Dr. Huda bint Mohammed bin Othman Al-Mulhem is a Professor of Islamic Studies in the Department of Islamic Studies at Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University (PMU), Saudi Arabia. She specializes in Islamic education, educational thought, and the integration of cultural and social values within pedagogical frameworks.
Dr. Al-Mulhem’s work focuses on Islamic educational thought, with particular interest in child development, social responsibility, and the role of education in fostering moderate and balanced thinking among youth. Her professional experience spans teaching, academic leadership, community engagement, and training educators and students, contributing significantly to educational awareness and youth development in Saudi Arabia.
In teaching, Dr. Al-Mulhem emphasizes student-centered learning, critical thinking, and value-based education. She aims to help students develop intellectual awareness, ethical responsibility, and the ability to apply theoretical knowledge to real-life contexts. She integrates interactive and reflective learning approaches to bridge theory and practice.
Currently, Dr. Al-Mulhem is engaged in teaching, research, and community service initiatives, including participation in conferences and educational programs. She is interested in advancing research in Islamic pedagogy, youth empowerment, and the impact of modern challenges on educational systems.
PhD:Considering the developmental characteristics of the child in Islamic educational thought (Islamic Studies), Al Imam Al Ouzai University, Beirut, Lebanon, 2015.
Master’s Degree:Challenges and problems facing Islamic education teachers in middle school (Islamic Studies), Al Imam Al Ouzai University,Beirut, Lebanon, 2005.
Bachelor’s Degree : Usul al-Din, College of Sharia and Islamic Studies,Imam Mohammad ibn Saud Islamic University, Saudi Arabia, 1985 .
Teacher Training Institute, Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia, 1981.
Journal Articles:
Al-Mulhem, H., El Alaoui, K., & Pilotti, M. A. E. (2026). A (class)room for all: A crucible for collaborative learning. Journal of Leadership Studies. https://doi.org/10.1002/jls.70033
Pilotti, M. A. E., Al-Mulhem, H., El Alaoui, K., & Waked, A. N. (2024). Implications of dispositions for foreign language writing: The case of the Arabic–English learner. Language Teaching Research. https://doi.org/10.1177/13621688241231453
Waked, A. N., El-Moussa, O., Pilotti, M. A. E., Al-Mulhem, H., El Alaoui, K., & Ahmed, R. (2024). Cultural considerations for the second language writing anxiety inventory: Saudi Arabian female university students. Frontiers in Education. https://doi.org/10.3389/feduc.2024.1288611
Pilotti, M., Abdelsalam, H., El Alaoui, K., & Al-Mulhem, H. (2023). Has anything changed? College students’ attitudes toward instruction before, during, and after the pandemic. The International Journal of Assessment and Evaluation. https://doi.org/10.18848/2327-7920/cgp/v31i01/37-52
Al-Mulhem, H., El Alaoui, K., & Pilotti, M. A. E. (2023). A sustainable academic journey in the Middle East: An exploratory study of female college students’ self-efficacy and perceived social support. Sustainability. https://doi.org/10.3390/su15021070
Pilotti, M. A. E., Al-Mulhem, H., & El-Moussa, O. J. (2022). An exploratory study of students’ academic entitlement in Arabic culture and religion courses. Religious Education. https://doi.org/10.1080/00344087.2022.2097987
Pilotti, M. A. E., Al-Mulhem, H., Al-Kuhayli, H., & El Alaoui, K. (2022). A case study of university students’ performance in Arabic and Islamic culture courses before and during the pandemic. Journal of Education in Muslim Societies. https://doi.org/10.2979/jems.2022.a896976
Alghazo, R., Daqqa, I., Abdelsalam, H., Pilotti, M. A. E., & Al-Mulhem, H. (2020). Mental simulation effects on performance. International Journal of Cognitive Research in Science Engineering and Education. https://doi.org/10.23947/2334-8496-2020-8-si-37-47
Pilotti, M. A. E., El Alaoui, K., Al-Mulhem, H., & Salameh, M. H. (2020). A close-up on a predictive moment: Illusion of knowing or lack of confidence in self-assessment?Journal of Education. https://doi.org/10.1177/0022057420944843
Pilotti, M. A. E., El Alaoui, K., Salameh, M. H., Singh, S., & Al-Mulhem, H. (2020). The new and the old: A qualitative analysis of modes of conflict resolution in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. International Negotiation. https://doi.org/10.1163/15718069-25131246
Pilotti, M. A. E., El Alaoui, K., Al-Mulhem, H., & Al-Kuhayli, H. (2019). The illusion of knowing in college: A field study of students with a teacher-centered educational past. Europe’s Journal of Psychology. https://doi.org/10.5964/ejop.v15i4.1921
Al-Mulhem, H., Pilotti, M. A. E., El Alaoui, K., & Al-Kuhayli, H. (2019). Islamic knowledge or Saudi knowledge? Female religious students and the problem of cultural norms in a changing Arabian society. Religious Education. https://doi.org/10.1080/00344087.2019.1677987
El Alaoui, K., Aldabbagh, K., Pilotti, M., Al-Mulhem, H., et al. (2019). The curious case of the Arabic–English bilingual speaker with substantial rote rehearsal practice. The American Journal of Psychology. https://doi.org/10.5406/amerjpsyc.132.1.0039
Al-Mulhem, H., El Alaoui, K., Hamdan, A. K., et al. (2018). Responses to the statements of the new general self-efficacy scale: The case of the Arabic–English bilingual speaker. Journal of Cross-Cultural Psychology. https://doi.org/10.1177/0022022118757915
El Alaoui, K., Pilotti, M. A. E., Al-Mulhem, H., et al. (2017). The role of language and cultural orientation in guilt and shame experienced by bilingual female speakers. Journal of Muslim Mental Health. https://doi.org/10.3998/jmmh.10381607.0011.202
Al-Mulhem, H., Al-Mqbas, M., El Alaoui, K., & Pilotti, M. (2017). Priming of self-assessment: Do words speak louder than images?Journal of Global Research in Education and Social Science.
El Alaoui, K., Al-Mulhem, H., Pilotti, M., et al. (2017). Arabic-English bilingual speakers’ reactions to the statements of the new general self-efficacy scale. The International Journal of Learner Diversity and Identities. https://doi.org/10.18848/2327-0128/cgp/v24i02/21-3
Pilotti, M. A. E., El Alaoui, K., Al-Mulhem, H., & Bojulaia, M. (2025). Outcomes and timing of exam submission in a challenging course. In Bilingualism and Multilingualism: An Interdisciplinary Perspective. https://doi.org/10.5772/intechopen.1013117
Bojulaia, M., El Alaoui, K., Al-Mulhem, H., Waked, A., & Pilotti, M. (2025). Does developing a study guide impact test performance?11th International Conference on Higher Education Advances (HEAd’25). https://doi.org/10.4995/head25.2025.19863
Al-Mulhem, H., & Al-Ghamdi, A. (2021). Educational creative backgrounds of applicants. 4th International Virtual Conference on the History of Sciences among Arabs and Muslims, University of Sharjah.
Al-Mulhem, H., et al. (2021). Outcome predictions of low performing students: Illusion of knowing or lack of confidence?6th IAFOR International Conference on Education.
Al-Mulhem, H., et al. (2020). Extensive practice with verbatim learning is not destiny. 5th IAFOR International Conference on Education.
Al-Mulhem, H., et al. (2020). Perception in the Middle Eastern bicultural mind. Association for Psychological Science Annual Convention.
Al-Mulhem, H., et al. (2019). Judging others: A Middle Eastern perspective of embodied cognition. Association for Psychological Science Annual Convention.
Al-Mulhem, H., et al. (2018). The curious case of the Arabic–English bilingual speaker with memorization and recitation experience. International Conference on Emerging Research for Sustainable Economic Development.
Al-Mulhem, H. (2018). Social peace and the possibilities for confronting current challenges. Seventh International Symposium.
Al-Mulhem, H. (2017). The cognitive dimension in Islamic educational thought. University of Sharjah Conference.
Al-Mulhem, H., & Al-Ghamdi, A. (2016). Degree of contribution of the College of Applied Studies and Community Service in developing students’ social responsibility. Jerash University Conference.
Other:
Al-Mulhem, H., & Al-Ghamdi, A. (2021). Empowering the Arab child in light of the contemporary technological revolution: A theoretical study. University of Babylon Journal.
Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University (PMU), College of Sciences and Human Studies (CSHS), Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia.
Imam Al-Ouzaiyya College for Islamic Studies, Beirut, Lebanon.
Ministry of Education, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia.
World Assembly of Muslim Youth (WAMY), Eastern Province & Jazan, Saudi Arabia.
Association for Psychological Science (APS), United States (Conference Participant/Presenter).
The International Association For Foundation And Research (IAFOR) (Conference Participant/Presenter).
University of Sharjah, College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, UAE (Research Collaborator/Presenter).
Wamid Family Development Association, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia.
Al-Birr Charitable Society, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia.
Primary School Teacher, Primary School, Dammam, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia, 1981–1985
Secondary School Teacher, Secondary School, Dammam, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia, 1986–1988
Vice Principal, Secondary School, Dammam, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia, 1989–1991
Religious Sciences Supervisor (Islamic Studies), Ministry of Education, Dammam, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia, 1991–1998
Religious Sciences Trainer (Islamic Studies), Ministry of Education, Eastern Province, Dammam, Saudi Arabia, 1998–2003
Head of Islamic Awareness Department, Islamic Awareness Department, Eastern Province, Dammam, Saudi Arabia, 2003–2007
Assistant Professor, College of Sciences and Human Studies (CSHS), Prince Mohammad bin Fahd University, Al Khobar, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia, 2007–Present
Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University (2007–Present):
ALIS1211 – Introduction to Islamic Culture
ALIS1212 – The Social System in Islam
ALIS2212 – The Biography of Prophet Mohammad
ALIS2211 – Linguistic Communication Skills ((Previously taught; discontinued after Fall 2024–2025))
Islamic Education, Educational Psychology, Self-Assessment and Self-Efficacy, Bilingualism and Language Learning, Cultural Influences on Learning, Student Motivation, Teaching and Learning Strategies, Higher Education Studies.
Member, World Assembly of Muslim Youth (WAMY).
Participant, Association for Psychological Science (APS) Annual Convention.
Participant, IAFOR International Conference on Education.
Participant, University of Sharjah International Conference on History and Civilization.
Participant, Jerash University Scientific Conference (College of Educational Sciences).
