Ronald Goodwin Email & Phone Number

As a consulting copyeditor, I procure new clients through networking and advertising via university bulletin boards and complete all projects via email.I detect errors in written content to support delivery of high-quality materials for publication by ensuring consistency and accuracy in styling, structure, and brand voice. Additionally, I conduct fact-checking to verify the information in the final version is accurate and current. I also collaborate with authors, editors, and clients to maintain adherence to high quality standards and alignment with style guidelines. Highlights include:• Demonstrate expertise in identifying small grammatical, formatting, and typographical errors in lengthy texts following reviews from previous editors and writers. • Successfully handle multiple projects concurrently, securing new clients and working with existing clients via email to ensure all project phases meet deadline requirements.

Mubarak Al-Abdullah Area, West Mishref, Hawalli, Kw

As Assistant Professor, I designed and presented undergraduate-level English courses including Practical English Grammar, Language & Culture, English Composition 1, English Composition II, Business Writing, Syntax, Semantics, Language in Society, and Writing for Mass Media.Highlights include:• Spearheaded the development and implementation of innovative curricula to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.

Mubarak Al-Abdullah Area, West Mishref, Hawalli, Kw

In this role, I coordinated curricula, course calendars, and grading rubrics for Business Writing courses. Additionally, I assisted professors with course delivery and technology integration. I coached professors in crafting engaging lecture concepts, addressing attendance matters, and optimizing Moodle usage by addressing inquiries and recommending department improvements. Other responsibilities include:Engaged closely with the Dean of Business to align curriculum with industry standards. Organized faculty meetings for ENGL 201 and ENGL 208, addressed course-related concerns, collaborated on online quizzes, supported online grading efforts, resolved delivery issues, and improved Moodle user interface.Highlights included:• Handpicked as Writing Coordinator for Business Writing and Advanced Business Writing, partnering with faculty colleagues to coordinate curricula, manage course calendar, and administer grading rubric updates.• Designed Language & Culture and Business Writing courses, securing approval from both department and college curriculum committees. • Deftly handled transition and instructed classes in 2020 amidst COVID-19 pandemic, shifting to an online format with tools such as BigBlueButton (BBB) and MS Teams.

Mubarak Al-Abdullah Area, West Mishref, Hawalli, Kw

I managed all departmental operations, ensuring alignment with university policies. Additionally, I created and administered faculty schedules for spring and summer terms. I also held responsibility for the approval of all faculty book orders, faculty conference sign-off, and authorization of student transfer credits. Other responsibilities included:Facilitated monthly department meetings and participated in leadership meetings with the Dean of the College for Arts and Sciences to discuss recruitment efforts and recommend new hires. Communicated extensively with heads of other department heads, contributing to discussions on policies, procedures, decision-making, and activities planning. Coordinated scheduling of faculty seminars and departmental committee service. Interfaced directly with students in course selection and major sheets. Composed registration memos for addition and transfer of classes on students’ major sheets and addressed questions and concerns from students’ parents.Highlights include:• Accurately and efficiently handled all budgeting for department’s $20,000 budget, including extracurricular activities such as English department clubs, guest speakers, and poetry competitions.• Chaired strategic planning and curriculum committees, maintaining commitment to university's overarching goals and objectives.• Instructed five spring term courses and two summer term courses.

Mubarak Al-Abdullah Area, West Mishref, Hawalli, Kw

I led curriculum development across six College of Arts and Sciences departments, comprising English, Humanities and Social Sciences, Education, Mass Communications, Math and Natural Sciences, and Computer Science. I also coordinated student advising, administered class scheduling, and managed final examination periods. Other responsibilities included:Liaised with students and faculty to address and enhance program offerings, resolve issues, and optimize curriculum. Evaluated faculty contracts and prepared year-end reports to support strategic decision-making processes. Created content for university catalog and website.Highlights include:• Acted as a key liaison between students, parents, faculty, and various university departments, ensuring clear and effective communication.• Chaired multiple committees, including College Curriculum Committee, Events Calendar and Approvals Committee, and College Grade Appeals Committee, aligning operations with university's vision.• Instructed two courses within the English department.

Sharjah, Ae

Sharjah, Ae

As Assistant Professor, I created and delivered Writing for Business, Advanced Academic Writing, Academic Writing, and Writing and Reading Across the Curriculum courses, enhancing students’ skills in creating business documents, fostering critical thinking, mastering academic writing, and grasping language and rhetoric foundational principles.

New York, New York, Us

In this Assistant Professorship role, I crafted the English Composition I and II curriculum and an ESL program designed to enhance student's communication skills. Additionally, I mentored students throughout the writing process, including drafting, revising, peer review, and communicating effectively with professors.

Doctor Of Philosophy - Phd, English: Rhetoric And Linguistics

Master Of Arts In Teaching, Teaching English To Speakers Of Other Languages (Tesol)

Certificate, English As A Second Language Methodology

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Legal Assistant/Paralegal

Associate Of Arts - Aa, Drafting And Design Technology/Technician, General