Co-Hosted By: eContent Pro and IGI Global
Date: Wednesday, June 12, 2024
Time: 10:30 A.M. EST

There are a limited number of journals indexed in major indices, such as the Web of Science and Scopus, and there is fierce competition to secure a publishing spot in these highly selective journals. This webinar offered pointers for researchers, academicians, and professionals looking to increase their chances of having their manuscript accepted into high impact scholarly journals.

Featured Panelists

Dr. Charice Hayes, All 4 One Learning Solutions, USA
Dr. Charice Hayes is a multifaceted professional, excelling as an entrepreneur, editor-in-chief, business professor, and accomplished author. As the founder of All 4 One Learning Solutions, she cultivates partnerships both domestically and internationally, fostering innovation and positive societal impact. Her role as editor-in-chief of the International Journal of E-Entrepreneurship and Innovation enables her to collaborate with esteemed researchers worldwide, amplifying the journal's reach and influence. Additionally, Dr. Hayes serves as an Associate Professor of Business Management at a Maryland-based community college, leveraging her expertise to inspire and educate future business leaders. Holding a Doctorate in Business Administration from Walden University and a master's degree in higher education from Purdue University Global, she possesses a solid academic foundation. Featured in publications like VoyageBaltimore and CanvasRebel, Dr. Hayes is recognized for her contributions to education, entrepreneurship, and innovation. Fluent in English and Spanish, she is the author of three published books, reflecting her diverse interests in education, course development, and cutting-edge research in business and entrepreneurship.

Dr. Maiga Chang, Athabasca University, Canada
Dr. Maiga Chang, a Full Professor at Athabasca University in Canada, focuses his research on diverse topics including game-based learning, learning analytics, and artificial intelligence. Holding key positions such as Chair of IEEE Technical Committee of Learning Technology (TCLT, 2018-2023) and Vice President of the International Association of Smart Learning Environments (IASLE, since 2022), Dr. Chang is deeply involved in shaping the field of educational technology. Additionally, he serves as Editor-in-Chief for esteemed journals like the Journal of Educational Technology & Society, showcasing his commitment to academic advancement. Beyond his academic roles, Dr. Chang actively contributes to international conferences, having chaired numerous events and served on program committees. With over 125 talks and lectures delivered worldwide and a substantial publication record of more than 240 scholarly works, Dr. Chang has made significant contributions to the academic community. As an IEEE senior member for over 27 years and a member of prestigious societies like ACM and AAAI, his influence extends far beyond his research and teaching roles.

Dr. Nadia Mansour, University of Sousse, Tunisia
Dr. Nadia Mansour is an assistant professor at The University of Sousse Tunisia, and a visiting researcher at the University of Salamanca, Spain. Her research interests focus on Banking, macroeconomics, DSGE, Big Data, Business Tourism, and Innovation. She is an academic member and ambassador of Communication Institute of Greece, a committee member of indexed conferences, and an editorial board member of Taylor & Francis, IGI Global, and Springer, a reviewer in IGI Global, Emerald, and Wiley. She has presented various scientific papers in international (France, Morocco, USA, Turkey) and national conferences. She is also a keynote speaker and session chair in several conferences in (Turkey, India, UAE). She has several published articles in ranked journals and chapters (IGI Global & Palgrave Macmillan) as well as edited books (Taylor & Francis, Springer).

Dr. George Kelley, University of Massachusetts Boston, USA
Dr. George Kelley has been the Editor-in-Chief for IGI Global's Information Resources Management Journal (IRMJ) for ten years, a professor at the University of Massachusetts Boston for twenty years, and a leader in the public and private sectors as technical consultant, project manager, and director of IT for forty years.



Dr. Randa Salah Gomaa Mahmoud, Zagazig University, Egypt
Dr. Randa Salah Gomaa Mahmoud's academic journey began at Zagazig University, where she obtained her Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery in 1996, followed by a master’s degree in 2001, and a Ph.D. in 2006 in Medical Physiology. Over the years, she has advanced through various academic positions, currently serving as a professor since July 2021. Dr. Mahmoud is an active member of the American Physiological Society (APS) and has established herself as a respected reviewer in the medical sector, contributing to numerous journals and platforms. With approximately 600 reviews completed for around 70 journals, her expertise has been recognized through awards and accolades, including being rated as an excellent reviewer on Web of Science and receiving recognition for her outstanding contributions from journals like the International Journal of Life Science & Pharma Research and IGI Global. More information on her reviewing activities can be found at https://www.webofscience.com/wos/author/record/2212745.

Dr. Maki Habib, American University in Cairo, Egypt
Dr. Maki Habib, a distinguished expert in Robotics and Mechatronics, holds a Doctor of Engineering Sciences (DES) from the University of Tsukuba, Japan. He has an extensive international career, with roles such as research scientist at RIKEN, senior researcher at RISO-Laboratories, and visiting researcher at EPFL, Switzerland. With a broad academic background, he served as an Associate Professor at University Technology Malaysia, and a Senior Manager at Malaysia Retail Chain Association (MICRA). Later, he became a Full Professor of Robotics and Mechatronics at Swinburne University in Australia/Malaysia. Throughout his career, Dr. Habib acted as a consultant and technical advisor for global industrial leaders like Toyota and ABB. He also contributed to humanitarian efforts by advising a European research consortium on Robotics and Sensors for demining. Dr. Habib is a renowned figure in academic publishing, serving as editor-in-chief and regional editor for several international journals. He has an extensive editorial role in numerous journals and has been deeply involved in organizing international conferences. Additionally, he has an extensive international network, collaborating with research groups and institutions worldwide, including Japan, South Korea, the US, Austria, the UK, and Malaysia. Dr. Habib’s substantial academic contributions include over 23 books, 35 book chapters, 80 journal papers, and 232 conference papers. He has also delivered over 60 invited talks at conferences, universities, and industry events.

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