Dr. Shahd Tareq Humaid is an Assistant Professor of Graphic Design and Multimedia at the Arab Open University – Jordan. She earned her Ph.D. in Graphic Design from Yeditepe University in Turkey, where her research focused on innovative approaches to teaching user interface and mobile app design. With extensive experience in UI/UX, motion graphics, and creative education, Dr. Humaid combines academic expertise with professional practice to bridge design theory and industry application. Her recent work explores curriculum innovation, visual communication, and the integration of AI tools in creative learning environments.
- Design Literacy
- Digital Foundations
- Introduction to Advertising
- Applied Media Aesthetics
- Sound Production for Mixed Media
- Critical Thinking and Creativity
- User Interface Mobile App Design
- Creative Writing & Storytelling
- Foundations of Creative AI Design
- Portfolio Design
- Graduation Project
Future Research Interests
Interested in developing new experimental syllabi for visual
communication and multimedia design students that integrate theoretical and
practical dimensions. Future research includes building syllabi for User
Experience Design, Social Media & Design, and Basic Marketing & Design.
These are designed based on Cognitive Load Theory to create engaging,
project-based learning experiences.
- Academic Experience:
- Assistant Professor, Arab
Open University – Jordan Branch (2023–Present)
- Practical Experience:
- UI Mobile App & Motion Graphic
Designer, Numero eSIM (2014–2023)
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2024 – Technium Social
Sciences Journal, Vol. 60 No.4: Investigating a New Syllabus for Teaching UI
Mobile App Design to Visual Communication Design Students in Amman, Jordan
