|OMNYA ABDELWAHAB

Teaching Philosophy

I believe media education is most effective when theory, research, and creative practice are integrated. My teaching encourages students to think critically, communicate visually, and experiment with emerging technologies while developing practical skills in filmmaking, media production, and strategic communication. I strive to create an engaging learning environment where students connect academic knowledge with real-world creative practice.

Teaching Experience

Ohio University, USA (2023 till now )

Instructor of Record

MDIA 2113 – Introduction to Social Media

MTI University, Egypt (2019- 2023)

Lecturer

Courses Taught

Cinematography
Research Methodology
Integrated Marketing Communication (IMC)
Creative Thinking

Academic Supervision

Supervised undergraduate graduation projects in media production and communication.

Areas of Teaching Expertise

My teaching bridges critical media inquiry and creative practice, with particular emphasis on artificial intelligence, authenticity, representation, audiences, and visual storytelling

AI, Media & Society

Artificial Intelligence • Media & Society • Authenticity & Trust • Media Ethics • Digital Culture

Representation, History & Audiences

Historical Drama • Cultural Representation • Creative License • Audience Reception • Media Representation

Film & Visual Storytelling

Cinematography • Film Production • Visual Storytelling • Documentary Storytelling • Creative Development

Media Research & Communication

Research Methodology • Social Data Analysis • Integrated Marketing Communication • Digital Media • Research & Graduation Project Supervision

Teaching Approach

My courses combine lectures, discussion, creative production, and project-based learning. Students are encouraged to develop both analytical and practical skills while exploring ethical, cultural, and technological challenges shaping contemporary media industries.

Student Mentorship

My mentorship extends beyond the classroom, supporting students in research, creative development, graduation projects, and professional growth. I provide individualized guidance from the early stages of an idea through production, presentation, and reflection.

Selected Professional Training

Drama for Social Change — RNTC (Radio Netherlands Training Centre), Netherlands | 2020–2021
Professional training in using drama and media storytelling as tools for social engagement and social change.

Producing Media to Counter Radicalization — RNTC (Radio Netherlands Training Centre), Netherlands | 2017
Professional media training focused on developing strategic and creative media approaches to counter radicalization.

Media Tools for Professional Communication — Certificate | Ohio University | 2026
Training in Podcasting, Documentary Storytelling, and Motion Graphics, strengthening cross-platform media production and visual communication practice.

Emerging Media Training | Ohio University| 2024-2025

Generative AI for Visual Communication
Graduate-level coursework exploring generative AI for visual communication and creative media practice.

VR Production: CineVR
Graduate-level coursework in immersive media production, 360° filmmaking, and spatial storytelling.

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