Dr. Sara Sami Shbeeb Al-Diwan

Assistant Professor & Sport Scientist

Basrah, IQ.

About

Highly accomplished Assistant Professor and Sport Scientist with a Ph.D. in Motor Learning, Fencing, and Team Sports, dedicated to advancing knowledge through impactful research and innovative teaching methodologies. Proven expertise in publishing 12 indexed articles, lecturing across core disciplines, and supervising graduate projects at the University of Basrah. Committed to developing high-performance athletes and contributing to the scientific understanding of motor skill acquisition and sports psychology.

Work

University of Basrah

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Assistant Professor

Basrah, Basrah, Iraq

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Summary

Leads academic instruction, spearheads research initiatives, and provides comprehensive student mentorship within the College of Physical Education and Sport Sciences.

Highlights

Published 12 peer-reviewed research articles in prestigious indexed journals (Scopus, Web of Science), significantly advancing scientific knowledge in Motor Learning, Fencing, and Team Sports.

Supervised numerous graduation research projects, guiding students through rigorous methodology, data analysis, and scientific writing to successful completion.

Mentored and evaluated students in teaching practice, fostering strong pedagogical skills and preparing them for effective instructional roles.

Actively participated in multiple international and local conferences, presenting research findings and contributing to academic discourse within the global sports science community.

University of Basrah

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Lecturer

Basrah, Basrah, Iraq

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Summary

Delivers comprehensive instruction across diverse physical education and sport science disciplines to undergraduate students.

Highlights

Designed and delivered engaging curricula for Fencing, Statistics, and Basketball courses, impacting hundreds of students annually.

Implemented innovative teaching methodologies to enhance student understanding and practical application of complex concepts in sport science.

Evaluated student performance through rigorous assessments, providing constructive feedback to foster academic and athletic development.

Education

University of Basrah

Basrah, Basrah, Iraq
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Ph.D. Motor Learning, Fencing, and Team Sports

University of Basrah

Basrah, Basrah, Iraq
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M.Sc. Physical Education and Sport Sciences

University of Basrah

Basrah, Basrah, Iraq
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B.Sc. Physical Education and Sport Sciences

Awards

Patents for Innovative Fencing Skill Assessment Devices

University of Basrah

Recognized for developing novel and innovative devices aimed at objectively assessing and improving fencing skills.

Certificates of Appreciation

University of Basrah

Received multiple recognitions for dedicated service and significant contributions to the university community and academic excellence.

Publications

12 Research Articles in Indexed Journals

Various (Scopus, Web of Science indexed journals)

Authored and co-authored 12 peer-reviewed research articles, published in prestigious Scopus and Web of Science indexed journals, focusing on Motor Learning, Fencing, Team Sports, and Physical Training. This body of work demonstrates a sustained contribution to the scientific literature in sports science.

Languages

Arabic

English

Skills

Motor Learning

Skill Acquisition, Motor Control, Sports Psychology, Decision-Making.

Fencing Expertise

Fencing Techniques, Fencing Training, Skill Assessment, Innovative Devices.

Team Sports

Basketball Coaching, Team Dynamics, Sports Performance Analysis.

Physical Training

Physical Conditioning, Exercise Physiology, Athletic Development.

Research & Analysis

Academic Writing, Scientific Publication, Statistical Analysis, Literature Review, Experimental Design, Data Interpretation.

Teaching & Mentorship

Curriculum Development, Student Supervision, Pedagogy, Academic Advising, Instructional Design.

Editorial & Peer Review

Journal Reviewing (Retos, SPORT TK, Horizon Publishing, Canadian Journal of Education), Editorial Board Membership (Indonesian Journal of Primary Education), Scholarly Communication.

Interests

Sports Science Research

Motor Learning, Fencing, Team Sports, Physical Training, Sports Psychology.

Academic Development

Scientific Publishing, Peer Review, Educational Innovation.