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.
Creative Works
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
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, Community Media, New Media, Film Studies, Photography
Awards
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 grand 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., 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.
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. (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.