Dr. Mohammad Shazzad Hossain is an e-learning expert, Director of the Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning, and Assistant Professor at the University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh. He has introduced innovative teaching techniques to the Department of Media Studies and Journalism since 2012. In recognition of his contributions, the university honored him with the Vice Chancellor Award of Excellence in 2017.
He has a Ph.D. in E-learning Methodology and expertise in film studies, community media, new media, and development communication. As an expert in e-learning, he has collaborated with numerous government and development agencies on several projects. These include the development of e-learning course modules, video productions, and research initiatives. His extensive knowledge makes him an in-demand expert for e-learning projects in both academic and industrial settings.
Department of Media Studies and Journalism (MSJ)
Bachelor of Social Science, Media Studies and Journalism (MSJ)
Masters in Communication (MComn)
Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning (CETL)
Ph.D. in E-learning Methodology, Assumption University of Thailand, Bangkok, Thailand (2022)
M.A. in Film and Media, Stamford University Bangladesh, Dhaka, Bangladesh (2013)
M.Sc. in Physics, Shahjalal University of Science & Technology, Sylhet, Bangladesh (2000)
B.Sc. in Physics, Shahjalal University of Science & Technology, Sylhet, Bangladesh (1999)
Pedagogy, Higher Education, E-learning, Gender, AI in Education, AI in Journalism and Communication, Community Media, New Media, Film Studies, Photography
Professional Experiences
Part-time Teacher
University of Dhaka, Department of Mass Communication and Journalism
January 2010 – December 2014
Part-time Faculty
Stamford University Bangladesh
Department of Film and Media (April 2014 – November 2014)
Department of Journalism and Media Studies (June 2011 – January 2012)
Tutor
Pathshala - South Asian Media Academy, Department of Broadcast and Multimedia
October 2011 – December 2012
Adjunct Faculty
University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh (ULAB), Department of Media Studies and Journalism
June 2011 – January 2012
Chief Video Journalist
Somoy TV, Somoy Media Limited
December 2010 – February 2012
Senior Cameraman
DESH TV, Desh Television Limited
December 2008 – November 2010
Assistant Producer (Project: Close Up1: 2008)
NTV, International Television Channel Limited
June 2008 – November 2008
Creative Director (Project basis)
Idea & Step, Advertising Agency
December 2007 – November 2010
Senior ENG Cameraman
CSB NEWS, First news-based TV channel in Bangladesh
October 2006 – November 2007
Cameraman Program
BANGLA VISION, Shamol Bangla Media Limited
September 2005 – September 2006
Cameraman
VECTONE Television, a UK-based Bangla TV channel
February 2005 – August 2005
Multimedia System Manager
Hitech Professionals, A multimedia production house
March 2004 – January 2005
Creative Works
Hossain, M.S. (Director). (2024). Whispers of White Peaks [Documentary]. Onwesha
Hossain, M.S. (Director). (2016). Behind a Wall of Justice [Documentary]. ULAB
Hossain, M.S. (Animator). (2015). Red Tuntuni and the Naughty Cat [Animation Film]. Rainbow Film Society
Hossain, M.S. (Director). (2014). Flickering of Fireflies [Documentary]. ULAB-PyD-UST
Hossain, M.S., Rizvi, A. K. (Director). (2014). Quest for Self [Documentary]. Onwesha
Hossain, M.S. (Executive Director). (2013). In Search for New Life [Documentary]. ULAB-Tarango
Hossain, M.S. (Executive Director). (2013). Beyond the Silence [Documentary]. ULAB-Tarango
Hossain, M.S. (Director). (2013). The Song of the Green Hills [Documentary]. ULAB-Tarango-AIDA
Hossain, M.S. (Director). (2012). A Place of Active Learners [Documentary]. ULAB
Hossain, M.S. (Director). (2008). Bashpagla [Documentary]. Onwesha
Hossain, M.S. (Director). (2007). Hidden Fire [Short Film]. Onwesha
Hossain, M.S. (Director). (2007). Japeto Jebon [Documentary]. Onwesha
Hossain, M.S. (Director). (2006). Distorted Circle [Short Film]. Onwesha
- Trimester-wise regular training on Teaching for Active Learning (TAL) organized by Foundation for Learning, Teaching, and Research (fLTR) (2023 to present)
- Workshop for Camera Journalists: The Camera as Storyteller, organized jointly by Media Resources Development Initiative (MRDI), Fojo Media Institute, Linneaus University, and TV Camera Journalist Association (2022)
- Training for Video Journalist organized by Independent Television (2018)
International Review of Research in Open and Distributed Learning (IRRODL)
Journal of Research and Reviews in Social Sciences Pakistan
Genilo, J. W., Quarmal, S. B. and Hossain, M. S. (2018). Gender Representation in Bangladeshi Media and its Influence on Youth: A study in selected location of Dhaka, Dhaka, ULAB.
Farhanaz, K., & Hossain, M. S. (2025). News Framing in The Daily Star: A Content Analysis on General Elections of Bangladesh Under Caretaker Government and Party Government. News Research Journal, 0(0), 1-20. https://doi.org/10.1177/30497841251396588
Khan, S., Mehjabin, S. S., & Hossain, M. S. (2025). Exploring Stigmatization and Coping Mechanisms Among Middle-Class Single Mothers: Case Studies from Dhaka City. The Family Journal, 0(0). https://doi.org/10.1177/10664807251346969
Wang, L., Hossain, M. S., & Nuangjamnong, C. (2022). The Differences of Students Traits in Computer Science Program with the Perception of Using Laptops for Studying in Chengdu, Sichuan, China. AU-GSB E-JOURNAL, 15(1), 164-173.
Hossain, M. S., & Nuangjamnong, C. (2021). Development of E-readiness Scale in Blended Learning in Filmmaking Program for A Private University in Bangladesh – Initial Stage. ABAC ODI JOURNAL Vision. Action. Outcome, 9(1), 162–180.
Genilo, J. W., Bhowmick, B. C. and Hossain, M. S. (2016). Giving Voice to the Voiceless: Community Radio of Bangladesh.V. Kumar & P. Gupta (Eds.), Media & Communication in Sustainable Development. Haryana: Society for Education & Research Development, 142-163.
Hossain, M. S. (2025, March 16). Things to do to improve the quality of education (Bn. শিক্ষার মানোন্নয়নে করণীয়). Arthakantha, p. 69.
Hossain, M. S. (2023, August 27). Cinema Made in Academia (Bn. পড়তে পড়তে সিনেমা). Bonik Barta, p. 5.
Hossain, M. S. (2009, March 15). Made in FDC (Bn. মেইড ইন এফডিসি). Weekly Kagoj, p. 55.
Hossain, M. S. (2010, July 12). Digital Cinema: Problems and Prospects (Bn. ডিজিটাল সিনেমা: সমস্যা ও সম্ভাবনা). Mediawatch, p. 55.
Hossain, M. S. (2010, September 5). In Theaters on the Eid Day (Bn. ঈদের দিনে প্রেক্ষাগৃহে). Weekly Kagoj, p. 32.
Hossain, M. S. (2013, January). Waiting for the Passage (Bn. উত্তরণ পর্বের অপেক্ষায়). Maddhom: Mass Communication & Journalism Magazine, p. 24.
Hossain, M. S. (2013, August). Future of Television and Prospect of Campus TV (Bn. ভবিষ্যতের টেলিভিশন ও ক্যাম্পাস টিভির ভূমিকা). Maddhom: Mass Communication & Journalism Magazine, p. 41.
2025: Best paper award for the paper titled ‘Exploring E-Readiness in Online Filmmaking Education in Bangladesh’ in the category Curriculum Innovation and Innovative Assessment Methods in the Educational Innovation Symposium 2025, Dhaka.
2024: Served as a member of the Judging Panel (second round) for the 2024 QS Reimagine Education Awards, London.
2024: Nominated as Academic Advisor, ERASMUS+ project Adapting Climate Change Education, Skills and Sustainability for Advancing Locally-Led Solutions (ACCESS4ALL) by BRAC James P Grant School of Public Health and EU under the ERASMUS+ Capacity Building for Higher Education (CBHE) program.
2023: Served as a pedagogical expert reviewing Digital Technology textbooks for grades 6-10, developed by the National Curriculum and Textbook Board (NCTB) under the National Curriculum 2021.
2023: Developed ten e-learning course modules as a subject matter expert for the DIKKHA Project, under the Bangladesh government's ICT Division.
2023: Served as a member of the Judging Panel for the 2023 QS Reimagine Education Awards, Abu Dhabi.
2017: Vice Chancellor Award of Excellence for Community Engagement. Awarded by the University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh.
2015: Research proposal ‘Giving Voice to the Voiceless: Community Radio in Bangladesh’ wins the research grant in the second round of the ULAB research program.
2009: Documentary film ‘Japeto Jebon’ wins second prize in “Bangladesh Documentary Festival 2009” by Bangladesh Documentary Council.
2001: Black & white photograph ‘Sorger Hasi' wins first prize in the “5th Photography Exhibition” by Shahjalal University Photographers’ Association (SUPA).
Genilo, J. W., Haq, F., & Mahmud, S. (2019). Journalism Education in Bangladesh: from Aspiring Journalists to Career Professionals. E. Dorn-Fellermann & D. Reineck (Eds.), Deutsche Welle: Germany.