Dr. Safoura Navarifarmad

Dr. Safoura Navari is a highly regarded educational specialist, university lecturer, researcher, and consultant with an impressive career spanning over twenty years across the public and private sectors. As an assistant professor and a senior lecturer, she has taught in various locations, including Iran, China, Armenia, and Oman. As a dedicated learner, Dr. Safoura earned her PhD in Applied Linguistics, specializing in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL), from Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Iran. Additionally, she holds a Master’s degree in TEFL and a Bachelor’s degree in English Language Literature, highlighting her deep expertise in the field of English language education. As a faculty member at the university focusing on applied linguistics, Dr. Safoura teaches TEFL-related courses such as Teaching Methodology, Research, Testing, Literature, and IELTS preparation in addition to a range of English for Specific Purposes (ESP) courses across diverse fields. Beyond her role as an educator, Dr. Safoura embodies the qualities of a researcher, co-author, journal editor, and mentor and serves as a guiding force in the fields of education and personal development. Dr. Safoura is committed to fostering both professional and personal development. In addition to being a leader, Dr. Safoura is also a mentor and a beacon of light in the fields of education and personal development. Currently, she is a researcher in the fields of education, and sustainable development, as well as in interdisciplinary domains such as psychology, sociology, and business.

Education

  • PhD. in Applied Linguistics (TEFL), Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Iran

  • Master’s degree in Applied Linguistics (TEFL), Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Iran

  • Bachelor’s degree in English Language and Literature, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Iran

Selected Publications

  1. S. Navari, et. al. (2019). Technical Texts in the Field of Psychology and Counselling. Mashhad: Fara-angizeh Publication.
  2. R. Pishghadam, S. Navari, M. Tabatabaee (2014). A Critical and Practical Analysis of First Language Acquisition Theories: The Origin and Development. Mashhad: FUM. (2nd edition)
  3. R. Pishghadam, S. Navari, M. Tabatabaee (2012). A Critical and Practical Analysis of First Language Acquisition Theories: The Origin and Development. Mashhad: FUM.
  4.  (2010) Examining Iranian Language Learners’ Perceptions of Language Education in Formal and Informal Contexts: A Quantitative Study. The Modern Journal of Applied Linguistics, 2, 171-185.
  5. (2012) A Study into Politeness Strategies and Politeness Markers in Advertisements as Persuasive Tools. Mediterranean Journal of Social Sciences, 3(2), 161-171.
  6. (2012) Foreign Language Identity and its Relationship with Travelling and Educational Level.
  7. English Language Teaching, 5(3), 30-39.
  8. (2017) Construct and Validation of a Creativity-Enhancing Scale for Language Learners in Language Education through Applied ELT by the Rasch Rating Scale Model. Journal of English and Translation Studies, 51(4),1-27.