Mrs. Raidan holds a Research Master's Degree in English Language and Literature from the Islamic University, where she achieved a distinctive thesis grade for her research on "Maslow’s Theory of Self-actualization as Portrayed in Elif Shafak’s Forty Rules of Love and Elizabeth Gilbert’s Eat Pray Love Through the Main Female Characters Ella and Liz " (2021).
She is a dedicated English language instructor with 23 years of teaching experience, twelve of which at MUBS. She uses evolving teaching methods and implements a student-centered approach and varied instructional techniques to foster language proficiency and critical thinking in students, preparing them to succeed and flourish in their lives. Mrs. Raidan coordinates the Global Understanding course at MUBS, which promotes civic engagement across the world. Also, collaborating with esteemed colleagues, she is currently actively involved in impactful research addressing pressing issues being discussed in Lebanon.
Mrs. Raidan has actively participated in professional development workshops, including:
• Participated in the pilot of GU Plus.
• Completed the GPE training with the ECU for becoming a Global Understanding instructor and was rewarded by the Global Instructor badge.
• Completed HEEAP Teacher Training Course.
• Attended a workshop on Re-thinking Education / SABIS
• Attended a workshop on Research Writing and Publishing/ MUBS
• Attended a series of workshops on Public Speaking Training/ Kit Pang
• Attended workshops on AI and digital technology are the key to a sustainable education/ retaining integrity and quality / Research and education bridging the digital divide/ Oxford Forum
• Attended workshops on Digital tools for improving speaking skills/ The practical approach to learning-oriented assessment/ Cambridge Assessment English
Nada Nasr Raidan is a dedicated
English instructor, researcher, and global educator with over two decades of
teaching experience, including more than a decade in higher education. She is a
certified Global Instructor and actively collaborates with international
institutions to foster intercultural dialogue and global citizenship.
Holding a Master’s degree in English
Language and Literature, Nasr is an active researcher addressing key
socio-economic and educational challenges in Lebanon, with multiple
publications in BMC Public Health and Discover Public Health. She is also a
specialist in academic writing and APA formatting, guiding students in
scholarly research and synthesis.
Beyond academia, Nada is committed
to public speaking and leadership development, mentoring students for MUBS
Talks and encouraging engagement in extracurricular and SDG-related
initiatives. Her educational approach integrates innovation, cultural
awareness, and research-driven learning, preparing students to thrive in a
globalized world.