Dr Asima Iqbal
COVENTRY,United Kingdom
Summary
Assistant Professor at the University of Warwick with extensive experience in leading academic integrity processes, training, and compliance for international programmes. Proven expertise in designing and delivering Research Methods and Study Skills modules to over 1,000 postgraduate students globally. Skilled in employing effective pedagogical techniques, supporting diverse student backgrounds, and conducting pedagogical research for publication. Core competencies include academic writing, student engagement, research methodology, cultural competence, technology proficiency, interdisciplinary collaboration, assessment and feedback. Career goals include advancing educational practices through innovative teaching strategies and fostering a culture of ethics and integrity in academia.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Assistant Professor
University of Warwick
Coventry
2021.06 - 2026.05
- Lead the academic integrity processes and decision-making for Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG) international programmes, as International Academic Integrity Lead, and support academic partners for poor academic practice, plagiarism, academic misconduct, and academic compliance
- Lead academic integrity training for overseas academic and professional colleagues to ensure consistency of process between the UK and international partners, while adhering to ethical standards and policies across diverse educational institutions and cultural contexts
- Support students with academic integrity training and feedback for their assignments and dissertations
- Lead the design and delivery of Research Methods and Study Skills (including Academic Writing, Academic Integrity, and Critical Thinking) module for over 1,000 full-time postgraduate students in the UK and abroad as well as for Level 4 Degree Apprentices at WMG while maintaining extensive knowledge in current research, ensuring the teaching content meets academic standards
- Employ effective pedagogical techniques, learning support strategies, and assessment methods to ensure the successful implementation of academic integrity in programmes at international level while contributing to the creation of a culturally diverse curriculum that reflects the backgrounds of all students
- Supervise postgraduate students across various disciplines within WMG and train supervisors to deliver feedback on dissertations
- Analyse data collected from overseas partner institutions about academic integrity cases to design strategies for creating a culture of ethics and integrity in the department
- Facilitate an enriched student experience in the context of hybrid learning environments through proactive support measures, including personalised guidance, virtual engagement initiatives, and the seamless integration of digital resources, to optimise learning outcomes
- Perform pedagogical research on current practices for publication
- Reviewer of academic papers for prestigious journals, maintaining high standards of scholarly discourse.
Academic Practice Tutor
CU Coventry - Coventry University Group
Coventry
2018.06 - 2021.05
- Collaborated with Health and Life Sciences (HLS) tutors to support student learning and ensure the best learning environment for them to complete their assignments
- Facilitated the delivery of key academic/study skills to HLS students (Foundation and Undergraduate) and developed students' digital literacy, numeracy and virtual learning skills
- Created innovative strategies including blended/digital pedagogies for sessions and leading students through developing assignments and supervising research projects for excellent student outcomes
- Ensured quality of assessment and feedback by internally verifying assessments and monitoring the quality of feedback to students for consistent practice with specific regard to academic conduct and practice
- Supported special needs students by implementing appropriate modifications as needed and counselled students on course-related matters while providing them with necessary pastoral care as and when needed
- Encouraged critical thinking skills by posing thought-provoking questions
- Supported students with progression opportunities within the Coventry University group, and developed all necessary employability skills for successful progression.
- Analysed student progress and prepared feedback to improve their academic performance.
National Consultant Online Instruction
National Academy of Higher Education, Pakistan
2020.08 - 2020.09
- Facilitated the development of essential knowledge, skills and attitudes regarding (i)
teaching and learning, (ii) research in education and (iii) professional practice for the
interim placement of fresh PhDs at Pakistani HEIs - Applied a range of online teaching strategies to enable participants to connect their PhD research with practical problems and broader impacts, aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- Designed and delivered content for faculty development and capacity building within a multidisciplinary environment
Associate Tutor
University of Warwick
Coventry
2017.10 - 2018.10
- Delivered seminar sessions for Research Methods module
- Supervised qualitative and quantitative research projects
- Provided tutorial support for Research Methods to students both one-on-one and in group sessions
- Assisted students with developing positive academic strategies to improve learning and boost self-confidence
- Designed and delivered learning support sessions to facilitate students in conducting their research projects
- Developed students' digital literacy skills and facilitated them to engage in critical debates
- Provided pastoral support to students in 1-2-1 academic advice and support sessions
Academic Writing Mentor
University of Warwick
Coventry
2015.10 - 2018.06
- Delivered learning support by addressing the academic writing needs and concerns of undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral students from all curriculum/discipline areas in the university, particularly focusing on assignment planning, structure, style, grammar, referencing, presentation, narrative coherence and clarity
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary departments to provide bespoke learning and study support to students
- Provided feedback on written work with an emphasis on developing critical thinking skills as well as improving clarity and accuracy of ideas presented
- Developed and implemented creative writing strategies to help students improve their grammar, syntax, and punctuation skills
- Advised students on how best to organise thoughts before beginning a project or assignment
- Practised inclusivity by tailoring guidance and support for academic writing to students with diverse learning styles and backgrounds
Brilliant Club Tutor
The Brilliant Club
2013.09 - 2018.01
- Delivered university-style tutorials to small groups of outstanding pupils coming from under-represented/non-traditional backgrounds, in non-selective state schools, to develop their knowledge, skills and ambitions and help them secure places at top
universities - Monitored student engagement levels during tutoring sessions to ensure their comprehension
- Collaborated with schools to help them overcome challenges such as under-representation of students from non-selective state schools at top universities, increased accountability of these schools for progression to higher education, etc.
Education
MPhil - Educational Leadership and Management
Beaconhouse National University
MBA - Marketing
Imperial College of Business Studies
BSc. - Maths, Stats and Economics
Kinnaird College for Women University
PhD - Education Studies
University of Warwick
Skills
- Academic Writing
- Academic Integrity
- Student Engagement
- Research Methodology
- Cultural Competence
- Technology Proficiency
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration and Networking
- Assessment and Feedback
- Writing for Publications
- Peer Reviewer of International Journal Articles
- Postgraduate Dissertation Supervision
- Conference Presentations and Networking
- Local Research Partnerships
- Diversity awareness
Certification
- Senior Fellowship of Higher Education Academy (SFHEA)
- Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice in HE (PgCAPHE)
Conference currentations
- Communicating with care in a virtual learning environment to build positive student-teacher relationships and Embedding ESD through small teaching (TEALFest, University of Warwick) - June 2023
- Impact of Turnitin Activity, as a Pedagogic Intervention, on Academic Integrity (European Conference on Ethics and Integrity in Academia) - July 2023
- Technical and Pedagogical Challenges for Implementing Feedback Strategies in a Virtual Learning Environment (50th SEFI Annual Conference in Barcelona) - September 2022
- Monitoring Student Engagement and Learning in a Virtual Learning Environment using Badges (50th SEFI Annual Conference in Barcelona) - September 2022
- Monitoring Student Engagement and Learning in SPA on Moodle (WMG Innovation Fayre themed Practical Pedagogies for New Challenges) -‘December 2022
- Academic Integrity in the New Normal (Digital stall at Learn and Share Exhibition - Coventry University Group Teaching and Learning Conference) - 2020
- Ethical Reflexivity in Comparative Educational Research (BERA Annual Conference, Manchester) - 2019
Languages
3,B1,6,C2,6,C2
Publications
- Book Chapter: 'Race, Religion and School Leadership: The experience of Muslim-Pakistani headteachers' In Race, Education and Educational Leadership in England: An integrated analysis (2019). Bloomsbury Publishing. Eds. Paul Miller; Christine Callender.
- SEFI Conference Papers 2022:
(1) Technical and Pedagogical Challenges for Implementing Feedback Strategies in a Virtual
Learning Environment' and 'Monitoring Student Engagement
(2) Learning in a Virtual Learning Environment using Badges'
(sefi.be/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/ebook-sefi-2022-1-1.pdf)
- Upcoming Book Chapter: 'An Approach to Evaluate the Impact of Academic Integrity Training for Educators by Analysing Assessment Referral' to be published by Springer.
Languages
English
Urdu
Hindi
Accomplishments
- Developed a bespoke interdisciplinary approach in Research Methods, ethics, and academic integrity, engaging students across varied disciplines
- Designed and delivered Research Methods and Study Skills modules for over 1,000 postgraduate students at the University of Warwick and internationally, tailoring methodologies to diverse epistemological frameworks
- Led as an Academic Integrity Lead in transnational education, upholding ethical standards, ensuring compliance with institutional policies and international best practices, and fostering a culture of responsible, reflective scholarship
- Empowered students from diverse disciplines through teaching and mentoring in academic writing, enabling clear, confident articulation of ideas
- Provided tailored writing support to undergraduates and postgraduates, equipping them with skills to meet disciplinary expectations and develop transferable communication abilities
- Ensured quality assurance in academic integrity processes by analyzing misconduct trends and implementing data-driven interventions to enhance compliance and reduce academic misconduct
- Integrated rigorous quality measures into research training and academic integrity programs, contributing to high standards of education and research excellence at both institutional and international levels
LinkedIn Profile
www.linkedin.com/in/asimaiqbal
Projects
- (2015 till present) Story Tent facilitator for inter-faith dialogue
- (July, 2020) Keynote speaker at a launch event, ‘Equity in Education'
- (March 2018) Keynote speaker at ‘Race Equality, Diversity and Organisational Practices' seminar – University of Huddersfield
- (June 2015) Guest speaker at Doctoral Summer School Program - University of Leicester
- (2015) Facilitator for a PhD research project, ‘Story Tent' for ‘Scriptural Reasoning'
Timeline
Assistant Professor
University of Warwick
2021.06 - 2026.05
National Consultant Online Instruction
National Academy of Higher Education, Pakistan
2020.08 - 2020.09
Academic Practice Tutor
CU Coventry - Coventry University Group
2018.06 - 2021.05
Associate Tutor
University of Warwick
2017.10 - 2018.10
Academic Writing Mentor
University of Warwick
2015.10 - 2018.06
Brilliant Club Tutor
The Brilliant Club
2013.09 - 2018.01
MPhil - Educational Leadership and Management
Beaconhouse National University
MBA - Marketing
Imperial College of Business Studies
BSc. - Maths, Stats and Economics
Kinnaird College for Women University
PhD - Education Studies
University of Warwick