Scholarly Work

Research & Publications

Published research, dissertations, textbooks, and ongoing projects advancing Amharic language education and literacy.

5+

Publications

3+

Conferences

3

Textbooks

1

Best Dissertation

Selected Publications

PhD Dissertation2023

ጽንሰሐሳብተኮር (Concept-Oriented) Reading Instruction in Amharic Language Education

Bahir Dar University · PhD Dissertation

This dissertation investigates concept-oriented reading instruction strategies for Amharic language learners, developing and testing an innovative pedagogical framework. Awarded Best Dissertation by Bahir Dar University.

Research Article2013

Factors Affecting Amharic Language Writing Skills in Grade 4 Students

Published Research Article · Research Project

An empirical study examining the key factors that influence writing skill development in Amharic among Grade 4 primary school students, with recommendations for early literacy interventions.

Research Article2013

Early Grade Teachers' Practices in Formulating Instructional Objectives

Published Research Article · Research Project

This study analyses how early grade teachers formulate instructional objectives in Amharic language education, identifying gaps and proposing improvements for teacher training programmes.

Research Article2013

Factors Influencing Female Students' Academic Achievement

Awarded by Amhara Education Bureau · Research Project

An investigation into the socio-cultural and institutional factors affecting female students' academic performance, with a gender-sensitive analytical framework. Received an award from the Amhara Regional Education Bureau.

Ongoing Research2025

Primary School Teachers Teaching Reading and Writing (Literacy) Cognition and Challenges

University of Gondar — Mega Research · In Progress

A comprehensive mega research project examining primary school teachers' cognition, practices, and challenges in teaching reading and writing literacy skills in Amharic.

Textbook2023

Grade 3, 4, and 11 Amharic Textbooks and Teacher Guides

Ethiopian National Curriculum · Co-authored & Edited

Co-authored and edited Amharic textbooks and accompanying teacher guides for Grade 3, 4, and 11 as part of the Ethiopian national curriculum development initiative.

Academic Service

Conferences & Reviews

9th ACLCC Conference

Ethiopia

Paper Presenter2023

Journal Article Reviewer

Bahir Dar University

Peer Reviewer2024

Journal Article Reviewer

University of Gondar

Peer Reviewer2018–2025

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