for pilots, - the evaluation of innovative software for technology-enhanced learning with a particular emphasize on user experience including usability studies, - the development for best practices for the introduction of technology in the classroom and beyond based on quantitative and qualitative research, - user-driven specifications for outcome-oriented teaching and learning, in particular the PALO (Personal Achieved Learning Outcomes) data schema that is currently subject of a standardization effort of the European standardization body CEN, - the set-up and maintenance of crucial liaison activities with standardization bodies and experts, - writing up of high quality journal and conference publications - presentation of project results vis-à-vis key stakeholders including the European Commission. All of these activities were highly successful and have resulted in a sustainable positive impact on the project and beyond. Jad Najjar proved to have outstanding knowledge in the field of user-centred web application development, e-learning standards and specifications as well as management. He has an impressive capacity for both strategic thinking and goal-directed creativity. At no time during our collaboration was Jad Najjar reluctant to address tricky issues. He is an outgoing and approachable person and has excellent communication and team-building skills. I can certainly recommend him highly. Dr. Bernd Simon Senior Researcher and Coordinator of the eContent+ Project ICOPER
Ahmad Seder 🇵🇸
Dr. Jad Najjar, Supervised me at me graduation project and he was the best who I worked with with the usability of the software and he have open eyed on the small details. Also Dr. Jad knows every new technology in the development phase have a wide knowledge in the documentation and business plans
Experience
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Eummena
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Belgium
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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1 - 100 Employee
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Managing Director
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Jul 2011 - Present
The main aim of the Eummena is to increase awareness, advance, open up, transfer and exchange research and development practices on the use of standards and expertise around learning technologies and digital media between the EU and the neighboring Mediterranean, Middle East and North Africa (MENA) cultures. The overall goal is to support better research and use of technology and digital media (content) for superior human experience in education, training and lifelong learning. The main aim of the Eummena is to increase awareness, advance, open up, transfer and exchange research and development practices on the use of standards and expertise around learning technologies and digital media between the EU and the neighboring Mediterranean, Middle East and North Africa (MENA) cultures. The overall goal is to support better research and use of technology and digital media (content) for superior human experience in education, training and lifelong learning.
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Tatweer Educational Technologies (TETCO)
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Advisor
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Dec 2017 - Mar 2019
- Advise on analysis and development of digital educational technologies business- Support on building strategies and roadmaps on digital transformation in education and human capabilities - Advise on analysis and development of digital educational technologies business- Support on building strategies and roadmaps on digital transformation in education and human capabilities
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Al-Quds University
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Palestine, State of
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Higher Education
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500 - 600 Employee
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Assistant Professor (user experience, HCI, learning technologies, DB, training)
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Sep 2010 - Mar 2019
Teaching
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Development for Innovation Director
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Sep 2015 - Sep 2017
The main responsibilities of the development for innovation department include:- Help students and young researchers develop business plans of their innovative ideas.- Support the building and incubate competitive teams (multi-disciplinary) for the successful implementation of the incubated spin-off. - Build a network of entrepreneurs who will advise and guide the growth and expansion of the new business.- Train the young researchers on interpersonal skills needed for the professional formation of future spin-offs.- Arrange the placement and internships of recent graduates in industry, towards producing skilled team members
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Ministry of Economy and Planning
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Saudi Arabia
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Government Administration
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400 - 500 Employee
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Senior Consultant
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Jan 2016 - Dec 2017
- Leading work on Digital Education strategy- Initiating several innovative initiatives in education technologies and human digital capabilities - Leading work on Digital Education strategy- Initiating several innovative initiatives in education technologies and human digital capabilities
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Sogeti
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France
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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700 & Above Employee
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Information Systems Testing - Consultant-Coordinator-Team Leader
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Sep 2011 - Sep 2013
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Senior R&D Consultant - Manager and Team Leader
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May 2009 - Mar 2011
- Setup and manage development and evaluation work-groups across 22 EU countries.- Guide development of user requirements, use cases, interaction designs of innovative UX aware prototypes and applications.- Design and conduct usability sessions (filed, lab and remote) of prototypes and applications across different channels (content management systems, intranet and mobile-applications).- Lead work group on learning outcomes (knowledge, skills and competencies) development.- Manage work groups for online collaborative modelling and design of data models, interface sketches and functional applications, e.g, use CMap Tools.
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Synergetics
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Romania
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Consultant - Team Leader
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Aug 2008 - Apr 2009
- Manage project activities including developing plans and assigning tasks and tracking progress.- Develop scenarios, use cases, data models (e.g., ER, UML, ORM), personas and prototypes for innovative customer and competency-based content/learning management systems.- Guide and adopt styles for conception and development of application across diverse technologies and channels; widgets, ePortfolio, HR, training and social tools.- Design methodologies and guidelines for adoption and evaluation of standardized data models of metadata and relevant conceptual and technical schemas that support interoperability of information across channels and tools. - Organize training events to train stakeholders and promote UX aware application development and evaluation. - Conduct and coordinate UX studies- Develop and customize personal development programs to enlarge knowledge about usability, interoperability and content management.- Identify new approaches of usage of content management tools, design of appropriate process and data models that will have significat impact on user experience and adoption of applications
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User Experience - User Data and Usability Expert and Senior Researcher
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Oct 2002 - Aug 2008
- Conduct and coordinate iterative quantitative and qualitative evaluation, usability studies of content/learning management systems and digital libraries (repositories), using different protocols and techniques like contextual and lab testing, remote testing, think-aloud, participatory-evaluation, paper-prototype evaluation, expert walkthroughs, screen recording, surveys, Google Analytics, database records (SQL, XQuery) and log files, etc.. Ability to combine different techniques and sources of data to discover usability flaws in applications and have full understanding about the way users really perceive and use application.- Capture metadata about the way users interact with applications, so to improve their future interactions, experience and satisfaction. Developed a European wide adopted schema for collecting user actual usage (attention) metadata - Contextualized Attention Metadata (CAM) schema; CAM and its application profiles are used in many projects around Europe and Worldwide.- Organize training programs to increase importance and awareness of user experience and usability within the organization and with other potential stakeholders.- Lead expert work groups (international) around tracking usage and attention metadata, using online group management tools like Google and Yahoo groups.- Develop mapping schemas towards interoperable data models, standards and applications.
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AL-Quds University
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Palestine, State of
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Higher Education
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500 - 600 Employee
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Coordinator - Information Systems Unit and Teacher Assistant
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Oct 1998 - Sep 2001
- Design applications and databases (MS Access, Oracle) for managing information of academic staff.- Collect, analyse and disseminate data and results of personnel performance data using statistical packages like SPSS. - Give training sessions on SPSS to employees and data entry team.- Coordinate and produce interactive reports on institution facts and figures. - Design applications and databases (MS Access, Oracle) for managing information of academic staff.- Collect, analyse and disseminate data and results of personnel performance data using statistical packages like SPSS. - Give training sessions on SPSS to employees and data entry team.- Coordinate and produce interactive reports on institution facts and figures.
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Education
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2002 - 2008
KU Leuven
PhD, Computer Engineering -
2001 - 2002
Vrije Universiteit Brussel
MSC, Computer Science -
1994 - 1998
AL-Quds University
BS.c, Computer Science
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