Learning Curve Webinar: Closing the Academic Writing Gap in Higher Education in South Africa

TOPIC

Closing the Academic Writing Gap in Higher Education in South Africa

SPEAKER(S)

Sophie Fischer (Product Manager – Grammarly at Learning Curve)

Amar Nandha (Country Manager for UKI, MEA)

SPEAKER(S) BIO

Sophie Fischer is the Product Manager for Grammarly at Learning Curve, working with South African higher education institutions to make AI-assisted writing tools practical and effective for students and faculty. Originally from Germany, she completed a study abroad in South Africa, gaining a first-hand perspective on multilingual learning environments. Sophie enjoys helping universities implement solutions that improve academic writing while supporting faculty in managing their workloads.

Amar Nandha is the Country Manager for Superhuman (formerly Grammarly), where he leads go-to-market strategy and partnerships across enterprise, corporate, and education sectors. With extensive experience in scaling technology businesses and building strategic partner ecosystems, Amar works closely with organisations to help them adopt AI-powered solutions that drive productivity and meaningful outcomes. He is passionate about supporting institutions and teams through digital transformation and enabling leaders to harness emerging technologies in practical, responsible ways.

ABSTRACT

Academic writing is a critical skill for success in higher education, yet many South African students struggle to express their ideas clearly and effectively in English. In this session, Learning Curve, in partnership with Grammarly, explores practical solutions to support students and faculty in bridging this gap. We will examine the current academic writing landscape, showcase how Grammarly can enhance writing, learning, and teaching, and highlight real-world success stories. Participants will also experience key features of Grammarly in action and learn how institutions can implement this tool effectively through Learning Curve. Finally, we will consider the evolving role of AI in academic writing support, followed by an interactive Q&A session. This webinar offers higher education practitioners actionable insights and strategies to empower students and elevate academic writing outcomes.

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