About Jacob Smith
Dr. Jacob Smith is a Ph.D. graduate from Columbia University with over 12 years of hands-on experience in higher education consulting, curriculum development, and student success strategies. He has worked directly with students at Columbia, Cornell, NYU, and Boston University — guiding them through dissertations, theses, and capstone research projects.
Before joining AssignmentHelpPro in 2018, Jacob spent 7 years teaching academic writing at the Columbia University Center for Teaching and Learning, where he received the Outstanding Teaching Award in 2019. He has personally supervised over 200 graduate-level research projects and authored 36 peer-reviewed articles on effective learning methodologies and academic writing pedagogy.
His writing style is grounded in pedagogical research and tailored to each student's discipline. He's particularly known for helping non-native English speakers strengthen their academic voice while preserving their unique perspective. See his published articles below or read what students say.
Education & credentials
Ph.D. in Educational Research
Dissertation: "Effective Learning Methodologies in Adult Higher Education: A Mixed-Methods Study". Summa cum laude. Verified via Columbia Office of the Registrar and WES.
M.A. in Curriculum & Instruction
Specialization: Higher Education Pedagogy. Graduated with distinction. Thesis on integrating digital tools into traditional curriculum design.
B.A. in English Literature & Education
Dean's List, 4 consecutive years. Honors thesis on rhetorical strategies in academic discourse.
Professional Certifications
Certified by the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards. Active member of the American Educational Research Association (AERA) and the Modern Language Association (MLA).
Areas of expertise
Jacob specializes in academic writing pedagogy and educational research methodology. His core areas of subject-matter expertise include:
Academic Writing & Composition
Research papers, dissertations, theses, essays. Specializing in argumentation, citation, and academic voice across MLA, APA, Chicago, Harvard styles.
Educational Research Methods
Qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods research design. Statistical analysis with SPSS, R, NVivo. IRB-compliant study design.
Curriculum Development
Higher-ed curriculum design with attention to Bloom's taxonomy, learning outcomes, and assessment design. Used by 4 US universities.
English for Non-Native Writers
Specialized work with international graduate students. Strengthens academic voice and clarity while preserving the writer's unique perspective.
Educational Technology
EdTech integration, AI-assisted learning, LMS design. Active researcher on responsible AI use in academic writing.
Higher Education Strategy
Advising on graduate program selection, fellowship applications, and career pathways. 112 successful PhD admissions mentored.
Published research
Jacob has authored 36 peer-reviewed articles across leading education journals. His work has been cited over 480 times (Google Scholar, as of Mar 2026). Below are his most cited recent publications:
Responsible AI Integration in Academic Writing Pedagogy: A Framework for Higher Education
Journal of Educational Research, Vol. 117(3), pp. 245–268
Effective Learning Methodologies in Adult Higher Education: A Mixed-Methods Study
International Journal of Learning & Development, Vol. 12(4), pp. 88–112
Academic Writing Excellence: A Pedagogical Framework for Non-Native English Speakers
Journal of Second Language Writing, Vol. 51, pp. 100–125
Curriculum Development for the Digital Age: Integrating LMS Tools in Traditional Course Design
Education Research Review, Vol. 31, pp. 100340
Articles written by Jacob Smith
Jacob has authored over 80 educational guides for AssignmentHelpPro, helping students master writing techniques, study skills, and academic research. His articles are reviewed by our editorial committee and updated regularly.
Generic Conventions-Definition, Types, and Importance
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195 Innovative Artificial Intelligence Topics and Research Ideas
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Who Invented Homework and Why was it Created?
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What are Macroeconomic Policies and How Can Students Write about Them?
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100 Captivating Business Law Paper Topics For Students
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Primary School Teacher in Australia- Eligibility, Job Role, Career Options, and Salary
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100 Sample GRE Essay Topics for You to Practice
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Top 150 Environmental Science Topics For Academic Writing
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200 Captivating College Essay Topics To Deal With
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225 Outstanding Finance Dissertation Topics for Students
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4.96/5 average rating from 1,847 verified orders. Every review is from a paying student — we don't accept anonymous or unverified reviews.
Dissertation chapter on educational equity — A grade
Jacob restructured my literature review and showed me how to thread my argument through three different theoretical lenses. He didn't just edit — he taught me. Final chapter passed committee on first submission.
First academic paper as a non-native English speaker
I was nervous about my English. Jacob preserved my voice and arguments while making the academic register tight. Used proper APA 7. Got 89%. My advisor wrote "Strong writing" in the margin.
Mixed-methods research design — my third project together
This is my third project with Jacob. He's the only writer I'll work with for research design work. He actually understands IRB nuances, knows when to push back on a weak hypothesis, and his SPSS interpretation is flawless.
Jacob's process
Every assignment follows the same 4-step process. You'll be in contact with Jacob directly throughout — no middlemen, no anonymous handoffs.
Brief intake
Jacob reviews your brief and asks clarifying questions before starting.
Research & outline
Peer-reviewed sources gathered, outline approved before drafting.
Drafting & review
First draft written from scratch. Internal review by a second expert.
Delivery & revisions
Free Turnitin & AI report. 30-day free unlimited revisions.