Feras Orekat
Sydney,NSW
Summary
Educational professional with robust background in academic instruction and curriculum development. Proven ability to create impactful lesson plans and foster collaborative learning environment. Known for adaptability and dedication to achieving student success through innovative teaching methods and effective team collaboration.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lecturer
Southern Cross Institute
07.2025 - Current
- Teaching and facilitating class activities
- Developed and delivered engaging curriculum aligned with academic standards and student needs.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student performance and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
Lecturer & Academic Consultant
Churchill Institute of Higher Education
07.2025 - Current
- Teaching, facilitating, and providing academic support
- Developed engaging course materials to enhance student understanding and retention.
Lecturer
University of Technology Sydney (UTS)
03.2025 - Current
- Teaching and facilitating class activities
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student performance and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
Lecturer
ICMS
02.2019 - Current
- Teaching and facilitating class activities
- Developed and delivered engaging curriculum aligned with academic standards and student needs.
- Implemented innovative teaching methods to improve student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with academic committees to refine course offerings based on industry trends and feedback.
Tour Guide
Quarantine Station Hotel
01.2018 - Current
- Educational experiential and VIP heritage guided tours
- Guided diverse groups through historical tours, ensuring engagement and satisfaction.
- Delivered informative narratives about local history and heritage to enhance visitor experience.
Event Coordinator & Logistics
Dancetime Hire, Events Company
01.2012 - 01.2017
- Client engagement, logistics, and event planning
Night Manager
790 on George Street Hostel
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Operational and security management
Research Assistant
University of Jordan, Amman
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Research support activities
Assistant Excavation Manager & Area Manager
University of Jordan, Amman
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Area supervision and financial management
Education
Ph.D. - Archaeology (Visitor Experience)
The University of Sydney
Camperdown NSW 205009.2016
Master in Archaeology and Tourism - Archaeology and Tourism
The University of Jordan
Queen Rania St, Amman, Jordan01.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Antiquities and Tourism
The University of M'uta
Mu'tah, Jordan01.2004
Skills
- Research and analysis
- Academic research
- Academic writing
- Class management
Accomplishments
My research advances knowledge in heritage interpretation, visitor experience, and tourism studies, with a particular emphasis on sites of dark tourism. I focus on uncovering how visitors engage with contested histories and underrepresented cultural narratives, and how these can be better integrated into heritage practice. My work bridges academic inquiry with practical application, producing outcomes that inform site management, enrich visitor understanding, and contribute to more inclusive storytelling. Through publications, teaching, and ongoing projects, I continue to shape critical discussions in heritage and tourism, while ensuring that research outcomes have relevance beyond academia.
Affiliations
The International College od Management, Sydney
Certification
PhD from the University of Sydney
Languages
English
Full Professional
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
Portuguese
Professional Working
Interests
I am deeply interested in the intersections of heritage, tourism, and education, with a particular focus on how historical sites and cultural narratives are interpreted and experienced My work explores themes of dark tourism, visitor engagement, and the representation of underrepresented voices, especially Indigenous perspectives, within heritage contexts Beyond research, I am passionate about transforming these insights into meaningful learning opportunities , both for students in higher education and for visitors at heritage sites I also have strong interests in community-based tourism, sustainable heritage management, and the use of storytelling as a tool for fostering cultural awareness and historical understanding
Timeline
Lecturer
Southern Cross Institute
07.2025 - Current
Lecturer & Academic Consultant
Churchill Institute of Higher Education
07.2025 - Current
Lecturer
University of Technology Sydney (UTS)
03.2025 - Current
Lecturer
ICMS
02.2019 - Current
Tour Guide
Quarantine Station Hotel
01.2018 - Current
Event Coordinator & Logistics
Dancetime Hire, Events Company
01.2012 - 01.2017
Night Manager
790 on George Street Hostel
01.2008 - 01.2009
Research Assistant
University of Jordan, Amman
01.2006 - 01.2007
Assistant Excavation Manager & Area Manager
University of Jordan, Amman
01.2006 - 01.2007
Ph.D. - Archaeology (Visitor Experience)
The University of Sydney
Master in Archaeology and Tourism - Archaeology and Tourism
The University of Jordan
Bachelor of Arts - Antiquities and Tourism
The University of M'uta
Awards
Best Paper Presenter Award – 2nd Globe Summit, 2025, Scholarship Activity Grant (SAG) – ICMS, 2023, Nominee – ICMS Teaching Excellence Award, 2022
Publications
- Orekat, F. (2025). Field Excursions as a Pedagogical Tool: A Comprehensive Study. Journal Article.
- Orekat, F. (2025). Community-Based Tourism in the Southern Part of Oriental Mindoro. Journal Article (in progress).
- Orekat, F. (2025). Dark Tourism and Heritage Interpretation at the Quarantine Station. Book Chapter (in progress).
- Orekat, F. (2025). Examining AI in Transdisciplinary Teaching Methods. Book Chapter (in progress).
- Orekat, F. (2024). Exploring Visitor Experiences at the Blackheath Visitor Centre. Journal Article (in progress).
- Otrekat, F. (2024). Acculturation Challenges and Sport Education Success. Conference Paper, Daegu University, Korea.
- Orekat, F. (2024). Visitors’ Experiences at Sydney’s Quarantine Station. Book Chapter, CABI.
- Orekat, F. (2023). Investigating Visitors’ Experiences at Sydney’s Quarantine Station. CAUTHE Conference Presentation, Fremantle.
- Orekat, F. (2016). Understanding Visitors’ Experiences at Religious Heritage Sites: A Case Study from Jordan. PhD Thesis, University of Sydney.
- Orekat, F. (2013). Australian Heritage Sites. Conference Presentation, Northeast Forestry University, China.
- Orekat, F. (2012). Setting the Agenda for Special Interest Tourism. ICOT Conference Presentation, Greece.
- Orekat, F. (2008). Analytical Study of Terracotta Figurines in the Madaba Museum. Master’s Thesis, University of Jordan.
Courses & Workshops
- Orekat, F. (2025). Reframing, Remixing, Reimagining Society, UNICAIF.
- Orekat, F. (2022). Techniques and Methods to Maximise Online Teaching – Asian EFL Academy.
- Orekat, F. (2021). Class Engagement for International Students – Asian EFL Academy.
- Orekat, F. (2020). Blended Synchronous Teaching – ICMS.
- Orekat, F. (2020). Class Interaction and Preparation – Asian EFL Academy.
Research Supervision Experience
- Peer reviewer for Int. J. of Tourism Policy
- Reviewer of academic papers – Polytechnic University of the Philippines – Parañaque
- Supervisor – WIL801 & WIL802 PG Students’ Projects (ICMS, 2019–2025)
- Supervisor – Students’ Excavation Reports (University of Jordan, 2005–2008)
Subject development
- Tour design and Development (ICMS)
- Responsible Leadership (ICMS)
- Risk and Crisis Management (SCI)
Service and Leadership
- Academic Consultant – Churchill Institute of Higher Education, 2025
- Subject Lead for MGT604, MGT808, HOS804 – ICMS (2022–2024)
- Tour Design & Delivery – Quarantine Station (COVID-19 pandemic, 2020)
- Master of Ceremonies – Faculty Day (ICMS, 2024)
- Masterclasses – ICMS (2023–2024)
- Graduation Ceremony Speaker – ICMS (2023)