Emma Ghosn
Montreal,Canada
Summary
Dedicated academic professional with expertise in inclusive pedagogical practices and teacher leadership research. Led successful projects on connected learning for UNHCR. Passionate about advancing understanding of teacher leadership, equity, social justice, and inclusion through innovative research and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Teaching Assistant
University Of Toronto, St. George Campus
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Checked assignments, proctored tests and provided grades according to university standards for Organization Behavior Courses I and II.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and real-world examples into lectures.
- Provided timely and constructive feedback on assignments, enabling students to refine their work and achieve higher grades for 100 students in each class.
- Supported instructors in grading exams and papers, maintaining accurate records of student performance throughout the semester.
Teaching Methods Instructor
Modern University for Business and Science
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Facilitated a teaching methods section in an undergraduate course, fostering student engagement and learning.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Integrated technology into instruction to enhance teaching effectiveness and student learning outcomes.
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
- Increased student motivation by developing engaging lesson plans that catered to various learning styles.
Graduate Assistantship
University of Toronto
01.2019 - 04.2020
- Worked as a project manager with Dr. Carol Campbell on Evaluating Edwin project which is a customized curriculum software in the Province of Nova Scotia
- Coordinated between the professors, set up meetings and managed discussions
- Provided ideas and edited the project proposal
- Prepared the ethics approval forms
Graduate Assistantship
University of Toronto
09.2017 - 04.2019
- Collaborated with Dr. Nina Bascia on research and literature review regarding teacher unions in an international context.
- Contributed to editing a comprehensive book on teacher unions
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Project Coordinator
American University of Beirut
06.2018 - 08.2018
- a UNHCR project: Conducted and published a research study on Connected Learning in Higher Education, examining barriers faced by Syrian refugees in accessing education.
- Conducted extensive literature reviews to inform study design decisions, leading to more robust research findings.
- Analyzed perspectives from refugees, educational organizations, and the Ministry of Higher Education on the impact of connected learning programs.
- Supported principal investigator in manuscript preparation, contributing significantly to the publication of a peer-reviewed article.
Education
Ph.D. - Education Leadership and Policy
University of Toronto
06-2025
M.A. - Educational Administration and Policy Studies
American University of Beirut
12.2016
Diploma - Educational Management and Leadership
American University of Beirut
06-2012
B.BA. - Accounting Information System
Lebanese International University
06-2007
Skills
- Research and analysis
- Organization
- Group and individual instruction
- Academic writing
- Student engagement
- Qualitative research
- Proficient in MAXQDA and SPSS
- Microsoft office
LANGUAGES
English
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
Awards
2020 Ontario Graduate Scholarship 15000 CAD, 2020 Ontario Institute for Studies in Education Fellowship, 3750 CAD, 2019 Ontario Graduate Scholarship 15,000 CAD, 2019 Ontario Institute for Studies in Education Fellowship, 4400 CAD, 2018 Ontario Graduate Scholarship 15,000 CAD, 2018 Ontario Institute for Studies in Education Fellowship, 4400 CAD, 2017 Ontario Graduate Scholarship 15,000 CAD, 2017 Ontario Institute for Studies in Education Fellowship, 4400 CAD
Affiliations
- American Educational Research Association (AERA)
- Comparative and International Education Society (CIES)
- Canadian Society for the Study of Education (CSSE-SCEE)
- International Congress for School Effectiveness and Improvement (ICSEI)
Publications
- El-Ghali, H. A. & Ghosn, E. (2019, Feb). Connected learning: the future for higher education? Forced Migration Review, 60, 65-66.
- Ghosn, E., & Akkary, R. K. (2019). The Struggle of Lebanese Teacher Unions in a Neoliberal Period. Research in Educational Administration and Leadership (REAL), 5(1), 275-322.
Training
- Conducted workshops with a group of professors from US and Canada for Lebanese teachers on Social and Emotional Learning and Leadership skills
- Conducted workshop for INJAZ with Toastmasters Speakers and Leaders on public speaking skills and business pitching
- Organized the following workshops: Weathering the Storm: Strategies for managing conflict in group work; Psychological hurdles of academic writing and how to overcome it; Research Seminar with Dr. Kenneth Leithwood.
- Attended UofT TA workshops called “TATP Q-Design” and “Applying Principles of UDL to Course Design”.
SERVICES
Served on a committee for recruitment of an Instruction and Liaison Librarian in 2019
ACTIVITIES
- Co-founder of justCARE, an educational initiative to support public education in Lebanon.
- Served as a board member, active member in Global Forum for Religions and Humanities
- Served as treasurer in Toastmasters Speakers and Leaders public speaking club.
Timeline
Graduate Teaching Assistant
University Of Toronto, St. George Campus
09.2021 - 12.2021
Teaching Methods Instructor
Modern University for Business and Science
01.2021 - 04.2021
Graduate Assistantship
University of Toronto
01.2019 - 04.2020
Project Coordinator
American University of Beirut
06.2018 - 08.2018
Graduate Assistantship
University of Toronto
09.2017 - 04.2019
Ph.D. - Education Leadership and Policy
University of Toronto
M.A. - Educational Administration and Policy Studies
American University of Beirut
Diploma - Educational Management and Leadership
American University of Beirut
B.BA. - Accounting Information System
Lebanese International University
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