Courtney Ghan

Courtney Ghan serves as a Lecturer at San Francisco State University, where she has taught since 2011, and at Skyline College since 2013. Her academic focus centers on English composition and writing pedagogy within the humanities discipline, with office location in HUM 240 at SF State.

Educational Background:

• B.A. in English (emphasis in curriculum and pedagogy) from Sonoma State University (2008)
• M.A. in English Composition and Certificate in Teaching of Post-Secondary Reading from San Francisco State University (2012)

Teaching Philosophy and Interests: Ghan emphasizes experiential learning through psychology-identity themed writing assignments and reading practices. Her expertise spans basic writing skill development, accelerated learning pathways, and curriculum design rooted in student-centered inquiry. She actively participates in SF State initiatives including Metro Academies College Success Program, CEETL Course Collaboratives, and Online Teaching Squares to enhance pedagogical frameworks.

Professional Contributions: Served as Director of the Writing Center at Notre Dame de Namur University (2012-2015) and worked as a grant writer at San Joaquin County Office of Education during graduate studies. Her teaching approach integrates reflective practice with interdisciplinary content to cultivate critical thinking and academic identity formation.