The course takes place at The George Washington University in Washington, DC.

Main Outcomes:

Over the span of 12 two-hour sessions, participants will cover essential aspects of academic writing, from fundamental grammar and sentence structure to advanced techniques for publishing and presenting research findings.

Key Highlights:

• Getting to Know You + Needs Assessment: The course begins with an icebreaker activity and a needs assessment to tailor the content to the specific goals and challenges of the participants.
• Grammar and Sentence Structure: Early sessions focus on common grammatical issues, crafting clear sentences, and writing coherent paragraphs.
• Writing Skills Development: Participants will learn to write effective introductions and conclusions, structure academic papers, and improve their academic vocabulary and style.
• Specialized Writing: The course includes sessions on writing clear and concise papers.
• Revising and Editing: Strategies for effective revision, proofreading, and peer review are covered to help participants refine their writing.
• Publication Preparation: Guidance on identifying suitable journals, understanding the peer review process, and preparing submission packages.
• Presenting Research Findings: The final session focuses on techniques for delivering effective academic presentations.

Throughout the course, participants will engage in practical assignments and peer reviews to apply what they’ve learned and receive constructive feedback. This structured approach ensures a well-rounded and impactful learning experience, empowering participants to elevate their academic writing in the field of business education.

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The course is taught by Nada M. Salem, President/CEO of AFEE and IFWE. 

Nada M. Salem is a passionate educator with extensive experience in leading academic institutions in the United States and abroad. Over more than twenty years, she has taught school students, college students, student teachers, teachers, and leaders. She co-created and co- taught a methods course for teachers at The George Washington University Graduate School of Education. Nada is the Co-Editor in Chief of “Teaching World Languages: A Practical Guide- Arabic Edition” (The National Capital Language Resource Center, Washington, DC).

Mrs. Salem holds a teaching diploma, two master's degrees, one in translation and another in education, and has successfully completed most courses (33 credits) towards a doctorate (Ed.D.) in Curriculum and Instruction & Educational Technology Leadership at The George Washington University Graduate School of Education. Additionally, she holds an Executive Certificate in Public Leadership from Harvard University. Mrs. Salem formerly served as Administrative Director and Assessment of Learning Coordinator for AACSB Accreditation at the GWU School of Business’s Master of Science in Finance Program. In September 2019, Mrs. Salem was selected as a WOMAN LEADER by the University of Maryland‘s Kahlil Gibran Chair for Values and Peace. She is a member of the Marquis WHO'S WHO® list of Prominent Business Professionals, and she was featured among Marquis Who's Who's Top Executives in Education and Leadership.

Mrs. Salem is the Founding President/CEO of the American Foundation for Educational Excellence (AFEE), an organization whose mission is to help, on a worldwide basis, influencers, leaders, HR professionals, and managers of educational institutions, profit and non-profit organizations and corporations, to pursue excellence by improving leadership skills, managerial competencies and educational programs, namely through face-to-face and online trainings. AFEE is an Approved Provider for both HRCI & SHRM.

Mrs. Salem is also the Founding President/CEO of AFEE’s subsidiaries, the Center for Excellence in Languages: Teaching, Editing, Translating, and Interpreting, and the International Foundation for Women's Empowerment (IFWE) which seeks to empower all women and help them thrive on the personal and professional levels, regardless of nationality and religion.